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Ultimate Crispy Air Fryer Potato Wedges

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Make restaurant-style air fryer potato wedges that achieve a shatteringly crispy exterior and a fluffy interior. This easy, low-oil recipe is ready in about 30 minutes and makes a perfect side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large Russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Cut the potatoes into uniform wedges, about 1/2 inch thick.
  2. Place the cut wedges into a large bowl and cover completely with cold water. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This step removes excess starch, which is key for crispiness.
  3. Drain the potatoes completely and pat them very dry using paper towels or a clean kitchen cloth. Moisture prevents crisping.
  4. In the same bowl, toss the dry potato wedges with olive oil until lightly coated.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and oregano to create your seasoning blend.
  6. Sprinkle the seasoning blend over the oiled wedges and toss gently until evenly coated.
  7. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  8. Place the seasoned wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary to allow air circulation.
  9. Air fry for 15 to 20 minutes, shaking the basket vigorously halfway through the cooking time, until the wedges are golden brown and very crispy.
  10. Serve immediately as a healthy potato wedges side or snack.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, lightly spray the wedges with cooking spray just before the last 5 minutes of air frying.
  • If you prefer a Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges flavor, add 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese during the last 3 minutes of cooking.
  • Russet potatoes work best for achieving a fluffy inside, crispy outside texture.

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