Spicy Buffalo-Style Potato Wedges
These Spicy Buffalo-Style Potato Wedges are the perfect blend of crispy, savory, and spicy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Made from large, perfectly seasoned baking potatoes, each wedge is oven-roasted to a crispy perfection before being generously drizzled with a buttery, spicy Buffalo sauce. Ideal as an appetizer for game day or a delicious side dish to complement your favorite entrees, these wedges will become a new favorite in your culinary repertoire. Optionally, serve with creamy bleu cheese dressing for a cooling contrast to the heat!
6-8
Servings
200
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Potatoes
6-8 (sliced into wedges)
Olive oil
1-2 tablespoons (for drizzling)
Salt
to taste (for seasoning)
Black pepper
to taste (for seasoning)
Garlic powder
to taste (for seasoning)
Butter
1/4 cup (melted)
Hot pepper sauce
1/2 cup (for mixing with butter)
Bleu cheese salad dressing
optional (for dipping)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Lightly spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
3
Arrange the sliced potato wedges in a single layer on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.
4
Sprinkle evenly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, adjusting the amounts to taste.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the potato wedges are tender and starting to brown.
6
While the wedges are baking, prepare the Buffalo sauce. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and hot pepper sauce.
7
Microwave the butter and hot sauce mixture on HIGH for about 30 seconds, or until the butter is melted. Stir well to combine.
8
After 30 minutes, remove the potato wedges from the oven and drizzle the Buffalo sauce mixture evenly over them.
9
Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, allowing the wedges to absorb the flavors and become crispy.
10
Once cooked, remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
11
Serve warm with bleu cheese salad dressing on the side for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Information
11g
Fat
20g
Carbs
2.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spicy Buffalo-Style Potato Wedges?
They are oven-roasted potato wedges seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper, then coated in a buttery Buffalo sauce.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes approximately 6 to 8 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 200 calories.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
How much fat is in one serving of these potato wedges?
There are 11 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving contains 20 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 2.5 grams of protein.
How many potatoes are needed for this recipe?
You will need 6 to 8 potatoes, sliced into wedges.
What seasonings are used for the potato wedges?
The wedges are seasoned with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
How do I prepare the baking sheet?
Lightly spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray before adding the potatoes.
How long do the wedges bake initially?
The potatoes should bake for 30 minutes or until they are tender and starting to brown.
What are the ingredients for the Buffalo sauce?
The sauce is made by combining 1/4 cup of butter and 1/2 cup of hot pepper sauce.
How should I melt the butter and hot sauce?
Combine them in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on HIGH for about 30 seconds.
When do I add the Buffalo sauce to the potatoes?
Drizzle the sauce over the wedges after the initial 30 minutes of baking.
Is there a second baking period?
Yes, return the sauced wedges to the oven for an additional 15 minutes.
What is the total baking time?
The total baking time is approximately 45 minutes.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, these potato wedges are tagged as a vegetarian dish.
What is a recommended dipping sauce?
Bleu cheese salad dressing is recommended for a cooling contrast to the heat.
Can these be served as an appetizer?
Yes, they are ideal as an appetizer for game day or as a side dish.
How should the potatoes be arranged on the pan?
Arrange the sliced wedges in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
What type of oil is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil for drizzling.
How much hot pepper sauce is required?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of hot pepper sauce.
How much butter is used?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of melted butter.
Should the wedges be served hot?
Yes, they should be served warm, though they should cool slightly after leaving the oven.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include potato wedges, buffalo style, spicy appetizer, oven baked, side dish, vegetarian, and game day snacks.
What is the texture of the finished wedges?
They are oven-roasted to a crispy perfection.
Do I need to stir the butter and hot sauce?
Yes, stir the mixture well after microwaving to ensure it is thoroughly combined.
Is garlic powder essential?
It is listed as a seasoning to be added to taste for savory flavor.
Is this recipe fried?
No, these wedges are oven-baked rather than deep-fried.
What kind of potatoes are best?
The recipe recommends using large baking potatoes.