Vegetarian Air Fryer Air Fryer Vegetables

Garlic Paprika Potato Wedges

Name: Garlic Paprika Potato Wedges
Total time: 24 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 700 g potatoes, cut into wedges; 1.5 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1 tbsp cornstarch; salt; chopped parsley to serve

Crisp air fryer wedges with paprika, garlic and parsley, built from pantry staples.

Prep time

24 min

Servings

Calories

280 kcal

Ingredients

700 g potatoes, cut into wedges 1.5 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp smoked paprika 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1 tbsp cornstarch salt chopped parsley to serve

↔ Ingredient Swap

Cornstarch Potato starch (same amount, similar crispness)

Instructions

Rinse and dry

Rinse the potato wedges and dry them very well with a towel.

Coat

Mix with cornstarch, oil, paprika, garlic powder and salt.

Air fry

Cook 18 to 22 minutes at 200°C, shaking every 7 minutes.

Serve

Finish with parsley and serve hot with yogurt dip if you like.

Quick read

Garlic Paprika Potato Wedges is designed for the air fryer: short cooking time, direct heat and a crisp finish without extra oil.
Keep the basket in a mostly single layer so hot air can move around every piece.
Use the listed time as a guide, but trust the visual cue first: browned edges, a set center, or glossy vegetables.
Let the food rest for 1 to 2 minutes before serving so the texture settles.

Why it works

Crisp air fryer wedges with paprika, garlic and parsley, built from pantry staples. Vegetarian and air fryer heat make this a compact recipe with strong texture and clear flavor.

For beginners

Read the whole method once before starting and line up the ingredients in order. If something browns too quickly, lower the temperature or shake earlier instead of extending the total time blindly.

Common mistakes and fixes

A crowded basket traps steam and softens the surface. Cook in two batches if needed.
Wet ingredients do not brown well. Pat proteins or vegetables dry before seasoning.
Uneven cuts cook unevenly. Keep pieces close in size.

Serving and storage

Serve straight away for the best contrast between crisp edges and a tender center. Leftovers keep up to 2 days in a sealed container and reheat best with a short air fryer refresh.

Kitchen note

Same amount, similar crispness.