How Long to Deep Fry Tater Tots?

Can you deep fry store bought tater tots?

Tater Tots have long been a tasty favorite of many children, but crispy tots also make a great side dish or appetizer. Frozen Tater Tots are readily available at most grocery stores and easy to cook in the oven or deep fryer.

What temperature do you deep fry tater tots?

Preheat cooking oil in electric deep fryer to 375 F. Fill deep fryer not more than half full of oil. Fill fryer basket not more than half full of frozen Extra Crispy Tater Tots. Carefully lower basket into hot oil. Fry 3–4 minutes.

How do you make tater tots extra crispy?

If you want to really ensure you get a crispy end result, coat your tater tots in cooking spray, and you can also sprinkle on a bit of salt. Be certain to flip the basket holding your tots halfway through their cooking time to get both sides evenly crunchy.

What is the best way to cook frozen tater tots?

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Add tater tots to a baking sheet. Pour bacon grease over the tater tots. Sprinkle with season salt.
3. Bake for 15 minutes and remove from oven.
4. Turn tater tots over and return to oven for 10- 15 minutes or until crispy and brown.
5. Serve immediately.

How do you know when tater tots are done?

You’ll know the tots are done and ready when they have a deep golden-brown color with an outer crust that looks exceptionally crispy.

How are Tater Tots made?

Can you microwave frozen tots?

Although you can microwave Tater Tots, it’s not recommended. The microwave will warm the Tots, but they won’t get as crispy as when you bake, deep-fry or grill them.

Why do tater tots fall apart in air fryer?

You’ll want to shake the basket about halfway through cooking, but don’t flip the tots with a spatula — they can easily break apart once they’re thawed but before their crusts have crisped.

Can you fry tater tots in olive oil?

Spray with olive oil or if you do not have a spray bottle use ½ tablespoon and brush or pour evenly over top and then toss to combine and coat the tater tots. Add the tater tots in an even layer to the air fryer basket.

How do you fry tater tots at home?

How do you keep party tater tots crispy?

If you only need to wait for 15 to 30 minutes before serving, simply place the tots on a plate and cover them in aluminum foil. The foil acts as an insulator to trap the heat inside and thus keep the food warm for a short time. This is perfect when you have to bring the food outside for a party.

What goes with tater tots for dinner?

Tots add a nice crunch to any sandwich, especially a melty grilled cheese. Change up the meat and cheese depending on what you and your kid’s like. Grilled ham and Swiss sandwiches, and turkey cheddar melts, are both even better with tots.

What is the best oil to fry tater tots?

The first thing to remember when frying is to use an oil that is able to sustain high temperatures, such as canola oil. Canola oil has a smoking point of around 425 degrees Fahrenheit, so it’ll be best to fry our tots between 350-375 degrees.