Basic Potato Wedges

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Ingredients

  • 600 g potatoes (use large potatoes)
  • olive oil, to taste
  • sea salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Put the kettle on.
  2. Scrub the potatoes, cut each one in half lengthways and then in half again to make 4 long wedges.
  3. Put the potato wedges into a saucepan, cover with boiling water and bring back to the boil.
  4. Cook for about 5 minutes from the time that the water boils, then drain thoroughly.
  5. Meanwhile, heat the grill.
  6. Brush the drained potato wedges all over with olive oil, then put them on a baking sheet and place them under the grill.
  7. Grill on high for 10-15 minutes, until the potatoes are tender right through and golden brown, turning them as necessary.
  8. Remove from the grill, sprinkle them with sea salt and serve with toppings.
  9. Variation *1: Herbs - sprinkle with fresh rosemary or thyme before grilling.
  10. Caraway seeds also work.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

343 kcal 17% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.8g 4% DV
Total Fat 30.2g 39% DV
Carbs 17g 6% DV
Fiber 1.5g 5% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 9692mg 100% DV
Potassium 438.3mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 6.4mg 7% DV
Calcium 11.5mg 1% DV
Iron 0.6mg 3% DV
Diet fit Low-carb Under 400 cal

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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