Crispy Air Fryer Potato Wedges
Crispy air fryer potato wedges are a delicious side dish for anything that pairs well with thick french fries or roasted potatoes. With a crisp, crunchy exterior and a pillowy interior, this recipe creates a restaurant style wedge right at home.
Servings: 4
Calories: 264kcal
Ingredients
- 4 medium russet potatoes washed & scrubbed
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- pinch cayenne pepper optional
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Cut your potatoes into wedges, then add them to a large mixing bowl.
- Add cold water to the bowl, just until the potatoes are covered. Add 2 cups of ice to the bowl, then let the potatoes sit/soak for 30 minutes. Drain the potatoes and pat them completely dry with paper towels.
- Transfer the potato wedges to a large, dry mixing bowl. Drizzle the olive oil evenly out over them and gently toss to coat. Sprinkle the seasonings out over the potatoes, and again toss just until evenly coated.
- Spray the basket of a large air fryer with nonstick cooking spray. Add the potatoes in a single layer- but don't overcrowd.
- Air fry the potato wedges at 400° for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Serve the crisped potato wedges warm with your favorite dipping options.
Notes
- Depending on the size of your air fryer basket, you may need to cook in two batches. You want a single layer and no overlapping fries.
- We like to serve our potato wedges with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese, dried parsley, and dried oregano.
- If you don't want the wedges to have a kick at all, omit the cayenne.
Nutrition
Calories: 264kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 593mg | Potassium: 908mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg