Memphis BBQ Pork Totchos

Name: Memphis BBQ Pork Totchos
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 500g pulled pork (cooked in BBQ sauce); 500g frozen tater tots (or homemade); 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; ½ cup red onion (finely chopped); 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish); BBQ sauce (for drizzling); Sour cream (for topping, optional)

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Memphis BBQ Pork Totchos is a delicious twist on traditional nachos, where crispy potato tots are topped with tangy Memphis-style BBQ pulled pork. This dish is a perfect combination of savory, smoky, and tangy flavors, making it an ideal snack for any party or gathering.

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Origin of Memphis BBQ Pork Totchos:Why It’s Loved:Memphis BBQ Pork Totchos Ingredients Directions Notes

Origin of Memphis BBQ Pork Totchos:

Memphis BBQ originates from Memphis, Tennessee, USA, known for its smoky pork ribs and pulled pork served with tangy BBQ sauces. Totchos is a modern snack that replaces traditional nachos with crispy potato tots, and when topped with Memphis-style BBQ pork, it gives the dish a flavorful twist.

Why It’s Loved:

This dish is loved for its combination of crispy potato tots, smoky BBQ pulled pork, and melty cheese. Totchos is a fun and easy-to-eat snack that makes any occasion special. The smoky flavor of BBQ pork and the tangy sauce makes it a favorite among many.

Memphis BBQ Pork Totchos

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Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Calories

500

kcal

Ingredients

500g pulled pork (cooked in BBQ sauce)
500g frozen tater tots (or homemade)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup red onion (finely chopped)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
BBQ sauce (for drizzling)
Sour cream (for topping, optional)

Directions

Cook the tater tots: Preheat the oven and bake the frozen tater tots for about 20 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Prepare the BBQ pork: Heat olive oil in a pan, add the BBQ pork, and stir in the BBQ sauce. Cook until the pork is warm.
Assemble the Totchos: Arrange the baked tater tots on a serving plate, then top with BBQ pork, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and chopped onions.
Melt the cheese: Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 5 minutes until the cheese melts.
Top with garnishes: Once done, garnish with fresh cilantro, drizzle with BBQ sauce, and optionally add sour cream