Cajun Potato Wedges with Cooling Dip
Cajun Potato Wedges with Cooling Dip
Crisp-edged, fluffy-centred wedges meet smoky Cajun flavour and a cool, creamy chive dip in this easy side dish that everyone will reach for.
⏱️ Prep, Cook & Serve
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 40–45 minutes
- Serves: 4
🧂 Ingredients
- 1kg baking potatoes, scrubbed
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1½ tbsp Cajun Spice
- 150g natural yoghurt
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives
- 1 tsp lime juice
- Lime wedges, to serve
🔪 Method
- Heat the oven to 210°C fan and line a large baking tray.
- Cut the potatoes into even wedges and pat them thoroughly dry.
- Toss with the oil and Cajun Spice until evenly coated, then spread out in a single layer.
- Roast for 40–45 minutes, turning halfway, until deep golden and crisp at the edges.
- Mix the yoghurt, mayonnaise, chives and lime juice. Serve the hot wedges with the cool dip and lime wedges.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Pair with burgers, grilled chicken or halloumi.
- Pile into a sharing bowl for movie night.
- Add sliced spring onion and fresh coriander before serving.
💛 Why It Works
The hot oven crisps the potato edges while Cajun Spice adds colour, smoke and gentle warmth; the tangy dip gives a refreshing contrast.
✨ Cook’s Tip
Drying the potatoes before seasoning is the secret to crisp rather than soft wedges.
🛒 Get the Blend
Make this recipe with our Cajun Spice | Smoky Louisiana-Style Seasoning.
📖 More Cajun Spice Recipes
- Cajun Chicken & Pepper Traybake
- Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
- Cajun Prawn Rice
- Cajun Salmon with Lime
- Cajun Halloumi & Vegetable Skewers
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