Crispy Air Fryer Potato Wedges (Printer-friendly)
Golden, crispy potato wedges with fluffy centers. Quick, healthier, and perfectly seasoned.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 4 medium russet potatoes
→ Oils & Fats
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Spices
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon paprika
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnishes (optional)
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
# Directions:
01 - Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. Cut each potato into 8 wedges, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
02 - Place potato wedges in a large bowl. Add olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss vigorously until all wedges are evenly coated with seasoning.
03 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes before cooking.
04 - Arrange seasoned potato wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
05 - Air fry for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking time. Cook until wedges are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
06 - Serve immediately while hot. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You get that restaurant style crunch without the guilt of deep frying or the wait of heating up your oven
- The seasoning becomes almost caramelized on the edges, creating little crispy bits that make you fight over the last wedge
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- Soaking the cut wedges in cold water for 30 minutes removes excess starch and makes them noticeably crispier
- Shaking the basket at the halfway point is non negotiable unless you enjoy unevenly cooked potatoes
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- Do not overcrowd the basket or you will end up with steamed potatoes instead of crispy ones
- Letting the wedges sit in the bowl with spices for 10 minutes before cooking intensifies the flavor