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Crispy Potato Wedges

A wooden bowl filled with golden brown, crispy potato wedges, sprinkled with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
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Make extra-crispy potato wedges in your oven or air fryer that rival restaurant fries. This recipe includes tips for achieving maximum crispiness and delicious seasoning ideas.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) or your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). If using the oven, line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash the potatoes thoroughly. You can peel them or leave the skins on for extra texture.
  3. Cut each potato lengthwise into wedges about 1/2 inch thick. Aim for uniform size so they cook evenly.
  4. Soak the potato wedges in cold water for at least 30 minutes. This step is crucial for removing excess starch and achieving crispier wedges. Drain them completely and pat them very dry with paper towels.
  5. In a large bowl, toss the dried potato wedges with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder until evenly coated.
  6. If using Parmesan cheese, sprinkle it over the wedges and toss again.
  7. Arrange the wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet or in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary to ensure crispiness.
  8. Bake for 25-35 minutes in the oven, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. In the air fryer, cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes.
  9. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.

Notes

  • For oven baking, ensure good air circulation around the wedges. Using a wire rack set inside the baking sheet can help.
  • For air fryer, ensure you don’t overcrowd the basket.
  • Experiment with different seasonings like rosemary, chili powder, or smoked paprika.
  • Serve with ketchup, aioli, ranch dressing, or your preferred dipping sauce.

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