Air Fryer Frozen Tater Tots ( Crispy and Quick)

Tater tots are one of the most popular items to make in the air fryer. You will see why. Tater tots do it all. They can make a crispy, crunchy, quick and easy side dish. Tater tots can also make a great appetizer or serve as a main dish in a casserole or our family favorite, totchos. Totchos are tater tot nachos topped with your favorite toppings like chili shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions and more.

How do I cook tater tots in the air fryer?

I love to grab a bag of frozen tater tots. Frozen tater tots are easy to store in the freezer and can compliment any meal. Follow these steps:

• Place the frozen tater tots in an even layer in the air fry tray or basket. Spray the tater tots with an olive oil spray
• Set the air fryer to 400 degrees F and for 12 minutes. Shake the tray or basket halfway through the cooking time
• Check to see if the tater tots are done. Every air fryer is different. If they are not crispy enough air fry for an additional minute then repeat until you get your desired result

What is the best seasoning for tater tots?

I love to sprinkle coarse Himalayan salt on top of my tater tots. My other top choice that has a lot of versatility is Tony’s Creole Seasoning. It is a perfect blend that can be used for tater tots, chicken wings, vegetables and so much more.

• Salt
• Tony’s Creole
• Garlic powder
• Onion
• Paprika
• Cumin
• Ranch packets
• Oregano
• Italian

What are the best dipping sauces?

If you polled most people than ketchup is the top winner. It is traditional, classic and found everywhere. But why stop there? Try one of these to add a new twist.

• Honey Mustard
• Barbecue Sauce
• Gravy
• Cheese Sauce
• Ranch Sauce
• Mayonnaise
• Sriracha
• Mayonnaise and Sriracha blend

What goes well with tater tots?

Everything. We serve it as a side to burgers, sandwiches and chili dogs. We serve it as an entree in a casserole or my kids favorite totchos.