Tater Tot

Solanum tuberosum (potato base) Frozen Foods, Potato Product

Tater Tot Frozen Foods, Potato Product

At a Glance

  • Category Frozen Foods, Potato Product

The Forktionary Angle

"The humble potato reinvented as a crispy, craveable cylinder of joy."

Definition

Small, cylindrical fried potato nuggets, often seasoned, made from grated or shredded potatoes. A popular frozen convenience food.

Optimal Frying Temp 350-375°F (175-190°C)
Original Patent Year 1953
U.S. Annual Consumption ~3.5 Billion Tots

Flavor Profile

The primary flavor notes for Tater Tot are:

Salty Savory Potatoey Crispy Exterior Fluffy Interior

Chef’s Secret

For an extra crispy exterior, toss frozen tater tots with a tiny bit of cornstarch before baking or air frying.

Best Substitutes

French Fries

different shape
Ratio 1:1

Hash Browns

different texture
Ratio 1:1

Roasted Potatoes

Ratio 1:1

Buying Guide

Check for freezer burn. Look for brands with minimal added ingredients. Air frying is an excellent method for crispiness with less oil.

Recipes Using Tater Tot

Dietary Kid Friendly Main Dish One Dish Meal

Beef And Tater Tot Casserole

This cheesy Beef and Tater Tot Casserole is a family-pleasing favorite, guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser! No need to pre-brown the ground beef – saving you time and effort. This recipe creates perfectly sliceable portions, ideal for potlucks or weeknight dinners. Get ready for a comforting and delicious meal the whole family will crave!

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Ground Beef Beef Kid Friendly 3 Steps Or Less

Beef Tater Tot Casserole

Comfort food at its finest! This quick and easy Beef Tater Tot Casserole is a family-pleaser, ready in under an hour. Crispy tater tots, savory beef, and cheesy goodness – what's not to love? Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a kid-friendly party.

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One Dish Meal Kid Friendly Course Preparation

1 2 3 4 Tater Tot Casserole

This incredibly easy 1-2-3-4 Tater Tot Casserole recipe is a family favorite! Inspired by a simple 4-ingredient cookbook, this recipe delivers a comforting and cheesy casserole perfect for a weeknight meal. Skip the complicated recipes – this one's quick, delicious, and guaranteed to be a hit with everyone. Get ready for crispy tater tots and a creamy mushroom and beef filling!

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Northeastern United States Dietary Easy Cheese

Baked Stuffed Broccoli Taters

Creamy, cheesy, and ridiculously easy! These Baked Stuffed Broccoli Taters are comfort food perfection. Imagine all the flavor of a loaded baked potato, but made quicker and simpler with crispy tater tots as the base. Get ready for a cheesy, broccolini-packed explosion of flavor in under an hour!

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Pork Brunch Equipment Eggs

Bacon And Tater Tots Crock Pot Breakfast

Start your day with the ultimate comfort food: a cheesy, bacon-y, tater tot breakfast casserole slow-cooked to perfection in your crock-pot! This recipe, adapted from Linda Larsen, offers a hearty and delicious meal that's perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunches. For a faster cook time, check out the reviews for oven-baking instructions. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

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Beef Oven Course Comfort Food

Arizona Casserole

This Arizona Casserole recipe is a quick and easy family favorite, ready in under an hour! A nostalgic comfort food, passed down through generations, featuring crispy tater tots and a cheesy ground beef base. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together.

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Time To Make Meat Easy Main Ingredient

Hamburger Tots Green Bean Casserole

This crowd-pleasing Hamburger Tots Green Bean Casserole is the ultimate potluck champion! Quick, easy, and unbelievably delicious, this recipe combines savory hamburger, crispy tater tots, and tender green beans in a creamy mushroom soup base. Get ready for rave reviews – it's comfort food at its finest!

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Pork Beginner Cook Mexican Preparation

Angels Easy Breakfast Burritos

Inspired by a Sonic favorite! These hearty breakfast burritos are packed with savory sausage, fluffy eggs, crispy tater tots, and melty cheese. Perfect for busy mornings, this recipe is designed for make-ahead convenience. Simply assemble, freeze, and reheat for a quick and satisfying breakfast any day of the week. Get ready for a flavor explosion that'll leave you feeling full and energized!

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Course Number Of Servings 30 Minutes Or Less Course

Bacon Tater Tots Bites

Crispy bacon, creamy cheese, and perfectly golden tater tots unite in these irresistible Bacon Tater Tot Bites! A quick and easy recipe perfect for kids' parties, game day, or a fun weeknight dinner. Get ready for a flavor explosion that will leave everyone wanting more!

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Time To Make 4 Hours Or Less 5 Ingredients Or Less Preparation

Bacon Tater Tots Bake

This cheesy, crispy Bacon Tater Tot Casserole is a family-friendly favorite, ready in under 70 minutes! A quick and easy weeknight dinner bursting with bacon flavor and perfectly golden tater tots. Get ready for a crowd-pleasing dish that's sure to become a new family classic!

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Pork Pork Taste Mood Course

Baked Tater Pigs

Relive the magic of the county fair with these irresistible Baked Tater Pigs! Juicy sausages snuggle inside a crispy tater tot crust, baked to golden perfection. This kid-friendly recipe is an easy, fun twist on a classic fair food favorite – perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun family gathering. Get ready for rave reviews!

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Main Dish 60 Minutes Or Less Course Main Dish

Beef And Vegetable Tater Tot Hotdish

Comfort food redefined! This ultimate Beef and Vegetable Tater Tot Hotdish is a hearty, one-pan wonder packed with savory ground beef, vibrant veggies, creamy soup, and crispy tater tots. A simple, crowd-pleasing recipe perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Get ready for cheesy, bubbly goodness in under an hour!

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