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Carrot Potato Tots Recipe

Carrot Potato Tots Recipe
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Carrot Potato Tots are a delicious and healthy snack made from steamed potatoes and carrots mixed with shredded cheese. These tots are soft on the inside with a lightly golden exterior, perfect for both children and adults. Easy to prepare and bake or pan-fry, they make a nutritious side dish or snack with natural sweetness from the carrots and a cheesy aroma that enhances their flavor.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 1 medium potato (about 200g), peeled and chopped
  • 2 medium carrots (about 150-200g), peeled and chopped

Dairy

  • ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Cook the Vegetables: Peel and chop the potato and carrots into small, even pieces. Steam them in a steamer basket over boiling water for 10-15 minutes or until tender and easily pierced with a fork. Alternatively, boil the vegetables and drain thoroughly to remove excess moisture.
  2. Mash the Vegetables: Transfer the steamed vegetables while still warm into a mixing bowl. Use a potato masher or fork to mash them until smooth or with slight lumps for texture.
  3. Add the Cheese: Mix ½ cup of shredded cheese into the warm mashed vegetables until fully combined. The heat will melt the cheese slightly, helping bind the mixture.
  4. Form the Tots: Shape the mixture into small tot-sized portions, about 1 to 2 inches each, ensuring they hold together well.
  5. Cook the Tots: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Place tots on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and firm. Alternatively, pan-fry tots in a small amount of olive oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain excess oil on paper towels.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Allow tots to cool slightly, especially when serving to toddlers. Serve warm as a snack, side dish, or part of a meal.

Notes

  • You may substitute shredded cheese with a vegan alternative to make this recipe dairy-free.
  • Ensure potatoes and carrots are well drained after boiling to prevent soggy tots.
  • For extra flavor, add herbs such as parsley or mild spices like paprika to the mash.
  • Store leftover tots in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven for best texture.

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Keywords: carrot potato tots, cheesy tots, healthy snacks, vegetarian tots, baked tots, kids snack

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