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Totchos with a fried egg on top!

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This recipe was originally shared on October 2, 2012. I recently updated the photos and added more step by step photos!

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Snack, appetizer or meal? I'm not sure but I first had ‘totchos' in Portland earlier this year and believe me they were memorable. Totchos are tater tot nachos! Instead of tortilla chips, the tater tots serve as nacho chips…and usually topped with nacho cheese and other toppings, they are amazing.

Totchos (tater tot nachos) with a fried egg on top! from thelittlekitchen.netTotchos (tater tot nachos) with a fried egg on top! from thelittlekitchen.net

Original photo from when this recipe was originally published October 2, 2012

Totchos with a fried egg on top! from thelittlekitchen.net

First, make the pico de gallo. This is my no fuss way to make pico and we love it on top of tacos and with fajitas.

Cut up the tomatoes.

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I have to show you how to cut jalapenos. First wear gloves…you don't want to accidentally touch your eyes later in the day and scream! Not that I know from experience.

Cut both ends off and then cut in half lengthwise. Then, working on one half at a time, slide the knife between the ribs and the jalapeno.

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There you go, the ribs are detached. Reserve the seeds by scraping with your gloved fingers.

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Slice the jalapeno half into thin strips.

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And then dice them finely.

Totchos with a fried egg on top! from thelittlekitchen.net

Prep the onions.

Totchos with a fried egg on top! from thelittlekitchen.net

Mix in the jalapeno with the seeds and the onion.

Totchos with a fried egg on top! from thelittlekitchen.net

Add salt and lemon juice.

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And stir. Then, cover and refrigerate until you're ready to serve.

Heat your oil according to directions on your bag of frozen tater tots. I think it's really important to have a thermometer when deep frying.

Fry those puppies (or tots) up and be patient. I used my slotted spoon to keep them moving around and from sticking to each other while frying.

Using a slotted spoon, add the tater tots to a baking sheet that's lined with foiled and topped with paper towels – to soak up the oil.

Totchos with a fried egg on top! from thelittlekitchen.net

You can fry them…or you can bake them according to the instructions on the bag.

Original photo from when this recipe was originally published October 2, 2012

And then eat them! Soooooo I have to give credit where credit is due, while I was frying the tater tots, Curtis looked at me and said why don't you put a fried egg on top? Whatttttttt? was my reaction. He thought I was mad from my reaction but I just answered with “pure genius”. You're a genius, honey!

The funny thing? He doesn't like runny eggs but he knows how obsessed I am with putting eggs on ramen noodles and tons of other things. I wish I thought of this…

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Here's how to fry an egg with crispy edges!

I have these mini cast iron skillets that I love to fry eggs in. Melt a pat of butter in the skillet.

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Crack an egg.

Totchos with a fried egg on top! from thelittlekitchen.net

And let it cook for about 4 minutes if you want the egg to still be runny and the edges crispy. If you don't want it runny, you can cook it for as long as you want.

Totchos with a fried egg on top! from thelittlekitchen.net

So there you have it…totchos with a fried egg on top (Curtis' idea). The eggs make it heavenly…this is comfort food!!!

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Totchos Recipe

Popular in Pacific Northwest towns like Portland, Oregon, they are traditionally topped with nacho cheese. I loved creating this twist with pico de gallo, shredded cheddar cheese and a fried egg on top!
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 2 (for a meal) or 4 (for an appetizer)

Ingredients

Pico de Gallo

  • 1/2 of a large red onion diced small
  • 3-4 medium tomatoes cored and seeded, diced small
  • 1 jalapeno pepper seeded & cored, diced small (reserve the seeds)
  • 1 1/2 limes juiced
  • salt

Tater Tots

  • 1 pound frozen tater tots
  • vegetable oil for cooking
  • salt and pepper

Other toppings

  • sharp white cheddar grated
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 2 eggs fried
  • sour cream optional
  • guacamole optional

Instructions

Pico de Gallo

  • Combine the diced onions, tomatoes, jalapenos (include seeds if you'd like) and lime juice into a medium-sized bowl. Add salt to taste. Refrigerate while preparing the tater tots and eggs.

Making the Tater Tots

  • If you're frying, prepare a baking sheet lined with foil and covered in paper towels. Fry the tater tots according to instructions on the bag. The brand I used instructed to heat the vegetable oil to 375 degrees.
  • Allow the tater tots to slightly cool and the oil to drain on the baking sheet. Top the tater tots with salt and pepper.
  • If you're baking, follow the instructions on the bag.

Fry the Eggs

  • In a cast iron skillet, melt a pat of butter. Add two eggs and fry them sunny side up until crispy, about 4 minutes. Cook them longer if you don't want the yolk to be runny. (If using a nonstick skillet, you might not be able to get the edges as crispy.)

Assembly

  • On two plates, add tater tots and top with cheddar cheese. Optional: melt cheese on top the tater tops in the oven on the baking sheet or in the microwave on microwave-safe plates.
  • Top with pico de gallo and green onions and then the fried eggs. Serve with lime wedges and sour cream or guacamole.

Notes

Warning: You'll need a fork for this dish!
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Categories: Recipes, Side Dishes, Vegetarian Tags: cheese, eggs, green onions, potatoes, tater tots, tomatoes Posted: January 21, 2016 Updated: February 15, 2022

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    1. Nan says

      July 25, 2016 at 10:33 am

      Cannot serve this with jalapeños- one No spicey food child. What can I substitute?
      Otherwise this looks really delish and can’t wait to make it. 

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      • Julie Deily says

        July 25, 2016 at 10:38 am

        Hi Nan,

        You can totally omit the jalapenos from the pico de gallo. If you want the crunch factor, you an substitute using green bell peppers but it’s not necessary to substitute!

        Hope you enjoy it!

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    2. Mary says

      February 8, 2016 at 11:09 pm

      That’s the kind of breakfast I like to have on a busy day. I have that same mini frying pan, it’s one of my favorites. It’s the best non-stick pan, too. The more you use it, the smoother the surface gets. It’s my go to pan for frying anything in small quantities.

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    3. CakeSpy says

      February 2, 2016 at 11:45 am

      HOLY CRAP this is good enough to come back every month, much less every few years!! Awesome, Julie!

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    4. Aggie @ Aggie's Kitchen says

      January 26, 2016 at 6:25 am

      Totally craving this!! Love the fried egg on top!

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    5. Patty K says

      January 23, 2016 at 8:52 pm

      Totally my kind of breakfast!!!

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    6. Melissa says

      October 18, 2013 at 1:01 am

      We made ours ultimate TOTchos by adding beans! So delish!

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