Salt and vinegar tater tots

Salt and vinegar tater tots

By William Nitisiri
20’ Prep time
15’ Cook time
35’ Total time
246 Calories
28 Serving

Summary

These homemade salt and vinegar tater tots are the ultimate back-to-school snack. crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and packed with tangy vinegar flavor, they’re far superior to store-bought options. perfect as an after-school treat, lunchbox addition, or family side dish, these tots are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. simple to make and irresistibly delicious, they’ll quickly become a favorite in your household! check out ronica on instagram at @mymanabites for more cooking inspiration!
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Step 1

Cut the potatoes into thirds. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook until fork tender, about 6-7 minutes. Drain well and let them cool completely.
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Step 2

Once cooled, shred the potatoes using a grater and transfer them to a large bowl.
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Step 3

Season the potatoes with salt, paprika, onion powder and garlic powder. Add the cornstarch, melted butter, and dill. Mix until well combined.
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Step 4

Form the potato mixture into small tots, about 1½ tablespoons each. You should have about 28 tots. Freeze for 1 hour or until firm.
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Step 5

In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
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Step 6

Working in batches, carefully add the tots to the hot oil and fry until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Transfer the fried tots to a plate lined with paper towels.
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Step 7

Garnish with parsley, chives, flaky sea salt, and white vinegar powder. Serve immediately
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Step 8

Enjoy!

Ingredient

  • Onion powder
    Onion powder
    0.5 teaspoon
  • Cornstarch
    Cornstarch
    2 tablespoons
  • Kosher salt
    Kosher salt
    15 teaspoons
  • Paprika
    Paprika
    1 teaspoon
  • Dried dill
    Dried dill
    0.5 teaspoon
  • Garlic powder
    Garlic powder
    1 teaspoon
  • Russet potatoes
    Russet potatoes
    2
  • White vinegar powder
    White vinegar powder
    1 tablespoon
  • Vegetable oil
    Vegetable oil
    3 cups
  • Finely chopped fresh parsley
    Finely chopped fresh parsley
    2 tablespoons
  • Chopped fresh chives
    Chopped fresh chives
    2 teaspoons
  • Melted unsalted butter
    Melted unsalted butter
    1 tablespoon

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