Ranch Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Tater Kegs
Indulge in these crispy tater kegs stuffed with a flavorful combination of ranch bacon cheeseburger filling. Perfect as an appetizer or a hearty snack, these tater kegs are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 potato masher or ricer
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 frying pan
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 spoon or scoop
- 1 deep fryer or large pot for frying
- 1 cooking thermometer (optional if frying)
Ingredients
- 3 large russet potatoes About 2 lbs.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 strips bacon Cooked and crumbled.
- ½ lb ground beef
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs Beaten.
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- as needed oil For frying.
Instructions
- Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into quarters and place them in a large pot of cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a mixing bowl. Mash until smooth and allow to cool slightly.
- In a frying pan, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Drain excess fat.
- In the bowl with the mashed potatoes, add the cooked ground beef, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, and shredded cheese. Mix until fully combined.
- Use a spoon or scoop to form balls of the potato mixture, then roll them in your hands to create the keg shape.
- In a separate bowl, set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
- Roll each tater keg first in flour, then in the egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the tater kegs in batches until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Remove the kegs from the oil and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with additional ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
For a spicier kick, consider adding chopped jalapeños to the filling.
These tater kegs can also be baked for a healthier option; simply spray them with cooking spray and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.