As an adult, I’ve learned to embrace the ‘tots. Still not in place of fries of course, but as its own separate entity. Topped with all sort of goodness. For an unforgettable bacon and egg breakfast or a legit game day version of a loaded baked potato.
And now, it’s time to combine bold Korean flavors with crispy sweet potato tater tots for a dish of epic totcho greatness: Korean Pork Sweet Potato Totchos with Kimchi, Avocado, and Gochujang Aoili. Oh, and a poached egg. Because… runny yolk. Duh. 
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Sweet Potato Totchos with Korean-Style Pork
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
For brunch or an appetizer, tater tots loaded like nachos with bold Korean flavors like pork, kimchi, avocado, and gochujang aioli are sure to be a party.
Ingredients
- 1 (20-oz) (565 g) bag frozen sweet potato tater tots
- Korean Pork (recipe below)
- 1 bunch scallions, chopped
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) kimchi, chopped
- 1 avocado, chopped
- 1/3 - 1/2 cup (35-55 g) cotija cheese or queso fresco, crumbled
- 2 - 4 Poached eggs (completely your preference)
- Gochujang Greek Yogurt Aioli (recipe below)
- for the Korean Pork
- 3/4 lb (340 g) ground pork
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp ginger powder
- for the Healthy Gochujang Aioli
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) plain Greek yogurt
- 1 1/2 tbsp gochujang
- 1/8 tsp paprika
- 1/8 tsp garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp onion powder
- Kosher salt
Instructions
- Cook sweet potato tater tots according to package directions. Top tots with Korean pork, scallions, kimchi, and avocado. Drizzle with the gochujang aioli and sprinkle with cotija/queso fresco. Top with poached eggs and devour.
for the Korean Pork
- Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, toasted sesame oil, garlic powder, onion powder, and ginger powder in a small bowl.
- Heat olive oil a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork and cook, stirring and breaking into bite-sized pieces, until browned and just cooked through. Add sauce and stir, cooking for about 1 minutes, until it creates a quick glaze on the pork. Remove from heat.
for the Gochujang Aioli
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Season with Kosher salt. Can be made ahead and refrigerated until ready to serve.
Notes
- To create a clean drizzle of the Healthy Gochujang Aioli, place in a ziploc bag and snip the corner to create a makeshift pastry bag.
- If you can’t find sweet potato tater tots, feel free to substitute regular tots.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of sweet potato should I use for the totchos?
You can use any variety of sweet potato, but orange-fleshed sweet potatoes are commonly used for their sweetness and creamy texture.
How do I achieve the perfect poached egg to top my totchos?
To poach an egg, bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer, add a splash of vinegar, and create a vortex by stirring the water before gently adding the egg. Cook for about 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk.
What can I substitute for kimchi if I can’t find it?
If you can’t find kimchi, you can use pickled vegetables or a spicy slaw for a similar tangy flavor, but the taste will differ slightly.
