Delicious and Flavorful Loaded Pulled Pork Totchos Recipe

These loaded pulled pork totchos are a delicious and flavorful twist on the classic nachos. Crispy tater tots are topped with warm and tender pulled pork, cheese, jalapenos, and a variety of other tasty toppings. It's a perfect appetizer or main dish for game day or any casual gathering. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish will surely be a crowd pleaser.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 bag frozen tater tots
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup sliced jalapenos
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup guacamole
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a slow cooker, combine the pork shoulder, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and apple cider vinegar. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
3. Remove the pork shoulder from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
4. Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or according to the package instructions, until crispy and golden brown.
5. In a large skillet, heat the shredded pork over medium heat for a few minutes, until heated through.
6. Assemble the totchos by spreading the crispy tater tots on a large serving platter. Top with the shredded pork, shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, diced red onion, sliced jalapenos, chopped fresh cilantro, sour cream, guacamole, and sliced black olives.
7. Serve the loaded pulled pork totchos immediately and enjoy!

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