Cajun Crispy Potato Wedges (Easy Oven Fries)

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Cajun Crispy Potato Wedges (Easy Oven Fries)

These easy Cajun-seasoned crispy potato wedges are classic comfort food. Budget friendly, pantry to plate in 45 minutes or less!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 35

Course Side Dish, Small Bites & Snacks

Cuisine American, Contemporary, Southern

YIELD servings

Calories 294 kcal

Ingredients

4 medium russet potatoes (or 3 large)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp cajun seasoning (Tony C's or homemade blend)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
¼ cup olive oil

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400℉ (204°C, gas mark 6).
Wash, trim and slice the potatoes into 8 wedges each (cut in half, then quarters, then split the quarters).
Mix the dry seasonings, and toss them together in a mixing bowl or large ziploc bag with the cut potato wedges.
Drizzle the oil over and toss again until the potatoes are evenly coated.
Spread them on a half sheet pan, leaving space between the wedges.
Bake the potato wedges in the center of the oven for 15 minutes.
Remove from oven and flip the slices.
Bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are puffed and evenly golden brown. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauces.

Notes

Optional for Extra-Crispy Wedges:

Add a tablespoon of cornstarch or arrowroot to the dry seasoning mix before tossing with the potatoes.

Or, add a few tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese to the seasoning.

Nutrition

Calories: 294kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 303mgPotassium: 923mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 496IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 2mg

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