Two Takes on a Classic: How to Bake Potatoes on Your Gas Grill
What's the excellent accompaniment to your grilled steak? A baked potato, of course! If you connect baking a potato with an oven, then think again. Baking potatoes on the grill alongside your meat creates an easy meal choice that lets you stay covering and avoid heating up the kitchen.
Gas Outdoor Grill
Baking potatoes on your gas grill is so easy that anyone can do it. In fact, gas grills are ideal for cooking potatoes because the heat is so even. whether you're a original potato eater who likes a steaming baked potato with sour cream, or you're a potato skin lover who likes to score presentation points, you'll be able to grill your potatoes with ease.
Here are two simple options for flawless grilled potatoes.
Option 1: The original Whole Potato
- After fully washing the potatoes, spread a thin layer of cooking oil on aluminum foil. Use about 1 tbsp. For each potato. The oil will help keep the potato moist. If you're feeling adventurous, try adding some spices or herbs to the oil. For example, you can sprinkle some garlic and pepper or a small cayenne pepper as you spread the oil evenly across the foil.
- Wrap each potato individually in the aluminum foil.
- Put the grill on low heat. You might want to start baking the potatoes before you cook the rest of your meal. They will stay hot for any minutes wrapped in the foil. You can also microwave them ahead of time to sell out cooking time. If you do pick to microwave, be sure to poke holes in the potatoes with a fork.
- You can place the potatoes everywhere on the grill, but avoid the hottest part. The top rack is the most suitable place, reserving the main shelf for your meat.
- Cook for almost 45 minutes, turning occasionally. Cook with the lid closed. Potatoes are done when a fork is for real inserted into the center, or they feel slightly soft when squeezed. Do not overcook.
Option 2: Crispy Potato Halves
If you're concerned in a prettier presentation, faster cook time, and crispy skins, try these simple steps:
- Slice the potatoes in two, lengthwise.
- Score the tops of the potatoes to create a grid pattern that makes a nice presentation and speeds grill cooking time.
- Brush the tops of the potatoes with cooking oil. Sprinkle seasonings (herbs, spices, salt, pepper, etc.) to taste. Place skinside down on the top shelf of the grill.
- Cook for about 30 minutes.
