Perfectly Crispy Broasted Potato Wedges for Home Cooks
Crispy Broasted Potato Wedges (Oven or Air Fryer) made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: Fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven or air fryer to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly.
- Cut the potatoes into wedges, roughly 1 inch wide.
- Place the potato wedges in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
- Add garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and herbs to the bowl.
- Toss the wedges until well coated with the oil and spices.
- Arrange the wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet (if using the oven) or in the air fryer basket.
- Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or air fry for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Check for doneness when they are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven or air fryer and let cool slightly before serving.