Description
Delightful and crispy potato wedges that are perfect as a side dish or snack, featuring a crunchy coating and fluffy interior for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet Potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional)
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare your baking sheet.
- Wash and pat dry the russet potatoes.
- Cut the potatoes into uniform wedges, aiming for even sizes for even cooking.
- Optional but recommended: Soak the wedges in cold water for 30 minutes to an hour, then drain and dry again.
- In a large bowl, toss the wedges with olive oil, cornstarch, and your chosen spices until well coated.
- Spread the wedges on the baking sheet in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
For maximum crispiness, arrange the wedges cut-side down and avoid washing them after cutting. Ensure they are thoroughly dried before seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: potato wedges, crispy snack, comfort food, baking, side dish