Gluten Free Tater Tots – The freezer staple all grown up.
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Gluten Free Tater Tots
Potato tots are one of those beloved foods that’s loved by just about everyone. Except me. I never really loved the frozen version.
I didn’t eat them growing up because we didn’t buy tater tots. I think my parents had a “Why buy it when you can make it” type of mentality.
So yeah… Tater tots are not one of those nostalgic “oh my god I ate that all the time growing up!” kinds of food for me. Unless, they’re homemade. Because homemade gluten free tater tots are totally awesome. So these are awesome-tots.
Randy: Napoleon, give me some of your tots.
Napoleon Dynamite: No, go find your own.
Randy: Come on, give me some of your tots.
Napoleon Dynamite: No, I’m freakin’ starving! I didn’t get to eat *anything* today.
Randy: [Kicks the pocket with the tots, crushing them]
Napoleon Dynamite: Ugh! Gross! Freakin’ idiot!
Sorry. It just seemed appropriate.
Adam is a big fan of tots. And Napoleon Dynamite. It’s like the only movie he can actually quote.
ANYWAYS. I make my potato tots about twice the size as store bought ones. You can make them store bought size if you’d like.
Just remember, you’re hand-rolling these little nuggets of potato puff delicousness so if you enjoy things like looking for needles in haystacks, counting pennies, or waiting for the cows to come home, then rolling tiny tots just might be the thing for you.
I have about as much time and patience to make these as my toddler and 3-year-old allow. So bigger potato tots it is!
These gluten free tater tots, although pan fried, are still a better choice than store-bought ones. You can completely control the ingredients you use.
For these, that means minimal ingredients with real potatoes being the bulk of the recipe. I also made these dairy-free which means my whole family can enjoy them.
If you would rather air fry your tater tots, try this tater tots in air fryer method! I’ve been obsessed with my air fryer lately and this will be my next recipe to make in it!
Not only are these a great side dish for dinner, they’re great for lunches. If you’re trying to make more of an effort to skip the drive-thru and bring your lunch to work, you can have these and still have your beloved potatoes.
And I must admit, these are way tastier than fries 😉
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Gluten Free Tater Tots Recipe
Gluten Free Tater Tots – The freezer staple all grown up. This is a great recipe that your family will love!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb white potatoes
- 2 tsp fine sea salt
- cold water
- 4 Tbsp vegan butter
- 1/4 C chicken broth
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 C gluten free all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 c gluten free breadcrumbs
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel and cut the potatoes into 1 1/2-2 inch pieces. Add them to a medium sized pot and add enough water to cover the potatoes by 2 inches and add the2 teaspoons salt. Bring the potatoes to a boil and then boil for 12-15 minutes (until fork tender).
- When the potatoes are cooked, drain the water and return them to the pan. Add the butter and chicken broth and mash the potatoes, leaving them slightly lumpy to give the potato tots better texture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate the mashed potatoes overnight.
- When the potatoes are chilled, add them to a medium sized bowl with the eggs, flour, and garlic powder. Mix until completely combined.
- Use a tablespoon to scoop the potatoes and then roll into log shapes and then coat them in the breadcrumbs. Place the coated potato tots on a baking sheet are refrigerate while the oil is heating.
- In a large heavy bottom skillet, add enough oil to coat the bottom with 1 inch of oil. When the oil is hot (365 degrees), fry the potato tots about 2 minutes per side or until golden brown. Fry in batches so you don’t over-crowd the pan. When the potato tots are cooked, remove from the pan with a slotted spoon (or spider spoon) and drain on a paper towel lined plate. Season with salt immediately. Serve the potato tots hot with desired condiments.
Notes
Prep time does not include chilling time. 3 cups leftover mashed potatoes can be used in place of the potatoes, butter, and chicken broth.Leftovers can be frozen and reheated in the oven at 425 degrees until heated through.Makes about 3 dozen tater tots depending on size.
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Anna
Wednesday 15th of June 2016
Love this recipe. I have looked in my local supermarkets and have not been able to find gluten free flour. Can you tell me where I can get it as I bake a lot. I can't eat the whole wheat or grains so it would really help. Thank you. Anna
Sharon
Thursday 16th of June 2016
Hi Anna, I use a blend of rice flour, tapioca flour, and arrowroot starch - you can see my recipe here: http://www.whattheforkfoodblog.com/2016/01/14/nightshade-free-gluten-free-flour-mix/ If you can't find the flours near you, you can try finding them on Amazon or Thrive Market.
Amy
Monday 25th of January 2016
Can these be baked instead of fried?
Sharon
Tuesday 26th of January 2016
I've never baked them but if you do, I would lightly spray them with cooking spray to help them brown a bit
Steph @ Steph in Thyme
Thursday 21st of January 2016
Gotta have those tots!!!
Alida
Wednesday 20th of January 2016
Homemade tots...I'm impressed! These look like perfection, and gluten free makes it even better!
Cookin Canuck
Wednesday 20th of January 2016
These look 1000 times better than anything you'd buy at the store. I'm thinking these would be great to munch on while watching the Super Bowl!