Loaded Tater Tots
Loaded Tater Tots are crispy potato bites topped with savory ground beef, melted cheese, and a variety of toppings like jalapeños and sour cream, creating a delicious dish perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 bag tater tots Use frozen tater tots.
- 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with chorizo or sautéed black beans for variations.
- 1 cup cheddar or mozzarella cheese Gooey cheese is preferred.
- 1 medium jalapeño Sliced for topping.
- 1/2 cup sour cream For drizzling on top.
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes Optional nacho topping.
- 1/2 cup green onions Optional nacho topping.
- 1/2 cup olives Optional nacho topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven as per the package instructions for the tater tots.
- Cook tater tots according to package instructions until crispy and golden brown.
- While the tater tots are baking, heat some olive oil in a skillet.
- Add ground beef into the skillet and season to taste. Cook until the beef is browned.
Assembly
- Once tater tots are done, remove them from the oven and place them in a serving dish.
- Layer the cooked ground beef over the tater tots.
- Sprinkle gooey cheese over the beef, allowing it to melt.
- Top with sliced jalapeños, sour cream, and any additional toppings you desire.
Notes
For added crunch, breadcrumbs can be toasted and sprinkled on top before serving. Adjust spices according to your preference.