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Sweet Potato Parmesan Tater Tots Recipe

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Crispy and flavorful Sweet Potato Parmesan Tater Tots baked to golden perfection and infused with a blend of fresh herbs and a hint of chipotle chili powder. These tots make for a delicious side dish or snack, combining the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with savory parmesan and aromatic fresh herbs for an irresistible treat.

Ingredients

Sweet Potato Tots

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 2 cups Panko bread crumbs
  • 2 teaspoons chipotle or regular chili powder
  • Extra virgin olive oil, for brushing

Herb Butter Drizzle

  • 4 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Bake Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Prick the sweet potatoes all over using a fork. Place them directly on the oven rack and bake until tender, about 50 to 60 minutes. Once cooked, allow them to cool sufficiently for handling.
  2. Prepare Sweet Potato Mixture: When the sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel off the skin with your hands; it should slip away easily. Place the peeled sweet potatoes into a medium bowl and mash thoroughly. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese, grated garlic, and a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper to taste until well combined.
  3. Prepare Coating: In a shallow bowl, combine the Panko bread crumbs and chipotle chili powder, mixing them evenly. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
  4. Shape and Coat Tater Tots: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the sweet potato mixture and roll it into a cylinder shape. Place it on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat this process with the remaining sweet potato mixture. The mixture will be somewhat moist, so the shapes do not need to be perfect. Then, roll each cylinder in the Panko and chili powder mixture to fully coat them, placing them back on the baking sheet. Lightly brush or mist each tot with extra virgin olive oil to help them crisp up in the oven.
  5. Bake the Tots: Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake the tots for 15 minutes initially. After 15 minutes, flip each tot carefully and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until they are golden and crisp on all sides.
  6. Prepare Herb Butter Drizzle: While the tots are baking, melt the salted butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the fresh thyme leaves, chopped parsley, and chopped fresh sage to the melted butter. Cook the herbs for about 30 seconds until fragrant and infused into the butter.
  7. Serve: Once the tots are golden and crisp, remove them from the oven and drizzle the herb butter over them while warm. Serve immediately, optionally alongside ketchup and additional fresh herbs.

Notes

  • The sweet potato mixture is naturally moist; shaping the tots doesn’t require perfection.
  • For extra crispiness, make sure to brush the tots well with olive oil before baking.
  • Chipotle chili powder adds a smoky heat, but regular chili powder or smoked paprika can be used as alternatives.
  • Fresh herbs in the butter drizzle enhance the flavor but can be adjusted to your preference.
  • These tots can also be cooked using an Instant Pot for faster sweet potato cooking before baking.
  • Serve warm for best texture and flavor.

Find it online: https://glowcooks.com/sweet-potato-parmesan-tater-tots-recipe/