Ingredients
Vegetable oil, for frying
1 lb. Frozen Tater Tots
kosher salt
1 lb. ground beef
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. cumin
3 tbsp. Frank’s Red Hot Original Sauce
1/2 lb. Shredded Monterey Jack
4 1/2 oz. green chiles
1/4 c. heavy cream
1 c. Pico de Gallo
1 avocado, seeded and diced
1/4 c. chopped green onions
1/2 c. sour cream
Queso, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving
Preparation
Step 1In a deep cast-iron skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry tater tots according to package instructions until golden. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt.
Step 2In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef, breaking up with a spoon. Add garlic powder, cumin, hot sauce, and salt; simmer on medium-low, 2 to 3 minutes. Cover with a lid to keep warm.
Step 3Meanwhile, in a saucepan over medium heat, combine Monterey Jack, green chiles, and heavy cream. Stir until creamy and well combined. Turn off heat and cover with lid partially to keep warm.
Step 4Spread tater tots on a large serving platter and top with spicy beef, pico de gallo, avocado, green onions and dollops of sour cream. Serve with warm queso and lime wedges.
