Air Fryer Potato Wedges (Print Version)

Golden, crispy potato wedges served with a creamy spring onion dip—easy and flavorful snack or side.

# Components:

→ Potato Wedges

01 - 1.76 lb russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed and cut into wedges
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
06 - 1 teaspoon salt
07 - 1 tablespoon corn starch

→ Spring Onion Dip

08 - 5.29 oz sour cream
09 - 3.53 oz Greek yogurt
10 - 3 spring onions, finely sliced
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
13 - 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
14 - 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder

# Directions:

01 - Preheat air fryer to 390°F for 3 minutes.
02 - In a large bowl, toss potato wedges with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and corn starch until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange the wedges in the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if necessary.
04 - Air fry for 20 to 25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking, until golden and crispy.
05 - While potatoes cook, combine sour cream, Greek yogurt, spring onions, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a medium bowl, mixing until smooth. Refrigerate until serving.
06 - Serve hot potato wedges with spring onion dip on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy: Ready in just 40 minutes with minimal prep.
  • Healthier than deep frying: Uses only 2 tablespoons of olive oil for the entire batch.
  • Crispy perfection: The air fryer delivers golden, crunchy edges every single time.
  • Crowd-pleasing dip: The spring onion dip is creamy, tangy, and incredibly easy to make.
  • Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian: Suitable for a wide range of dietary needs.
  • Versatile: Works as a snack, appetizer, or side dish alongside your favourite mains.
02 -
  • Single layer is key: Always arrange wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket to ensure even crisping. Cook in batches if necessary.
  • Shake halfway through: Shaking the basket at the midpoint ensures all sides develop an even golden crust.
  • Cornstarch boost: Adding 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to the coating is optional but makes a noticeable difference in crispiness.
  • Chill the dip: Make the spring onion dip ahead of time and refrigerate it—the flavours meld beautifully with a little resting time.
  • Herb finish: A sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley or chives over the finished wedges adds colour and extra freshness.
  • Check your labels: To keep this recipe fully gluten-free, always verify that all packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.
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