Air Fryer Tater Tots

My kids absolutely love Tater tots, we used to always order them when we went to a restaurant that served tater tots.  Today, I tried my hand at Air Fryer Tater Tots, and they were oh so good, like amazing.

These are the frozen tater tots, so if you want to learn how to air fry frozen tater tots, this is the recipe for you.

The first question, if you never heard of Tater Tots, is what are they?

They actually are almost the same as potato croquettes, which are typically deep-fried potato balls. Tater tots are cylinders and usually deep-fried, they are really popular in the frozen food aisle and are served at some pubs as an appetizer.

They are usually described as crunchy, crispy, and a soft center.

Here are Some Other Popular Air Fryer Potato Dishes–

AIR FRYER, LOADED AIR FRIED POTATO ROUNDS

AIR FRYER, HOW TO MAKE BOXED AU GRATIN POTATOES IN THE AIR FRYER

The Ingredients Needed For This Recipe:

• 1 bag of frozen tater tots, any brand
• Olive oil spray
• Salt

How to Make Air Fryer Tater Tots:

1. These are the tater tots used in this recipe.
   
2. Spread them in a single layer on the air fryer basket or air fryer tray.
3. Generously spray the Tater Tots with Olive Oil Spray.
   
4. Set the temperature to 400 degrees F, (air fryer setting) for 5 minutes, after 5 minutes flip (or toss if you are using an air fryer basket. Set the timer for another 5 minutes. Check the tots, before removing to make sure they are fully cooked.
   
5. Toss with salt, before serving.
6. Plate, serve, and enjoy!
   

Tips for Making The Perfect Air Fryer Tater Tots-

• Always make sure that the frozen tater tots are sprayed with olive oil, it really helps the air fryer crisp them up.
• Use tongs to flip the tater tots, remember they are hot. If you have a basket style air fryer, just shake the basket.
• Sprinkle the finished tater tots with salt, it really gives them a great flavor.
• Serve hot, they are so best eaten hot!

Some Common Questions Asked About This Recipe–

Can I use aluminum foil in my air fryer?

This answer is yes. But always check with your manufacturer’s instructions and user manual.

Can I use any other oil besides olive oil?

Yes, you can use avocado oil or grapeseed oil. I have used them and they both have favorable results.

Do I need To Defrost the Tater Tots First?

No, They should go in frozen.

How Do I Store the Leftover Tater Tots?

Simply, let them cool to room temperature, and then seal in an airtight container. Put the container into the refrigerator. They should last about 2 to 3 days.

The leftover tater tots can be reheated in the microwave or air fryer.

Are There Any seasonings that you REcommend for Tater Tots?

My personal favorite is just with salt, and maybe a dash of pepper. But other popular seasonings for tater tots are:

1. Garlic Powder or Garlic Salt.
2. Onion Powder or Onion Salt.
3. Cheese, add some shredded or grated cheese.
4. Truffle Oil is fabulous on tots.

Don’t Forget to Pin, Air Fryer Tater Tots—

Some Helpful Products Used in Making Air Fryer Tater Tots, affiliate links included:

Instant Pot Omni Plus Air Fryer

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