Ingredients:
- 2 lbs (900g) Russet or Maris Piper Potatoes
- 3 Tbsp (45 ml) Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Sea Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Aluminium-free Baking Powder
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to a high temperature: 425°F (220°C). Line your baking sheets generously with parchment paper.
- Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly. Cut each potato into 8 even wedges, aiming for uniform size.
- Place the wedges in a large pot, cover with cold, salted water, and bring to a boil. Cook for precisely 5–7 minutes until the edges just begin to soften.
- Drain the potatoes completely in a colander. Return the hot, drained wedges to the empty, warm pot. Place the lid on and shake the pot vigorously for 30 seconds to rough up the edges.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the roughed-up potatoes. Sprinkle evenly with sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and the baking powder. Toss well until every wedge is coated.
- Arrange the seasoned wedges on the prepared baking sheets in a strict single layer, ensuring no wedges are touching.
- Roast for 20 minutes. Carefully remove the tray and use tongs to flip each wedge.
- Return to the oven and roast for an additional 15–25 minutes until deeply golden brown and shatteringly crisp. Serve immediately.