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Crispy Potato Wedges

A pile of golden brown crispy potato wedges, sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
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Make incredibly crispy potato wedges in your oven or air fryer that are better than restaurant fries. This recipe includes tips for soaking and spacing potatoes, high-heat cooking, and delicious seasoning options.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Wash the potatoes thoroughly. Cut each potato into 8 wedges.
  2. Soak the potato wedges in cold water for at least 30 minutes. This removes excess starch, which helps them crisp up.
  3. Drain the wedges and pat them completely dry with paper towels. This is a crucial step for crispiness.
  4. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) or your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  5. In a large bowl, toss the dried potato wedges with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
  6. For oven baking: Spread the wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Bake for 25-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  7. For air frying: Place the wedges in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  8. If using, toss the hot wedges with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley immediately after cooking.
  9. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.

Notes

  • For extra crispy wedges, ensure you pat the potatoes very dry after soaking.
  • Do not overcrowd the baking sheet or air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
  • Consider serving with a variety of dipping sauces like ketchup, aioli, or ranch.
  • These wedges make a great side dish or a crowd-pleasing game day snack.

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