Loaded Reuben Totchos Recipe

Tater tots: These are the crispy base of the dish, providing a satisfying crunch.

Swiss cheese: This cheese melts beautifully and adds a creamy, nutty flavor.

Sauerkraut: Fermented cabbage that brings a tangy, slightly sour taste.

Corned beef: Diced meat that adds a savory, salty element.

Thousand Island dressing: A creamy, tangy dressing that ties all the flavors together.

Parsley: Optional garnish that adds a fresh, herbal note and a pop of color.

To achieve perfectly crispy tater tots, ensure they are spread out in a single layer on the baking sheet without overlapping. This allows hot air to circulate around each tot, promoting even cooking and crispiness. Additionally, for a more intense flavor, consider lightly seasoning the tater tots with a pinch of salt and pepper before baking. When combining the shredded swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and corned beef in the mixing bowl, make sure the tater tots are still hot. This will help the cheese melt more evenly and bind the ingredients together. For an extra touch, you can lightly toast the sauerkraut in a pan before adding it to the mix to enhance its flavor.

• frozen tater tots - Substitute with sweet potato tots: Sweet potato tots provide a slightly different flavor profile and a bit more nutritional value.

• frozen tater tots - Substitute with cauliflower tots: Cauliflower tots are a lower-carb alternative and add a different texture.

• shredded swiss cheese - Substitute with gruyere cheese: Gruyere has a similar melting quality and a slightly nuttier flavor.

• shredded swiss cheese - Substitute with provolone cheese: Provolone melts well and has a mild flavor that complements the other ingredients.

• sauerkraut - Substitute with kimchi: Kimchi adds a spicy kick and a similar fermented tanginess.

• sauerkraut - Substitute with pickled red cabbage: Pickled red cabbage offers a similar texture and tangy flavor.

• diced corned beef - Substitute with pastrami: Pastrami has a similar flavor profile and texture, making it a good alternative.

• diced corned beef - Substitute with roast beef: Roast beef can be used for a less salty and slightly different flavor.

• thousand island dressing - Substitute with Russian dressing: Russian dressing has a similar creamy and tangy flavor.

• thousand island dressing - Substitute with remoulade sauce: Remoulade sauce offers a similar creamy texture with a bit more spice.

• chopped fresh parsley - Substitute with chopped fresh dill: Dill adds a fresh, slightly different herbal note that complements the dish.

• chopped fresh parsley - Substitute with chopped fresh chives: Chives provide a mild onion flavor and a fresh green color.

• Allow the loaded Reuben totchos to cool completely before storing. This prevents condensation, which can make the tater tots soggy.
• Transfer the cooled totchos to an airtight container. If you have multiple layers, place a sheet of parchment paper between each layer to prevent sticking.
• Store the container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best results, reheat within this timeframe to maintain the crispy texture of the tater tots.
• To reheat, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread the totchos on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through and crispy.
• If you prefer to use a microwave, place the totchos on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a microwave-safe lid or another plate. Heat on high for 2-3 minutes, checking halfway through to ensure even heating.
• For freezing, place the cooled totchos on a baking sheet in a single layer and freeze for 1-2 hours, or until solid. This prevents them from sticking together.
• Once frozen, transfer the totchos to a freezer-safe bag or container. Label with the date and store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
• To reheat from frozen, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the frozen totchos on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and crispy.

• Oven Method: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the leftover Loaded Reuben Totchos evenly on a baking sheet. Cover with aluminum foil to prevent drying out. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. Remove the foil for the last 5 minutes to re-crisp the tater tots.

• Microwave Method: Place the Loaded Reuben Totchos on a microwave-safe plate. Cover with a microwave-safe lid or another plate to retain moisture. Heat on medium power for 2-3 minutes, checking halfway through to stir and ensure even heating. If needed, continue heating in 30-second increments until hot.

• Skillet Method: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a small amount of olive oil or butter to the pan. Spread the Loaded Reuben Totchos in an even layer. Cover with a lid and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and crispy.

• Air Fryer Method: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place the Loaded Reuben Totchos in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even heating and crispiness.

• Oven: Used to bake the tater tots until they are crispy and to melt the cheese in the final step.

• Baking sheet: Provides a flat surface to spread the tater tots in a single layer for even baking.

• Large mixing bowl: Used to combine the baked tater tots with shredded swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and corned beef.

• Spatula: Helps in tossing the tater tots with the other ingredients in the mixing bowl.

• Measuring cups: Ensures accurate measurement of the shredded swiss cheese, sauerkraut, corned beef, and thousand island dressing.

• Knife: Used to dice the corned beef into small pieces.

• Cutting board: Provides a safe surface for dicing the corned beef.

• Serving platter: Used to serve the finished loaded Reuben totchos.

• Chopping knife: Used to chop fresh parsley for garnish, if using.

Preheat efficiently: Preheat the oven while you gather and prepare your ingredients to save time.

Use pre-shredded cheese: Opt for pre-shredded swiss cheese to cut down on prep time.

Buy pre-diced corned beef: Purchase pre-diced corned beef from the deli section to avoid extra chopping.

Line the baking sheet: Use parchment paper or a silicone mat to make cleanup quicker and easier.

Mix in the oven: Instead of transferring to a bowl, mix the ingredients directly on the baking sheet to save on dishwashing.

Serve in the baking sheet: Serve the totchos directly from the baking sheet to minimize dishware.