Air Fryer Crispy Potato Wedges
Golden seasoned wedges, crisp outside and fluffy within.
Before You Start
Chunky, seasoned wedges are the ultimate easy side, and the air fryer nails them: crunchy, spiced skins and a soft, fluffy inside. A quick parboil is the trick that guarantees the centres cook through before the outsides catch.
Instructions
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Cut the potatoes into wedges. Parboil in salted water for 5 minutes, then drain and steam-dry for a couple of minutes.
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Toss the dried wedges with the oil, paprika, garlic powder, oregano and salt until coated.
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Preheat the air fryer to 200°C / 400°F. Arrange the wedges in a single layer, skin side down where you can.
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Air fry for 18 to 24 minutes, turning halfway, until deep golden and crisp.
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Season with a little more salt and serve with soured cream or garlic mayo.
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♨️ Air fryer notes
- Cook at 200°C / 400°F and preheat for 2 to 3 minutes for the crispiest result.
- Keep everything in a single layer with space around each piece. Overcrowding steams food instead of crisping it, so cook in batches if your basket is small.
- Shake or turn halfway, and check a few minutes early, since air fryers cook faster than ovens and every model runs slightly differently.
💡 Cook's tips
- The parboil softens the middle so the wedges go fluffy inside while the outside crisps.
- Let them steam-dry after draining. Dry surfaces crisp; wet ones steam.
🔀 Make it your own
- Add grated parmesan and parsley for the last 3 minutes.
- Toss with a pinch of cayenne for spicy wedges.
📦 Storing & reheating
Best fresh. Re-crisp leftovers at 190°C for 4 to 5 minutes.
❓ Frequently asked
Do I have to parboil the potatoes?
It is not essential, but it guarantees a fluffy centre and helps the wedges crisp. Skip it and just add a few minutes of cooking time.
What potatoes make the best wedges?
Floury varieties like Maris Piper or Russet go crisp outside and fluffy within. Waxy potatoes stay firmer and denser.
Adapting your own recipe? Use the oven to air fryer converter for temp and time, or the recipe scaler to halve or double this.
