Baked Potato Wedges with Air Fry & Pan Fried Options—Vegan, Gluten-Free

This crispy baked potato wedges recipe can be made in an air fryer, the oven, or a pan. Perfect as a side dish, appetizer, gut-healthy meal.

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I love homemade potato recipes so much that I make them every which way ever devised, from loaded potato soups and oven baked fries to these crispy golden potato wedges.

They’re not only delicious, they rock with tons of different foods, and on top of that, they’re super nutritious. Add parsley, rosemary, basil, chives, and for the healthiest ever—think purples and reds.

One report notes that “Within hours of eating a large purple potato, you get a nice 60 percent bump in the antioxidant power of your bloodstream, and this translates into less free radical DNA damage. If you compare the antioxidant activity of white potatoes, yellow potatoes, and purple potatoes, Yukon gold has about twice the antioxidant power as white, but purple has twenty times the antioxidants. . . . A half of a purple potato has about the same polyphenol antioxidant complement as a half cup of blueberries.”

That being said, potato wedges are a favorite. This recipe covers air frying, for a lighter, lower-oil option, oven baked, and pan fried for that traditional crisp.

But whatever way you choose, these wedges are packed with flavor and unsurprisingly yummy. 😋 🥔

Baked Potato Wedges Recipe

I’ll start by mentioning that if you want the most nutritious wedges ever—go organic, unpeeled, and twice-baked. Studies show that cooled baked potatoes in their peels boast higher levels of prebiotic resistant starch.

Eating the peels also increases nutrients like dietary fiber and potassium.

Let’s start with the baked version (full recipe below):

Equipment

• Baking pan. (for baked)
• Air fryer (for air fried)
• Large skillet (for pan-fried)
• Colander.
• Flatware/cutlery.
• Cutting board.
• Knife set.
• Spatula.
• basting brush
• Tongs.
• Parchment paper.
• Apron.
• Food storage container.
• Appetizer platter (optional)
• Cutting board.
• Crockery.
• Kitchen cloth.
• Oven mitts.

Baked Potato Wedges

Even though it’s fairly easy to manually chop potatoes, folks who eat a ton of them sometimes get a Fry Cutter. It does the heavy lifting for massive batches.

Ingredients

• 5 med/large potatoes.
• 2 tbsp olive oil.
• 2 tbsp vegan butter.
• 1/2 cup onion.
• 1/4 cup parsley
• 1 tbsp chives.
• 1 tsp garlic.
• 1 tsp pink salt,
• 1 tsp black pepper.
• 1 tsp grains of paradise
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
• 1/4 cup Vegan sour cream.

Instructions

• For baked potato wedges, preheat oven to 375.
• Wash, rinse, pat dry, and cut unpeeled potatoes into wedges.
• Spread evenly on a large parchment-paper lined baking pan.
• Baste generously with the following combined: olive oil, melted vegan butter, all the herbs and spices. (I combine them in a saucepan).
• Bake for 45 minutes to an hour until tender. (If they’re twice baked, 15-20 minutes.)
• Sprinkle with nutritional yeast, fresh cut garlic (raw uncooked), salt and pepper to taste, optional sour cream and chives.
• Serve with dips and entrees of choice.

Pan-Fried Potato Wedges  

Ingredients

• 5 med/large potatoes.
• 2 tbsp olive oil.
• 2 tbsp vegan butter.
• 1/2 cup onion.
• 1/4 cup parsley
• 1 tbsp chives.
• 1 tsp garlic.
• 1 tsp pink salt,
• 1 tsp black pepper.
• 1 tsp grains of paradise
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
• 1/4 cup Vegan sour cream.

Instructions

• For pan-fried potato wedges, follow the instructions above but remove wedges from the oven about 10 minutes early.
• Drop them well-spaced into a preheated skillet with a smooth layer of olive oil and fry over medium heat until golden and crispy.
• You can also fry them raw without pre-baking, but it will take 20 to 30 minutes longer and add herbs and seasonings at the end.

Air Fry Potato Wedges

For oil-free wedges just follow the baked recipe, but omit the oil in the baste. You can use simple dry herbs or mix them with the baste sans oil.

You can also use an Air Fryer for lower calorie wedges.

One of the dips I use for this recipe is vegan Ranch dressing. Others include salsa, guacamole, hummus, pesto, and baba ganoush.

They’re also tasty just plain with Himalayan pink salt, coarse black pepper, and nutritional yeast. 

 Not to mention organic squeezed lemon, grains of paradise, garlic, rosemary, and Italian herbs.

And for a super easy potato dip—a blend of ketchup and vegan mayo. 😋

Tips for Epic Potato Wedges

1. Choose Organic Potatoes Whenever Possible
   Potatoes are one of the most heavily sprayed crops. If you plan to leave the skins on (which adds fiber and nutrients), organic is the best choice.
2. Keep the Skins On
   The peel contains a good portion of the fiber, potassium, and antioxidants. Scrub well and leave them on for a more wholesome wedge.
3. Use a Mix of Potato Varieties
   Try combining Yukon Golds for their creamy texture with purple potatoes for their beautiful color and extra antioxidants (like anthocyanins).
4. Buy Locally Grown Potatoes
   Support your local farmers and reduce your food’s environmental footprint by shopping at a nearby farmers market or produce stand.
5. Twice-Bake for Extra Crispness Without Deep Frying
   Par-bake the wedges first (or steam them briefly), then finish in the air fryer or hot oven to get that perfect crispy edge with minimal oil.
6. Use Healthy Fats in Moderation
   Toss your wedges in heart-healthy oils like olive oil or avocado oil—just enough to help them crisp and hold seasoning.
7. Season Smart
   Boost flavor and nutrition with spices like paprika, garlic powder, turmeric, and black pepper. These add antioxidants and cut down on the need for excess salt.
8. Opt for Baked & Air Frying When Possible
   Air frying and baked uses significantly less oil than pan, or deep-frying, while still delivering a satisfying crunch.
9. Bake on a Wire Rack for Even Crisping
   If baking in the oven, place wedges on a wire rack over your baking tray to help hot air circulate and avoid soggy bottoms.
10. Serve with Nutritious Dips
    Skip sugary sauces and pair with healthy homemade dips for more nutrients.

Enjoy! 😋 🥔

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