Description
These air fryer potato wedges are thick-cut, seasoned perfection, delivering a superior crunch with significantly less oil than deep-fried alternatives. By utilizing rapid hot air circulation, each wedge achieves a crispy golden exterior while remaining soft and fluffy on the inside. This simple recipe uses high-starch Russet potatoes and a savory spice blend, resulting in a hearty, preservative-free snack that is far superior to frozen options. It is an easy, crowd-pleasing side dish that brings a restaurant-quality texture directly to your home kitchen.
Ingredients
4 large Russet potatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp sea salt
0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Scrub the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt.
Slice each potato into eight uniform wedges using a sharp knife.
Soak the wedges in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
Dry the potatoes completely using paper towels to ensure maximum crispness.
Toss the dried wedges in a large bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for three minutes.
Arrange the wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding.
Cook for 20 minutes, flipping the wedges halfway through for uniform browning.
Notes
Always dry your potatoes thoroughly after soaking to ensure they crisp rather than steam. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary for the best results.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg