Crispy Baked Potato Wedges with Smoky Chipotle Ketchup

AMERICAN·VEGSource

Achieve perfectly crispy and fluffy potato wedges with a smoky chipotle ketchup for dipping. Simple, delicious, and a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

8

POTATO WEDGES

Russet Potato

2 lb

Olive Oil

2 tbsp

Paprika

1 tsp

Garlic Powder

1 tsp

Onion Powder

1 tsp

Salt

To taste

to taste

SMOKY CHIPOTLE KETCHUP

Ketchup

½ cup

Chipotle Pepper in Adobo, minced

1 tbsp

Instructions

1Prepare the Potatoes15m

Wash and Scrub

Wash the potatoes thoroughly and scrub them with a vegetable brush to remove any dirt. Leave the skins on.

Cut into Wedges

Cut each potato in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 3-4 wedges, depending on the size of the potato. Aim for roughly equal sizes.

Rinse and Dry

Rinse the cut potato wedges under cold running water to remove excess starch. Pat them completely dry with a clean kitchen towel. This step is crucial for achieving crispy wedges.

2Season the Wedges5m

Combine Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine the dried potato wedges with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.

Toss to Coat

Use your hands to toss the potato wedges until they are evenly coated with the oil and seasonings. Ensure every wedge is well-covered for maximum flavor and crispiness.

3Arrange for Baking5m

Prepare Baking Sheet

Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. This helps with easy cleanup and prevents sticking.

Single Layer

Arrange the seasoned potato wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they are not overcrowded or overlapping, as this will steam them instead of crisping them.

4Bake the Wedges35m

Initial Bake

Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 20 minutes.

Flip Wedges

Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Use tongs to flip each potato wedge to ensure even cooking and crisping on both sides.

Continue Baking

Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the wedges are golden brown and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

5Make the Chipotle Ketchup2m

Combine Ingredients

In a small bowl, combine the ketchup with the minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce.

Whisk Together

Whisk the ingredients together until well combined. This creates a smoky, slightly spicy, and tangy dipping sauce.

6Serve1m

Plate and Serve

Transfer the crispy potato wedges to a serving platter. Serve immediately with the smoky chipotle ketchup for dipping.