Brilliant air fryer potato wedges: 28-minute smash
Make perfectly crispy, fluffy potato wedges every time using your air fryer. This simple recipe requires minimal oil and delivers maximum crunch for a healthier, quick side dish or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish/Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dry the potatoes completely. Do not peel them.
- Cut the potatoes into even wedge shapes, about 1/2 inch thick.
- In a large bowl, toss the wedges with olive oil until lightly coated.
- In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sprinkle the spice mixture over the wedges and toss again until all wedges are evenly seasoned.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Place the seasoned wedges in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry for 15 to 18 minutes, shaking the basket vigorously halfway through the cooking time.
- Check for desired crispness. If they need more color or crunch, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure your potatoes are completely dry before tossing with oil; moisture prevents crisping.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; this steams the potatoes instead of crisping them.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning blend.
- These wedges pair wonderfully with burgers or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
