Description
This Mexican Totchos recipe is a delicious twist on classic nachos, substituting tortilla chips with crispy tater tots. Ground beef seasoned with garlic powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, and salt is cooked and layered over golden tater tots, then topped with melted Colby Jack cheese under the broiler for a quick and flavorful dish perfect for gatherings or a comforting snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Other Ingredients
- 2-pound bag tater tots, cooked
- 1 ½ cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Broiler and Brown Beef: Set your oven to broil on high. In a large pan over medium-high heat, combine the ground beef, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and red pepper flakes. Use a spatula to break up the beef as it cooks, and cook for 7 to 10 minutes until the beef is fully browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess grease from the pan.
- Assemble the Totchos: Spread the cooked tater tots evenly on a 9×13-inch baking sheet. Evenly distribute the cooked ground beef over the tater tots, then sprinkle the shredded Colby Jack cheese on top.
- Broil to Melt Cheese: Place the baking sheet under the broiler for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve immediately with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, salsa, jalapeños, or guacamole for a flavorful Mexican-inspired snack or meal.
Notes
- Be sure to keep an eye on the cheese while broiling to prevent it from burning.
- Drain excess grease from the cooked beef to keep the totchos from being too greasy.
- Feel free to customize your totchos with additional toppings like diced onions, tomatoes, or sliced olives.
- Use frozen tater tots and cook them fully before assembling to ensure crispiness.
