Chilli potato wedges
To make these spicy wedges, the potatoes are boiled whole first, then cut, coated in your choice of spices and cooked in the oven until browned and beautifully crisp.
41 K 4.2/5 (6 reviews)
1 hour 55 min.
Easy
3.30 €
750 g
6 IngredientsLast modified on: May 16th 2021
750 g 
2 tablespoons 
2 tablespoons chilli spices
4 tablespoons 
Times for this recipe
Preparation: 40 min.
Cooking: 1 hour 15 min.
All in all: 1 hour 55 min.
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Step by step recipe
Stage 1 - ⌛ 8 min.
Thoroughly wash 750 g potatoes. Choose medium-sized rather than enormous ones.
Stage 2 - ⌛ 35 min.
Put into a saucepan, cover with cold water and put on to boil.
Cook until tender.
Cook until tender.
Stage 3 - ⌛ 10 min.
Drain the potatoes and leave to cool slightly.
Cut lengthways into wedges.
Preheat the oven to 430°F (220°C).
Cut lengthways into wedges.
Preheat the oven to 430°F (220°C).
Stage 4 - ⌛ 5 min.
Put the wedges into a bowl. Salt ,pepper, then add 2 tablespoons flour and 2 tablespoons chilli spices.
Mix gently to coat evenly in the flour and spices.
Mix gently to coat evenly in the flour and spices.
Stage 5 - ⌛ 3 min.
Pour 4 tablespoons olive oil over and mix again to coat well in the oil (add a little more if necessary).
Stage 6 - ⌛ 10 min.
Lay a sheet of cooking parchment on a baking sheet and arrange the wedges on it so that they don't touch.
Stage 7 - ⌛ 40 min.
Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until nicely browned.
Remarks
You can use whatever spices you prefer, or simply enjoy the potatoes plain.
Keeping: Should be eaten immediately.
Source: Home made.
How much will it cost?
- For 750 g : 3.30 €
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Potatoes
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Chilli spices
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