Memphis BBQ Pork Totchos Recipe

Ingredients

This recipe was originally created to serve 6. While quantities can scale, cooking times and methods remain the same. Note: not all recipes scale perfectly.

• 1 (28 ounce) package frozen bite-size potato nuggets (e.g., Extra Crispy Tater Tots)
• 2 cups shredded Pepper Jack cheese
• 2 cups cooked pulled pork
• cup chopped white onion
• cup chopped pickled jalapeo peppers
• cup barbecue sauce (e.g., Cattlemen's)
• 1 cup prepared coleslaw (optional)
• 1 bunch green onions, sliced

Directions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425F (220C). Spread the potato nuggets in a single layer on a baking sheet.

Step 2: Bake for 20 minutes, then gently shake the baking sheet and continue baking for another 20-24 minutes until the nuggets are extra crispy.

Step 3: Remove the tray from the oven and switch on the broiler. Layer the crispy potato nuggets with Pepper Jack cheese, pulled pork, chopped onion, and jalapeo peppers.

Step 4: Drizzle barbecue sauce evenly over the loaded nuggets.

Step 5: Broil for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese begins to bubble and lightly brown.

Step 6: Top with coleslaw and sliced green onions before serving.

Cook's Notes

• For pulled pork, I use a dry-rubbed pork shoulder cooked in a slow cooker. After cooling, pull the meat by hand into chunks, chop lightly with a cleaver, and finish in a hot grill pan to add crispy edges and reduce excess fat.
• Extra crispy potato nuggets are essential to prevent soggy "totchos" when layered with toppings.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 619
• Total Fat: 32g (41%)
• Saturated Fat: 12g (60%)
• Cholesterol: 105mg (35%)
• Sodium: 1675mg (73%)
• Total Carbohydrate: 57g (21%)
• Dietary Fiber: 5g (18%)
• Total Sugars: 8g
• Protein: 32g (63%)
• Vitamin C: 30mg (33%)
• Calcium: 284mg (22%)
• Iron: 1mg (5%)
• Potassium: 583mg (12%)

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information may not be available for all ingredients. Consult a healthcare provider if you are following a medically restrictive diet.