Baked potatoes are a culinary delight, enjoyed for their fluffy interiors and crispy exteriors. Whether you prefer the convenience of an oven or the smoky flavor of a grill, achieving the perfect baked potato is an art. This guide will take you through the steps to create mouthwatering baked potatoes, exploring both oven and grill methods. Discover the secrets of selecting the right potatoes, preparing them for cooking, and achieving the perfect balance of tenderness and crispiness. Get ready to elevate your baked potato game and impress your taste buds with this comprehensive guide to creating the perfect baked potatoes, in the comfort of your own kitchen or amidst the ambience of an outdoor grill.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
BAKED POTATOES ON THE GRILL
This is a recipe I use to throw a potato on the grill while I am grilling. I like how it makes the skin crispy and the center soft. Use whatever toppings you like, as in butter, sour cream, cheese, and bacon bits.
Provided by Kris Kornbrek
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes Baked Potato Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Warm up the grill to medium heat.
- Wash and dry potatoes. Poke potatoes all over with a fork. Rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Roll each potato up in aluminum foil and fold the ends in. Place potatoes on the grill and close the lid. Grill until fork-tender, rotating every 15 minutes or so, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.2 calories, Carbohydrate 51.2 g, Fat 0.8 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 91.7 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
PERFECT BAKED POTATOES - OVEN OR GRILL
I despise bland baked potatoes! This is a cooperative recipe that I put together using techniques I have gathered from my father, brother in law, eldest brother and myself. I know that you will love the ease of putting together these very flavorful baked potatoes. NOTE: There is a pictorial tutorial in the photo gallery to the left.
Provided by Brandess
Categories Potato
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- FLAVORED OIL: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, liquid smoke and garlic. Set aside.
- SEASONING MIX: In a small dish mix kosher salt, garlic powder and black pepper. Set aside.
- Wash, scrub and dry potatoes well. With a sharp paring knife, cut out a nice wedge from the potato's middle. Remove the wedge and place 1 teaspoon of butter in the hollow. Sprinkle with seasoning mix. Replace the wedge pressing down gently.
- Place each potato on its own sheet of foil. Rub the potato with the olive oil mixture making sure to get some of the crushed garlic on the potato. Sprinkle with additional seasoning mix and roll up tightly in aluminum foil.
- OVEN: Place potatoes in a 350 degree oven for 60 minutes.
- GRILL: Place potatoes on the grill away from the coals, close the lid and grill for 40-60 minutes depending on the temperature of your grill.
BAKED POTATOES ON THE GRILL
Turns out the best way to make a baked potato might be to not bake it at all. Grilling it yields the same fluffy interior with the bonus of an underlying hint of smoky flavor. Since the potatoes are cooked over direct heat, it's important to use heavy-duty aluminum foil. (In a pinch, you can use two layers of regular foil.)
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat a grill to medium heat. Use a paring knife to poke each potato 4 to 6 times. Rub the potatoes with the olive oil, then generously season with salt and pepper.
- Wrap each potato in a 12-by-12-inch piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil, then place on the grill. (If using a charcoal grill, place over the area with coals.) Grill with the lid closed until a paring knife slides easily into each potato, 50 to 60 minutes.
- Remove from the grill and let cool for 5 minutes before unwrapping. Serve with butter, sour cream and chives.
PERFECT BAKED POTATO
This baked potato has a crisp, golden skin, and is light and fluffy on the inside. Great comfort food!
Provided by CURLEEGIRLEE
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes Baked Potato Recipes
Time 1h31m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Scrub the potato, and pierce the skin several times with a knife or fork. Rub the skin with olive oil, then with salt.
- Place the potato in the preheated oven, and bake for 90 minutes, or until slightly soft and golden brown. Slice the potato down the center, and serve with butter and black pepper. Sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese over the top, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Cholesterol 57.7 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1447.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
GRILLED BAKED POTATOES
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories side dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat a charcoal, gas or electric grill.
- Cut the freshly baked potatoes in half lengthwise. Brush the cut side of each with some of the olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Place the potatoes cut side down on the grill. Grill until they are heated and brown grill marks are on the surface, but don't blacken.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 187, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 321 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
GRILLED "BAKED" POTATOES
We like our "baked" potatoes on the grill. They come out so fluffy and good. Try it and see what you think!!
Provided by babygirl65
Categories Potato
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Each potato is going to need 2 wraps of foil so if you are grilling 4 potatoes, you will need 8 pieces of foil.
- Scrub potatoes clean and poke holes all around potato. Brush olive oil over the potato. ( I just use my hands).
- Wrap potatoes in foil tightly.
- Place on the grill (if using a gas grill, place on top) 400 degrees. Leave them there for an hour, turing at the 30 minute point.
- Remove from grill and enjoy with whatever toppings you like.
- This is what I do, I put my potatoes in first, then corn (for grilled corn) and then my meat (chicken, steak, whatever you like). It all cooks in the grill and ready at the same time.
- Try it and see what you think -- .
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.3, Fat 0.1, Sodium 5.4, Carbohydrate 27.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.2, Protein 2.5
Tips:
- To ensure even cooking, choose potatoes that are roughly the same size.
- Scrub the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
- Prick the potatoes with a fork to help them cook evenly and prevent them from bursting.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil or butter to help them crisp up and brown.
- Season the potatoes with salt and pepper, or other seasonings of your choice.
- For a crispier skin, bake the potatoes on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
- If you are baking the potatoes in the oven, preheat the oven to the desired temperature before putting the potatoes in.
- To test if the potatoes are done, insert a fork into the center of the potato. If the fork goes in easily, the potato is done.
- Let the potatoes cool for a few minutes before handling them.
Conclusion:
Baked potatoes are a versatile and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. Whether you are baking them in the oven or on the grill, following these tips will help you achieve perfectly cooked potatoes every time.
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