Grilled Potatoes (Printable Version)

Tender, smoky grilled potatoes with crispy edges—ideal as a side or vegetarian main for barbecues.

# Ingredient List:

→ Potatoes

01 - 1½ lbs baby potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes

→ Marinade

02 - 3 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1½ tsp sea salt
05 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
06 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
07 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, plus extra for garnish

# How to Make:

01 - Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. If using larger potatoes, cut them into 1-inch cubes; baby potatoes can be halved.
02 - Place potatoes in a large pot, cover with water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 8 minutes until just fork-tender but not falling apart. Drain well and let cool slightly.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, sea salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and parsley. Add the potatoes and toss to coat evenly.
04 - Preheat grill to medium-high, approximately 400°F.
05 - Thread potatoes onto skewers or place in a grilling basket to prevent small pieces from falling through the grates.
06 - Grill potatoes for 12–15 minutes, turning every few minutes, until golden brown with crispy edges and visible grill marks.
07 - Transfer to a serving platter, sprinkle with extra parsley, and serve hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The parboil and grill trick gives you a creamy center and shatteringly crisp outside every single time.
  • Smoked paprika turns ordinary potatoes into something that tastes like you spent hours over a wood fire.
02 -
  • Do not skip the parboil because raw potatoes on a grill will char outside before cooking through and you will end up with crunchy centers.
  • Letting the potatoes cool slightly before grilling helps the marinade adhere better and the texture firms up for better charring.
03 -
  • If using wooden skewers soak them in water for thirty minutes first or they will ignite and that memory is less fun than it sounds.
  • Toss the potatoes in the marinade while they are still warm because they absorb flavor like a sponge compared to cold ones.

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