How To Reheat Potato Wedges

Potato wedges are common side to a plenty of dishes so making a little too much or ordering more than you can eat is common. Below are some of the most effective methods of heating up your potato wedges.

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The Oven Method To Reheat Potato Wedges

The oven is your best option when it comes to reheating potato wedges or any kind of potato meal. With an oven you can retain the delicate, crispy exterior of your wedges and your wedges will look like the same way as they did the first time you made them. Simply follow these steps to reheat your potato wedges using the oven method.

Make use of an oven safe baking sheet,

Place aluminium foil on the baking sheet,
Sprinkle a tablespoon of vegetable oil, or olive oil over each large handful of wedges,
Add salt to taste and toss lightly by hand until coated the wedges are coated.

Place the wedges on a baking sheet and into the oven.
Preheat your oven to 300 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit,
Place your wedges in the oven and let them reheat for 10 minutes or so,

Flip the wedges after about six minutes and watch carefully for signs of burning,
Serve when ready,

For some added flair, you may consider baking your potato wedges on the middle rack for twelve minutes, before putting them on the top rack. Switch from bake to broil mode for one to two minutes, in order to give the wedges an extra hint of crispiness.

The Toaster Oven Method

The toaster oven is also your best option when it comes to reheating potato wedges or any kind of potato meal. With a toaster oven you can retain the delicate, crispy exterior of your wedges and your wedges will look the same way as they did the first time you made them. Simply follow these steps to reheat your potato wedges using the toaster oven method.

Make use of an oven safe baking sheet,
Place aluminium foil on the baking sheet,

Sprinkle a tablespoon of vegetable oil, or olive oil over each large handful of wedges,
Add salt to taste and toss lightly by hand until coated the wedges are coated.
Place the wedges on a baking sheet and into the oven.

Preheat your oven to 300 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit,
Place your wedges in the oven and let them reheat for 10 minutes or so,
Flip the wedges after about six minutes and watch carefully for signs of burning,

Serve when ready,

The Stovetop Method To Reheat Potato Wedges

Another effective way to heat up potato wedges is using the stovetop. You can warm up your wedges on a covered skillet for five to ten minutes, flipping them halfway through the reheat cycle. You will need a saucepan with a lid in order to retain moisture. Simply follow these steps to reheat your wedges on the stovetop.

Set your stove to medium heat,

Add a little vegetable oil, olive oil or butter into the saucepan,
Put your saucepan on the stove and let it heat up,
Put your leftover potato wedges in the saucepan,

Cover your pan with a lid to allow the heat to build up underneath and to thoroughly warm the wedges. This way you can also prevent dryness,
Let your potato wedges warm up until they are hot enough to eat,
Serve when ready,

The Microwave Method To Reheat Potato Wedges

Although it is not the best option, you can make use of a microwave to warm up your potato wedges. However, if you are in a hurry, the microwave method comes in handy when it comes to reheating potato wedges. Also, there are ways to make sure that your microwaved potato wedges taste great after reheating them. Follow these steps to reheat your potato wedges in the microwave.

Put your potato wedges side by side, in a single layer, on a microwave safe dish,
Do not cover your potato wedges with anything,

Make sure that none of them are sticking out too far from the plate,
Set your microwave to high, and reheat them for 60-seconds or so,
Once that is done, flip your potato wedges over and heat them for another 60-seconds,

If your microwave is strong, you may need to adjust this to a 30-second run at first,
Watch your wedges carefully to make sure that they are not getting soggy. You can stop microwaving them when they are warm on both sides.
Serve when ready.

Tips For Reheating Potato Wedges

When reheating potato wedges place them on an aluminium baking sheet with a tablespoon of your favourite vegetable oil. This will help the wedges regain their freshness when you take them out of the oven.
Never leave your potato wedges out in the open if you don’t intend to eat them within the next few hours.
When left out, cooked potatoes can quickly become home to dangerous bacteria and reheating them will not be sufficient enough to kill off the bacteria.

You can store potato wedges by tightly wrapping them in foil and putting them in the freezer,
Frozen wedges should be left out to thaw for fifteen minutes before you throw them in the oven.
For wedges you want to eat within the next few days, it’s best to just leave them in the fridge but not longer than 5 days.

Best Way To Store Potato Wedges

It is normal to make a little too much potato wedges and end up keeping them for reheating when you want to have them. Below are some tips for storing potato wedges.