Description
These Crispy Red Potato Wedges are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish featuring perfectly seasoned and oven-baked red potatoes. Coated with olive oil and a flavorful blend of paprika, garlic, and onion powder, these wedges come out golden, crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside. Ideal for pairing with your favorite main courses or enjoying as a snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 lbs red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into even wedges
Seasoning & Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C), or 450°F if you are not using a convection setting, to ensure a hot environment for crisping the wedges.
- Prepare Potatoes: Cut the scrubbed red potatoes into even wedges to promote uniform cooking throughout.
- Dry Potatoes: Pat the potato wedges dry with a clean towel to remove any excess surface moisture, which helps in achieving crispiness during baking.
- Season Wedges: Toss the dried wedges in olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned wedges out on a parchment-lined or lightly oiled baking sheet in a single layer to allow even exposure to heat.
- Bake and Flip: Bake the wedges for 20 minutes, then carefully flip each wedge and continue baking for an additional 20 to 25 minutes until they turn golden brown and are crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Remove the potato wedges from the oven, optionally garnish with fresh parsley for added color and flavor, and serve them hot as a perfect side dish or snack.
Notes
- Be sure to cut the potato wedges evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Patting the wedges dry before seasoning is key to getting a crispy exterior.
- Use convection if available for a crisper texture; adjust temperature accordingly.
- For extra flavor, garnish with fresh herbs such as parsley or rosemary when serving.
- Adjust salt and spices to suit your taste preferences.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to retain crispness rather than microwaving.
