Crispy Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges

Crispy Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges

🥔 Ingredients (serves 3–4)

Potatoes

• 1 kg (about 2 lb) baby potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes

• Water (for boiling)

• 1 tsp salt (for boiling water)

Seasoning & Coating

• 3 tbsp olive oil (or melted butter for extra richness)

• 4 cloves garlic, finely minced

• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp paprika (for color)

• ½ tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning

• ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)

Cheesy Finish

• ½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese (very important: finely grated)

• 2 tbsp breadcrumbs (optional, but boosts crispiness)

Garnish

• Fresh parsley, finely chopped

• Extra parmesan (optional)

🔪 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the potatoes

• Wash and scrub potatoes well (keep the skin on).

• Cut each potato lengthwise into halves or thick wedges.

• Try to keep them similar in size so they cook evenly.

2. Parboil for fluffy centers (key step!)

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

• Add 1 tsp salt.

• Add potatoes and boil for 8–10 minutes until just fork-tender.

  • They should not fall apart.

• Drain immediately.

• Let them steam-dry in the colander for 5 minutes (this helps crisping).

3. Season the potatoes

• Preheat oven to 220°C / 425°F.

• Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

• Transfer potatoes to a large bowl.

• Add:

  • Olive oil

  • Garlic

  • Salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, chili flakes

• Toss gently until every wedge is coated.

4. Roast – first round

• Place potatoes cut-side down on the tray.

• Leave space between them (crowding = soggy).

• Roast for 20 minutes.

5. Add parmesan & crisp up

• Remove tray from oven.

• Flip potatoes.

• Sprinkle evenly with:

  • Parmesan cheese

  • Breadcrumbs (if using)

• Return to oven and roast another 15–20 minutes until:

  • Deep golden brown

  • Crispy edges

  • Cheese is melted and lightly toasted

6. Final touch

• Remove from oven.

• Sprinkle with fresh parsley.

• Add extra parmesan if you love cheese (who doesn’t).

🍽 Serving Ideas

• Serve with:

  • Garlic aioli

  • Sour cream

  • Ranch

  • Spicy mayo

• Perfect side for:

  • Grilled chicken

  • Steak

  • Burgers

  • Or just eaten straight from the tray 😄

🔥 Pro Tips for EXTRA Crispiness

• Use parchment, not foil

• Finely grated parmesan melts better than shredded

• Don’t skip parboiling

• Roast on the middle-upper oven rack