How to Make Grilled Potato Wedges - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled potato wedges are a delicious and simple side dish that is perfect for any outdoor barbecue or summer cookout. Whether you're grilling up some juicy steaks, spicy sausages, or succulent chicken, these potato wedges are the ideal accompaniment to your meal.

Unlike traditional french fries, grilled potato wedges have a smoky and charred flavor that adds a unique twist to the classic potato side dish. The crispy exterior and fluffy interior make these wedges irresistible, and the...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 large clove garlic, peeled and crushed
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary, or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme, or more to taste
  • 4 Idaho potatoes, each cut into 8 wedges
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 28 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 38 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 32 wedges

  • Combine olive oil, crushed garlic, chopped rosemary, and chopped thyme in a covered container; let stand for 2 hours or longer.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Put potatoes in a large saucepan and pour in enough salted water to cover; bring to a boil; cook over medium-high heat until mostly tender, 8 to 9 minutes. Drain potatoes and transfer to a bowl.
  • Remove garlic from the olive oil mixture and discard. Pour oil over potatoes, sprinkle with garlic salt and black pepper, and toss to coat.
  • Place potatoes skin-side down on the grill over direct heat; reserve remaining oil. Grill for 10 minutes; move potatoes to indirect heat until completely cooked, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle remaining oil over potatoes.
  • Nutrition

    144 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 233mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 19mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 460mg