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Cheesy Fiesta Tots

This is a delicious comfort dish made with tater tots using Mexican flavors. It makes for a great appetizer.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 bag tater tots frozen
  • 1 can enchilada sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1-2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 serrano peppers diced
  • 1 cup mexican cheese blend shredded
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup cilantro garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Bake tater tots according to package.
  • Heat oil on a pan to sauté onion and garlic.
  • Add in taco seasoning, spices and serrano peppers. Mix well.
  • Add in enchilada sauce and cook for a few minutes.
  • In a separate baking pan, layer cooked tater tots, seasoned sauce and mexican cheese.
  • Broil in oven for 2 minutes until cheese has melted.
  • Garnish with cilantro.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

I used Trader Joe's Frozen Tater Tots. I used Old El Paso red enchilada sauce and taco seasoning (Hot & Spicy).