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Crispy Potato Skin Wedges

Cooling the boiled potatoes firms the surface so the wedges crisp more effectively in the air fryer.

Crispy Potato Skin Wedges recipe
Prep10
Cook56
Total66
Servings6

Ingredients

  • 6 medium russet potatoes
  • 2 Tbsp canola oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Scrub the potatoes well.
  2. Boil them in salted water for about 40 minutes, until fork-tender.
  3. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes, until completely cool.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F.
  5. Stir together the oil, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
  6. Cut the cooled potatoes into quarters.
  7. Toss the wedges with the seasoned oil.
  8. Arrange them skin-side down in the air-fryer basket without crowding.
  9. Air fry for 14 to 16 minutes, until golden and crisp.

Gourmet Geek Tip

Cool potatoes completely. | Keep wedges evenly sized. | Do not crowd the basket.

Equipment

large pot • colander • mixing bowl • air fryer • tongs