Are Hash Browns and Tater Tots the Same

Are tater tots fries or hash browns?

A ‘tater’ is a shortened form of the word ‘potato’ and can thus be applied to anything made from potatoes. Tater Tots are not like fries, they are much more like a hash brown, made from grated potato not ‘chipped’ whole potato or extruded mash. Sure, but they’re better known as home fries.

How do you make hash browns from tater tots?

Instructions

• Over medium heat, coat a large skillet with canola oil. Let skillet get a bit hot, then, add tater tots.
• Let tater tots get warm and soft for a few minutes. …
• With your spatula, break up tater tots & onions with spatula and cook until brown.
• Remove from heat and sprinkle with cheese before serving.