Print

Ultimate Crispy Air Fryer Potato Wedges

A close-up of perfectly crispy, seasoned air fryer potato wedges piled high on a white plate.
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

You want potato wedges that are perfectly crispy on the outside and wonderfully fluffy inside? This easy air fryer potato wedges recipe delivers restaurant-style results using simple ingredients. It is a healthy potato fries alternative ready in minutes, making it the best air fryer potato recipe for a quick side dish or snack.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 large Russet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Wash the potatoes well. You do not need to peel them. Cut each potato lengthwise into 8 even wedges.
  2. Place the potato wedges in a large bowl and cover them completely with cold water. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This step removes excess starch, which helps them get crispy.
  3. Drain the water completely and pat the potato wedges very dry using paper towels or a clean kitchen cloth. This is a crucial step for crispness.
  4. In the same bowl, toss the dry wedges with olive oil until lightly coated.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.
  6. Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the oiled wedges and toss gently until every wedge is evenly coated.
  7. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
  8. Place the seasoned wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding; this ensures proper air circulation for maximum crispness.
  9. Air fry for 16 to 20 minutes, shaking the basket vigorously halfway through (around the 8-minute mark).
  10. Check for doneness. The wedges should be deep golden brown and crispy on the outside. If they are not crispy enough, cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  11. Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately. Give yourself some kitchen kudos for making these perfect air fryer potato wedges!

Notes

  • For extra crispy potato wedges, you can lightly spray the wedges with cooking spray just before the final 5 minutes of cooking.
  • If you want Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges Air Fryer style, toss the cooked wedges with 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese immediately after removing them from the air fryer.
  • If you are short on time, you can skip the soaking step, but the texture might be slightly less fluffy inside.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://kitchnkudos.com/air-fryer-potato-wedges-crispy-fluffy/