Crispy Parmesan Garlic Potato Wedges Recipe
These Crispy Parmesan Garlic Potato Wedges are a perfect combination of tender potatoes with a crunchy, golden crust, infused with garlic and Parmesan for rich, savory flavor. Baked to perfection, they make a delicious side dish or snack that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 1½ lbs baby potatoes or fingerling potatoes, halved lengthwise
Seasoning and Coating
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Extra grated Parmesan (optional, for sprinkling before serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for crisping the potato wedges.
- Prepare Seasoning Mix: In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful coating for the potatoes.
- Coat Potatoes: Toss the halved potatoes thoroughly in the butter and spice mixture so each wedge is evenly coated.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated potato wedges cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
- Bake: Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, until the cut sides are crispy and golden brown.
- Flip for Even Crispiness: For extra crispiness on all sides, flip the potato wedges and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, sprinkle fresh chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese on top, then serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Using baby or fingerling potatoes helps achieve an even crisp and tender interior.
- Flipping the wedges partway through baking ensures they are crispy on all sides.
- Parmesan adds a delicious umami flavor and helps with crisping; for a vegetarian option, make sure to use vegetarian-friendly Parmesan.
- These can be served with ketchup, garlic aioli, or your favorite dipping sauce.
- For a lower-fat option, reduce butter and olive oil quantities or substitute with cooking spray, but crispiness might be affected.
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