Tatchos – The Ultimate Nacho–Tater Tot Mashup

Tatchos – The Ultimate Nacho–Tater Tot Mashup

Introduction

If nachos and tater tots had a glorious, crave-worthy baby, this would be it. Tatchos are the ultimate comfort food mashup—crispy oven-baked tater tots piled high with melty cheese, bold toppings, and all the flavors you love from classic nachos. They’re perfect for game day, movie night, or anytime you need a crowd-pleasing snack that disappears fast. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and loaded with savory goodness, these tatchos are indulgent, fun, and surprisingly easy to customize to your taste.

Ingredients

For the Tater Tot Base

• 900 g (2 lb) frozen tater tots
• 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil
• 2 g (½ tsp) salt

For the Toppings

• 200 g (2 cups) shredded cheddar cheese
• 100 g (1 cup) shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
• 200 g (7 oz) cooked ground beef or shredded chicken
• 5 g (1 tsp) smoked paprika
• 5 g (1 tsp) garlic powder
• 2 g (½ tsp) ground cumin
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Fresh & Creamy Toppings

• 120 ml (½ cup) sour cream
• 120 ml (½ cup) guacamole
• 100 g (¾ cup) diced tomatoes
• 50 g (½ cup) sliced green onions
• 30 g (¼ cup) sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)

Optional Extras

• 60 ml (¼ cup) nacho cheese sauce
• 50 g (½ cup) black olives, sliced
• Fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions