Copycat Mr. Krabs Cheesy Tater Tots
Ingredients
Potato Base
- 3 cups shredded potatoes (or frozen hashbrowns)
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
Filling
- 1 cup cheddar cheese cubes
Frying
- oil for frying
Instructions
1. Prep potatoes
If using fresh potatoes, squeeze out excess moisture.
Mix potatoes with egg, flour, salt, and pepper.
2. Shape tots
Take small amount of potato mixture, flatten slightly.
Add cheese cube, wrap and roll into tot shape.
3. Fry
Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
Fry tots 3–4 minutes until golden and crispy.
4. Drain
Place on paper towel to remove excess oil.
Tips
- Keep tots small so cheese melts evenly
- Freeze for 10 minutes before frying for better shape
- Don’t overcrowd oil