Description
These Loaded Beef Rib Tater Tots are the ultimate game day snack or party appetizer. Crispy tater tots topped with tender shredded beef ribs, melted cheddar cheese, tangy barbecue sauce, and creamy sour cream, finished with a kick of green onions and jalapeños. Cheesy, savory, and packed with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Tater Tots:
- 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
- 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for baking
For the Beef Rib Topping:
- 3 cups cooked beef short rib meat, shredded and boneless
- 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
For Serving:
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup pickled jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Bake Tater Tots: Spread tater tots in a single layer on the baking sheet and bake according to package instructions until golden and crispy, about 25–30 minutes.
- Prepare Beef Rib Topping: While the tots bake, warm the shredded beef ribs in a skillet over medium heat. Add barbecue sauce and stir to coat.
- Melt Cheese: Once the tater tots are crispy, sprinkle with cheddar cheese and return to the oven for 3–5 minutes until melted.
- Assemble and Serve: Top the cheesy tots with the beef rib mixture, sour cream, green onions, and jalapeños. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can use pulled pork or shredded chicken as alternative proteins.
- Enhance with diced tomatoes, bacon bits, or avocado for added flavors.
- For a spicier kick, opt for pepper jack cheese and extra jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 generous portion
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
