Chili Cheese-Stuffed Tots

Instructions

• Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and break up into smaller bits using a spoon or spatula.
• Add the cayenne, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, pepper, and salt, then mix until evenly incorporated.
• Add ketchup. Mix thoroughly allowing beef to cook all the way through.
• Remove the pan from heat, and drain excess fat.
• Add the grated potatoes to a bowl, and add in the flour and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir to combine.
• Using the palm of your hand, spread 1 tablespoon of the potatoes into a thin pancake.
• Add 1 teaspoon of the beef, then press a cheese cube into the middle.
• Fold potato over beef and cheese, then create a fist around the tot while using your opposite hand to flatten both sides, creating the cylindrical tot form.
• Heat vegetable oil over high heat until temperature reaches 360˚F (182˚C).
• Fry the tots in batches for about 5 minutes, until golden brown.
• Transfer fried tots to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve immediately.
• Enjoy!