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Crispy Baked Potato Wedges

Oven-baked potato wedges with extra crispiness
Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 5 –6 Russet potatoes
  • ¼ cup melted butter or oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons chili flakes or chili sauce optional
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Fresh thyme and rosemary finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  • Wash the potatoes thoroughly using a brush. Do not peel.
  • Cut the potatoes into wedges and transfer them to a bowl of cold water. Rinse well to remove excess starch.
  • Add fresh cold or ice water and soak for at least 30 minutes.
  • Drain, rinse again, and pat the potatoes completely dry.
  • Add butter or oil, salt, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, chili flakes, cornstarch, and herbs. Toss until evenly coated.
  • Arrange the wedges in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 30–40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  • Garnish with remaining herbs and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve with garlic sauce, ketchup, or yogurt dip