In a microwave safe bowl, add the shredded potato and microwave for 2½ minutes, until softened and heated through. Remove from microwave.
Add all the spices, the grated cheese and chopped green onions. Using your hands, combine the mixture well, lightly squeezing it in your hands.
Heat the canola oil in a shallow frying pan to 350F.
While the oil is heating, gently form the tater tots into cylinders approximately ¾” thick and 1” long.
Once formed, fry the tater tots for 1 minute, gently tossing after 30 seconds, or until golden and crisp. Remove from oil and allow to rest on paper towel or a resting rack to remove excess oil. Serve warm.