Salt and Pepper Tater Tots

Ingredients

• 1 bag (about 32-oz.) of tater tots
• 1 diced Thai red chile (or Serrano pepper)
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Garnishes

• scallions
• cilantro

Procedure

1. Roast a bag (about 32-oz.) of tater tots in a 425°F oven or air fryer until they’re crisp all over. 
2. Heat a wok or a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of neutral oil. Stir-fry 1 diced Thai red chile (or Serrano pepper) and a few finely chopped scallions until they’re sizzled and fragrant, 1–2 minutes. Add the tots to the pan and toss for a couple of minutes until they’re coated in the aromatic oil.
3. Combine 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoons each sugar and white pepper, 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder, and 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger. Sprinkle over the tots and toss to coat. Scatter with extra chopped scallions and/or cilantro.