Grilled Potatoes
Grilled potatoes are the ultimate side dish that everyone loves! Imagine perfectly crispy outsides with tender and fluffy insides, all infused with delightful smoky flavors. This recipe is super simple and lets you customize it with your favorite spices or herbs. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or just enjoying a meal at home, these grilled potatoes are sure to delight your taste buds!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of baby potatoes Yukon gold or red potatoes work well
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley for garnish optional
- Substitutions: You can use sweet potatoes for a unique twist and if you don’t have olive oil, any vegetable oil will do. Feel free to swap in your favorite seasoning—think Italian seasoning, taco seasoning, or classic BBQ rubs!
Instructions
- Prep the Potatoes: First, give your potatoes a nice rinse to remove any dirt. Since we’re keeping the skins on (because they’re delicious!), make sure they’re clean. Then, cut them in half or quarters so they cook more evenly—small pieces are like little flavor sponges!
- Season 'Em Up: In a large bowl, toss your potato pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to get messy and mix it all around so every piece is evenly coated in that delicious goodness.
- Preheat the Grill: Fire up your grill to medium heat. You want that perfect balance—not too hot that it burns the potatoes, but hot enough to give them those lovely grill marks!
- Grill Time: For grilling, you have a couple of options! You can use skewers to make potato kebabs or simply use a grilling basket. Place the potatoes on the grill and close the lid. Cook them for about 12-15 minutes on each side, until they’re tender and crispy to your liking. You can give them a little shake or turn halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Once they’re done, carefully take them off the grill and sprinkle some fresh herbs on top if you like. Serve them hot and watch everyone dive in!