These golden-brown Air Fryer Potato Wedges deliver the perfect crispy exterior and fluffy interior in just 35 minutes. A healthier alternative to deep-fried potatoes, this recipe lets you enjoy restaurant-style wedges with only 131 calories per serving.
Skip the oil-splattered stovetop and let your air fryer work its magic for an irresistibly crunchy side dish that pairs beautifully with any meal.
Ingredients For Air Fryer Potato Wedges
- Russet Potatoes: 2-3 medium sized, select firm potatoes for best results
- Olive Oil: 1½ tablespoons, helps achieve golden-brown exterior
- Kosher Salt: 1 teaspoon, enhances overall flavor
- Black Pepper: ¼ teaspoon, adds subtle heat
- Smoked Paprika: ¼ teaspoon, brings wonderful smoky flavor
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preparation: Cut each potato into 6-8 even wedges and soak in cold water for 15 minutes to remove excess starch
- Drying Process: Transfer wedges to paper towel-lined baking sheet and pat completely dry for ultimate crispiness
- Seasoning: Place dried wedges in clean bowl, drizzle with olive oil and toss until coated. Add seasonings and mix well
- Air Frying: Arrange wedges in single layer in air fryer basket and cook at 400°F (204°C) for 15 minutes
- Final Touches: Halfway through cooking, shake basket or flip wedges with tongs for even browning
- Service: Cook remaining batches if needed, then serve while hot and crispy
Why Soak the Potatoes?
Soaking potato wedges in cold water for 15 minutes is a game-changing step! This simple trick pulls out extra starch, giving you amazingly crispy wedges. Just remember to dry them really well afterward – those paper towels are your best friends here. The drier your potatoes, the crispier they’ll get in the air fryer!
Make Them Your Own
While this recipe keeps things simple with paprika, salt, and pepper, you can play around with different seasonings:
- Add garlic powder and onion powder for extra savory flavor
- Sprinkle on some cayenne pepper or chili powder for heat
- Try ranch seasoning mix for a crowd-pleasing twist
- Add some grated parmesan cheese in the last 2 minutes of cooking
Perfect Pairings
These crispy wedges are fantastic with:
- Your favorite dipping sauce (ranch, ketchup, or honey mustard)
- Next to a juicy burger
- Alongside grilled chicken or fish
- As a fun appetizer for game day Don’t forget a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top for a pop of color!
Storage Tips
While these wedges are best fresh from the air fryer, you can keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. To reheat, pop them back in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes. They’ll crisp right back up! Just avoid microwaving them – they’ll turn soggy.
Air Fryer Potato Wedges
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Large Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Paper Towels
Ingredients
- 2-3 Medium Russet Potatoes scrubbed clean
- 1 1/2 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/4 tsp Smoked Paprika
Instructions
- Cut potatoes into 6 to 8 wedges each and place them in a large bowl. Cover with cold water and soak for 15 minutes.
- Transfer to a baking sheet lined with paper towels and blot dry.
- Return to a dry bowl. Drizzle potato wedges with olive oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika and toss again to coat evenly.
- Place wedges in a single layer in the basket and cook at 400F/204C for 15 minutes.
- Halfway through, shake the basket or flip the wedges with tongs. Repeat with remaining wedges, then serve.
