Crispy Air Fryer Potato Wedges
These air-fried potato wedges offer a crispy texture using minimal olive oil for a healthier option, featuring customizable seasonings like garlic powder and paprika. With easy preparation and versatility as a snack or side dish, this budget-friendly recipe is perfect for any occasion.
Prep time
15-20 min
Cook time
15-20 min
Calories
740
Servings
4
Why You’ll Love This Crispy Air Fryer Potato Wedges
Crispy Texture: These potato wedges are cooked in the air fryer, resulting in a wonderfully crispy exterior that will satisfy your craving for something crunchy.
Healthier Option: Unlike traditional deep-fried potato wedges, these are cooked with just a small amount of olive oil in the air fryer, significantly reducing the amount of oil used compared to deep frying. This makes them a healthier choice without sacrificing taste or texture.
Customizable Seasonings: The seasoning blend used in this recipe adds layers of flavor to the potato wedges, combining garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. However, feel free to customize the seasonings according to your taste preferences. You can make them spicy by adding cayenne pepper or smoky with some chipotle powder.
Easy Preparation: These potato wedges are easy to prepare with just a few simple steps. There’s no need to parboil the potatoes or spend time deep frying. Simply toss the wedges in seasoning, arrange them in the air fryer basket, and let the air fryer do the work.
Versatile Dish: These crispy potato wedges make a versatile dish that can be served as a snack, side dish, or party appetizer. They pair well with various dipping sauces such as ketchup, aioli, ranch dressing, or barbecue sauce, making them perfect for any occasion.
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How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Potato Wedges
Ingredients
4 medium-sized russet potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking spray (optional)
Instructions
Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
Prepare Potatoes: Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. You can peel them if desired, but leaving the skin on adds extra texture and nutrients. Cut each potato into wedges. Try to make them as uniform in size as possible so they cook evenly.
Season Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the potato wedges with olive oil until evenly coated. In a separate small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture over the potato wedges and toss until they are evenly coated with the spices.
Arrange in Air Fryer: Arrange the seasoned potato wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket. If needed, you can cook them in batches to avoid overcrowding, which can result in uneven cooking.
Air Fry: Cook the potato wedges in the preheated air fryer at 380°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even crispiness. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your potato wedges and the efficiency of your air fryer. They should be golden brown and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Serve: Once cooked, transfer the crispy potato wedges to a serving plate and serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ketchup, aioli, or sour cream mixed with chives.
Optional: If you want an extra crispy finish, you can lightly spray the potato wedges with cooking spray before air frying. This will help them achieve a more golden and crunchy exterior.
Equipment to make air fryer potato wedges
Tips and tricks for making Crispy Air Fryer Potato Wedges
Cut Potato Wedges Uniformly: Try to cut the potato wedges into uniform sizes to ensure they cook evenly. This will help prevent some from being undercooked while others are overly crispy.
Soak Potatoes: Soaking the potato wedges in cold water for about 30 minutes before cooking can help remove excess starch, resulting in crispier wedges.
Pat Dry: After soaking the potatoes, make sure to pat them dry with paper towels. Moisture on the surface can hinder crisping.
Use Cooking Spray: Lightly spray the basket of your air fryer with cooking spray before adding the potato wedges. This can help prevent sticking and promote even browning.
Don’t Overcrowd: Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. Leaving some space between the wedges allows for proper air circulation and ensures they cook evenly.
Shake or Flip: About halfway through the cooking time, shake the basket or flip the wedges to ensure they cook evenly on all sides.
Check for Doneness: Cooking times can vary depending on the air fryer model and the size of the potato wedges. Check for doneness by piercing a wedge with a fork – it should be tender on the inside and crispy on the outside.
Nutrition breakdown ( per serving )
Calories: 185
Fat: 7-9 g
Saturated Fat: 1-1.5 g
Carbohydrates: 25-30 g
Dietary Fiber: 3-4 g
Sugars: 1-2 g
Protein: 3-4 g
Sodium: 300-400 mg
*Keep in mind that these values are approximate and can vary based on factors such as ingredient brands and specific measurements used in the recipe. Additionally, if you adjust the serving size or make modifications to the recipe, the nutritional values may change accordingly.