Simple KFC Potato Wedges (Crispy Copycat Side) - My Home Made Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 medium russet potatoes, about 2 lb (900 g), scrubbed
• 6 cups (1.4 L) cold water
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt, for soaking
• 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon MSG, optional
• 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
• 1 large egg
• 6 cups (1.4 L) neutral oil, or enough for 2 inches in the pot
• Extra kosher salt, for finishing
• Ketchup, ranch, or gravy, for serving