Description
Crispy and golden Air Fryer Tater Tots are a quick and easy snack or side dish that cooks perfectly in just over 10 minutes. This recipe uses frozen tater tots, seasoned lightly, and cooked in an air fryer to achieve a crunchy texture without the need for deep frying. Serve them hot with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious treat.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen tater tots
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt (optional)
- Ketchup or dipping sauce of your choice (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Air Fryer Basket: Place the frozen tater tots in the air fryer basket ensuring they are evenly spread out for optimal cooking.
- Season the Tots: Lightly coat the tater tots with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle with seasoning salt if desired and shake the basket well to distribute the seasoning evenly.
- Cook the Tots: Air fry the tater tots at 400°F (200°C) for 11 to 14 minutes. Shake the basket a few times during cooking to ensure they brown and crisp evenly.
- Serve: Once golden brown and crispy, remove the tater tots from the air fryer. Serve hot with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- You can customize the seasoning by adding garlic powder, paprika, or other spices to taste.
- Use nonstick spray sparingly to avoid excess oil but ensure even crisping.
- Check on the tater tots towards the end of cooking time to prevent burning.
- These tater tots can also be reheated in the air fryer to restore crispiness.
