Air fryer potato wedges is a very easy potato appetizer recipe. Potato lovers like me will surely love this easy potato recipe made in an air fryer. These air fried potato wedges are so delicious, you will love to have them more and often. They are crispy, crusty on the outside and soft and yummy inside. Plus, it gets ready in few minutes and uses very less oil – thanks to my air fryer. Get step by step pictures and video. Want thin, chip-like rounds instead? Try my air fryer potato slices.
You can easily make these potato wedges in air fryer with ingredients easily available in the pantry. You can even experiment with the seasonings. The potato wedges can be served as a side dish with any meal of your choice. They are also an easy party snack which will quickly get ready inside the air fryer basket even at the last minute and you can serve them hot in the spot.
Apart from this, you can even replace fresh potato wedges to frozen potato wedges and follow the same instructions. You can air fry at 200C for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Other air fryer recipes to try:
- Air fryer shrimp
- Air fryer mushrooms
- Chicken breast in air fryer
- Air fryer okra fries
- Air fryer potato coins
Ingredients used for making crispy air fryer potato wedges:
- Potato: Use firm, fresh potatoes to make these crispy fried potato wedges.
- Seasoning: I have used black pepper powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, grated parmesan, and salt. The quantity of seasonings can be altered slightly as per taste.
- Oil: Olive oil is used in this recipe.
- Garnish: For garnish I have used parsley. You can also add a slice of lemon for garnish.
Step by step instructions to make the best air fryer potato wedges:
- Wash the potatoes and peel them. You may even retain the peel as it has lots of nutrition, but I decided to peel the potato.
- Cut the potatoes lengthwise into half and then cut them into wedges.
- Soak them in water for 20 minutes. This removes the starch and helps make the fries crispy. Pat dry using paper towel after soaking and before adding the seasoning.
- In a mixing bowl, add the potato wedges, garlic powder, black pepper powder, parsley, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, olive oil and toss well.
- Spray the air fryer with oil or coat the base of air fryer basket with little olive oil.
- Place the potato wedges in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 20 minutes at 200C or 392 F.
- After every 5 minutes, open the air fryer basket, shake it, and spread evenly.
- Serve hot with ketchup or red chili sauce or any sauce that you like.
Notes to keep in mind while making potato recipe in air fryer:
- Cooking time will depend on the thickness of the potato wedges.
- You can air fry till crisp and brown.
- Try not to overcrowd the basket.
Other potato recipes:
- Oven baked potato wedges
- Honey chili potato
- Pan fried potato with semolina
- Easy Potato Curry
- Cold pasta salad with potato
- Sesame potato toast
- Stir fried baby potato
FAQs
1. Do I need to soak potato wedges before air frying?
Soaking is optional but helps. A 20–30 minute soak in cold water draws out surface starch, which gives crisper edges and stops the wedges from sticking together. Always pat them completely dry before adding oil.
2. How long do you cook potato wedges in the air fryer?
At 200°C (392°F), about 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway. Thicker wedges may need 3–5 extra minutes.
3. Do I need to preheat the air fryer?
Preheating for 3–5 minutes gives a crisper crust right from the start. If yours has no preheat setting, add an extra 2 minutes.
4. How do I make air fryer potato wedges crispy?
Soak and dry them well, use just enough oil to coat, and cook in a single layer without crowding. Add the parmesan in the last 5 minutes so it doesn’t burn.
5. Should I peel the potatoes?
No. The skin crisps up nicely and adds texture. Scrub the potatoes well before cutting.
6. What are the best potatoes for wedges?
Russet or Yukon Gold in the US, or any starchy medium potato elsewhere. They turn fluffy inside and crisp outside.
7. Can I make these without parmesan?
Yes. Skip it for a vegan version, or use nutritional yeast. The garlic, pepper and Italian seasoning still give plenty of flavor.
8. How many wedges fit in the air fryer?
Keep them in a single layer. For 3–4 potatoes, cook in two batches in a small basket.
9. Can I reheat leftover wedges?
Yes. Air fry at 180°C (356°F) for 3–4 minutes to bring back the crunch. Don’t microwave them, as they’ll go soft.
10. What’s the difference between potato wedges and potato slices?
Wedges are thick, fluffy and parmesan-herb seasoned, about 20 minutes. Air fryer potato slices are thinner and crisper with a paprika and chili spice mix, about 25 minutes. Choose wedges for a dip-friendly side, slices for a snack.
Air Fryer Potato Wedge Variations
You can bake a whole potato in an air fryer; you can even chop into cubes or slice and fry them. For the air fried potato wedges, you can try different seasoning like adding 1 teaspoon paprika or Cajun seasoning. You can also try adding a teaspoon of oregano.
Air Fryer Potato Wedges
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 3-4 medium sized potatoes
- 2 teaspoon black pepper powder or as per taste
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoon Parmesan grated
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt or as per taste
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes and peel them. You may even retain the peel as it has lots of nutrition, but I decided to peel the potato.
- Cut the potatoes lengthwise into half and then cut them into wedges.
- Soak them in water for 20 minutes. This removes the starch and helps make the fries crispy. Pat dry using paper towel after soaking and before adding the seasoning.
- In a mixing bowl, add the potato wedges, garlic powder, black pepper powder, parsley, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, olive oil and toss well.
- Spray the air fryer with oil or coat the base of air fryer basket with little olive oil.
- Place the potato wedges in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 20 minutes at 200C or 392 F.
- After every 5 minutes, open the air fryer basket, shake it, and spread evenly.
- Serve hot with ketchup or red chili sauce or any sauce that you like.
Video
Notes
- Cooking time will depend on the thickness of the potato wedges.
- You can air fry till crisp and brown.
- Try not to overcrowd the basket.
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Everyone couldnt get enough of these wedges. They are so easy I can even get the kids to make them.
yes, even the kids can make them easily 🙂
I just bought a bag of frozen wedges that look almost exactly like yours…with the intent on air frying them. But I think your recipe is delicious and worth a try. Maybe it will replace my favourite frozen wedges.
they turn super, try them 🙂
These easy-to-make air fryer potato wedges are the perfect side dish or appetizer. The spices on them are so good.
yes, it’s really good
Delicious snack and healthy cooking. Bursting with all Herbs and flavors.
Thanks
I’ve been obsessed with my air-fryer lately and these wedges turned out amazing! Soaking them in water beforehand really helped them crisp up. Highly recommend trying this recipe!
Yes soaking wedges in water should not be missed
Wow! Another recipe for our reliable Air Fryer, this potato wedges look perfectly cooked and that makes it so yummy. Perfect snack while enjoying our favorite movies.
thanks
We just got an air fryer and your potato wedges were our first recipe. They came out great! I love how flavorful they came out. Thanks for the great recipe.
that’s awesome
First, I love your blog! I have made some really great recipes of yours. Secondly, wow, these Air fryer potato wedges were delicious and so easy to make. The entire family enjoyed the Air fryer potato wedges! Have a great day!
thanks 🙂
I have an air fryer that is just sitting in my kitchen waiting to be used and this recipe would be perfect to change that! These look super crispy and delicious and I can’t wait to make them. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
thanks
Great recipe. I made these potatoes last night in my new air fryer. We loved them. This recipe is definitely a keeper. Thanks