Crispy Baked Potato Wedges

Enjoy the perfect blend of crispy exterior and fluffy interior with these Crispy Baked Potato Wedges. Coated in a flavorful mix of olive oil, garlic, and spices, these wedges are baked to golden perfection. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a delightful appetizer or side dish.

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Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Baked Potato Wedges, Crispy Baked Potato Wedges, Potato Wedges Recipe

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 35

Total Time: 45

Servings:

Ingredients

4 medium Russet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into wedges
¼ cup olive oil
1 tsp onion powder
1½ tsp garlic powder
¾ tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp sea salt
½ tsp pepper
⅓ cup parmesan cheese finely grated
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

For serving

Grated Parmesan cheese, optional, for sprinkling
Tartar Sauce, ketchup, and/or mustard, for dipping

Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425˚F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy clean-up.
Prepare the potatoes: Cut each potato into wedges and soak them in water for 10 minutes. Then, drain and pat them dry.
Coat the potatoes: Place the potato wedges in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
Season the potatoes: In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle this mixture over the potato wedges and toss until evenly coated.
Bake the wedges: Arrange the potato wedges on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 30 minutes, then flip the wedges and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes or until deeply golden and crispy.
Optional broiling: For extra crispiness, you can broil the wedges for 2-4 minutes until they reach your desired brown color.
Serve: Sprinkle the potato wedges with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot with tartar sauce, ketchup, or mustard for dipping.

Notes

PRO TIPS:

Soak Before You Bake: Soaking the potato wedges in water for 10 minutes before baking helps remove excess starch, resulting in crispier wedges.
Even Coating is Key: Ensure each potato wedge is evenly coated with the olive oil and seasoning mixture for consistent flavor and crispiness.
Space Them Out: Arrange the potato wedges in a single layer on the baking sheet, giving them plenty of space to crisp up without overcrowding.