Cauliflower Tots
A relatively simple and easy recipe for imitation tater tots made with cauliflower, cheese, and chives.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Food Processor
- Rubber Spatula
- Cookie Scoop Or spoon, melon baller, or other device to portion out the tots.
- Steamer Basket
- Dish Towels
Ingredients
- 4 Cups Cauliflower Florets
- 1 Egg Lightly beaten
- 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded
- 1 Cup Parmesan Cheese Shredded
- ¾ Cup Panko
- 2 Tbsp Chives
- ½ Tsp Garlic Powder
- ½ Tsp Seasoned Salt
- ¼ Tsp Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line your baking sheets with parchment paper, silicone mats, or whatever you prefer.
- Steam your cauliflower until it's soft and cooked. How long this takes depends on how large your pieces are, usually around 15 minutes.
- Transfer your cauliflower to your food processor, working in batches if need be. Pulse until it's riced or about that size. Be careful not to over-blend.
- Transfer your cauliflower rice to a clean dish towel. Layer another on top and gently press out as much moisture as you can. Paper towels can also help to absorb moisture.
- Combine the cauliflower and the rest of the ingredients (yes, all of them) in a mixing bowl, stirring until they're well mixed.
- Using your scoop or spoon, take roughly ½ Tbsp balls of mix and form them into tots. Arrange them on your baking sheet. I find it helps to squeeze them a bit to compress them before shaping, otherwise they can fall apart easily.
- Bake your tots for 25 minutes, or until they turn golden.
- Allow to cool slightly and serve with your favorite ketchup, aioli, or other dipping sauce.