Description
These crispy and flavorful potato wedges are baked to perfection with a simple blend of garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, and olive oil. Perfect as a side dish or snack, they come out tender inside and golden on the outside. Optionally topped with vegan parmesan for added flavor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced or 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Optional: grated vegan parmesan, such as Violife brand
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a large baking pan with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Potatoes: Scrub the potatoes clean under running water. On a cutting board, slice each potato in half lengthwise. Then cut each half into thirds or fourths lengthwise at an angle, depending on the potato size, to create wedge shapes.
- Season Potatoes: Place the sliced potato wedges and all remaining ingredients—olive oil, minced garlic (or garlic powder), onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt—into a large resealable bag or bowl. Seal the bag and shake well to coat all wedges evenly with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated potato wedges evenly in a single layer over the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they have space to crisp up.
- Bake: Bake the wedges in the oven for 35 minutes, flipping them once halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning and crispiness.
- Check & Serve: When the wedges are golden brown on the outside and easily pierced with a fork, they are done. Remove from the oven and optionally sprinkle with grated vegan parmesan. Serve warm with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, soak the potato wedges in cold water for 30 minutes before seasoning and drying them thoroughly.
- You can substitute garlic powder if you don't have fresh garlic on hand.
- To make this recipe in an air fryer, cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 20 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- If you prefer, you can add other spices like cayenne pepper or dried herbs for a different flavor profile.
- Use russet potatoes for the best texture and crispiness in baked wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 137 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 394 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
