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Crispy Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges

Russet potato wedges soaked, tossed with garlic, spices, cornstarch and Parmesan, then baked or air fried until deeply golden and crisp. A crowd-pleasing side or snack with your favorite dip.

  • 80 min (40 prep · 40 cook)
  • 4 servings
  • $
  • easy
  • American
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Ingredients

Wedges

Finishing

Equipment: air fryer, baking sheet, parchment paper

Method

  1. Prep the potatoes
  2. 1

    Scrub the potatoes well and cut each into 8 wedges.Scrub the 4 large potatoes well and cut each into 8 wedges.

  3. 2

    Soak the wedges in cold water for 20–30 minutes to remove excess starch, then drain and dry thoroughly.

  4. Season
  5. 3

    In a large bowl, toss the wedges with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and cornstarch until evenly coated.In a large bowl, toss the wedges with 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp garlic powder and 2 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.

  6. 4

    Add the Parmesan last and toss lightly.Add the 1/2 cup Parmesan last and toss lightly.

  7. Cook
  8. 5

    Oven: preheat to 425°F (220°C), arrange wedges skin-side down on a parchment-lined tray and bake 35–45 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and fork-tender; broil 2–3 minutes at the end for extra crispiness.

  9. 6

    Air fryer alternative: cook in a single layer at 400°F (205°C) for 18–22 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, until crisp and golden.

  10. Finish
  11. 7

    Sprinkle with extra Parmesan, chopped parsley and a little flaky salt, and serve hot with dipping sauce.Sprinkle with extra Parmesan, 2 tbsp chopped parsley and a little flaky salt, and serve hot with dipping sauce.

Tips

  • Dry the soaked wedges thoroughly; leftover water prevents them from crisping.
  • Add the Parmesan last so it clings without clumping.
  • Don't crowd the tray or air fryer basket, or the wedges will steam instead of crisp; cook in batches if needed.
  • Ketchup works fine as a dip alongside ranch, garlic aioli or spicy mayo.
  • The parsley amount wasn't specified; about 2 tbsp chopped is assumed.

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