Who doesn’t love tater tots? These crispy, golden bites of potato goodness are a beloved side dish or snack. If you want to take your frozen tater tots to the next level, the air fryer is the perfect tool. In this recipe, I’ll guide you through the steps to achieve perfectly crispy tater tots using the air fryer.

1. Crispy Air Fryer Frozen Tater Tots

Ingredients

  • Frozen tater tots
  • Cooking spray or oil (optional)
  • Salt (optional)
  • Dipping sauces of your choice (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.

Place the desired amount of frozen tater tots in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; leave some space between the tots for even cooking.

If desired, lightly spray the tater tots with cooking spray or drizzle them with a small amount of oil. This will help them become crispier, but it’s optional.

Place the basket in the air fryer and cook the tater tots for 15-20 minutes, shaking or flipping them halfway through the cooking time. Cooking times may vary depending on the brand and thickness of the tater tots, as well as the desired level of crispness.

Keep an eye on the tater tots during the last few minutes of cooking to prevent them from burning. You want them to be golden brown and crispy.

Once the tater tots are cooked to your desired level of crispness, carefully remove them from the air fryer using tongs or a spatula.

Optional: Sprinkle the tater tots with a pinch of salt while they’re still hot, if desired.

Serve the crispy air fryer tater tots immediately while they’re piping hot. They’re delicious on their own, but you can also pair them with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ketchup, barbecue sauce, or aioli.

Air fryer frozen tater tots are a quick and easy way to enjoy crispy, golden bites of potato goodness. By following this recipe, you’ll achieve perfectly cooked tater tots with a satisfying crunch. Whether it’s a snack, a side dish, or a party appetizer, these crispy tater tots will be a hit.

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Julia Jane is a home cook inspired by her mother's cooking. With the desire to share my cooking experiences with everyone, she created this website

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