Tater Tot nachos takes one of the most loved (and easiest) dinners and gives it a crispy, crunchy, potato-filled boost. Topped with chili–vegetarian or beef, it’s up to you–and loads of tomatoes, sour cream, and jalapeños, Totchos might be everyone’s perfect meal.
Adapted from Kelley Epstein | Après All Day | Chronicle Books, 2021
If you don’t happen to have any Veggie Chili, a 15 oz [430 g] can of chili works great! I really like the Stagg brand Vegetarian Garden 4-Bean Chili in a pinch. And Heinz chili sauce is my favorite brand of chili sauce. I think this chili is best made the day before. Simply reheat on low when you’re ready to serve it.–Kelley Epstein
Tater Tot Nachos ~ Totchos
Tater Tot nachos takes one of the most loved, and easiest, dinners and gives it a crispy, crunchy, potato-filled boost. Topped with chili–vegetarian or filled with beef, it’s up to you–and loads of tomatoes, sour cream, and jalapeños, Totchos might be everyone’s perfect meal.
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Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, toss frozen tater tots with taco seasoning. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake until very crispy, 28 to 35 minutes, turning once during baking. This is key to the success of this dish!
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Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over low heat, reheat chili.
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Remove tater tots from oven. Spoon warm chili over top and sprinkle evenly with cheese. Return to oven just until the cheese is melted and bubbly, 3 to 5 minutes.
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Remove from oven and top with tomatoes, scallions, cilantro, sour cream, and pickled jalapeños, if using. Serve immediately.
*Can I make Tater Tot Nachos without chili?
If you don’t have leftover chili on hand or don’t want to make a batch, you can swap in 8 ounces (227 g) of cooked ground beef seasoned with 1 tablespoon taco seasoning, or try 8 ounces (227 g) of cooked ground chorizo sausage to top your Totchos.
Serving: 1servingCalories: 818kcal (41%)Carbohydrates: 78g (26%)Protein: 26g (52%)Fat: 48g (74%)Saturated Fat: 19g (119%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 90mg (30%)Sodium: 2203mg (96%)Potassium: 1356mg (39%)Fiber: 11g (46%)Sugar: 6g (7%)Vitamin A: 1885IU (38%)Vitamin C: 31mg (38%)Calcium: 508mg (51%)Iron: 7mg (39%)
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Originally published September 5, 2021