• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Sip Bite Go logo

  • Recipes
    • All Recipes
    • Smoker Recipes
    • Air Fryer Recipes
    • Homemade Pizza
    • Sous Vide Recipes
    • Trader Joe’s Recipes
    • Steak Recipes
    • Chicken Recipes
    • Pasta Recipes
    • Keto Friendly
  • Smoker Recipes
  • Air Fryer
  • Sous Vide
    • All Sous Vide Recipes
    • The Home Chef’s Sous Vide Cookbook
    • Buttery Sous Vide Lobster Tail Recipe
    • Sous Vide Frozen Steak
    • Sous Vide T Bone Steak
    • Sous Vide Chicken Wings
    • Sous Vide Egg Bites
  • Cookbooks
  • More
    • Entertaining
    • Kitchen Remodel
    • Travel
    • Blogging Chat
  • About
    • About Jenna
    • Start here
    • Work With Me
    • Contact
    • Get Updates
  • Podcast
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • Find A Recipe
  • Smoker Recipes
  • Main Dish Recipes
  • Pizza Recipes
  • Holiday Dishes
  • Air Fryer Recipes
  • Sous Vide
  • Salad Recipes
  • Cookbooks
  • About
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Recipes » Side dishes » Grilled Potato Wedges

    Grilled Potato Wedges

    Published: May 17, 2019 · Modified: Mar 6, 2022 by Jenna Passaro · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Pin518
    Tweet
    Share9
    Share
    527 Shares
    Jump to Recipe Jump to Video Print Recipe
    grilled potato wedges pin

    Grilled potato wedges, when made my favorite way, are soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. Learn how to make potatoes on the grill without foil. You can use any type of potato you’d like.

    grilled sweet potatoes on a white plate and kitchen towel

    This recipe makes both grilled sweet potato wedges and red wedges. The russet, Yukon gold, and Idaho potato varieties are great options for grilled potato slices, as well. Make this for an interesting BBQ side dish. I’m getting hungry already. Let’s get grilling!

    Ingredients for grilled potato wedges

    For flavor and presentation, I mix both sweet potatoes and red potatoes, but you can use any variety you like for this recipe. The potatoes can be different lengths, but they should be similar in diameter so they boil and grill consistently.

    Ingredients for grilled potato wedges including chili powder, salt, pepper, sweet potatoes, red potatoes, and olive oil
    These grilled sweet potatoes and red potatoes are made with just a handful of ingredients

    The grilled potato wedge seasoning in this recipe is simple. It’s a blend of chili powder, salt and pepper. The seasoning goes well with a variety of dips including honey mustard, my suggested dipping sauce for this recipe.

    Lastly, but certainly not least, I love to throw fresh herbs on the potatoes. For this recipe, I suggest cilantro. Parsley is another great option.

    How to make grilled potato wedges – step by step

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil while you wash potatoes and slice off any blemishes. Make sure to keep the skin on the potatoes. Keeping the skin on keeps the wedges together while grilling them.

    boiling potatoes in salt water on the stove
    Adding salt to the water helps flavor the boiling potatoes

    Then add potatoes and salt to the water and boil for 17 minutes, or until you can poke a fork in the potatoes. It’s important not to overcook the potatoes – you don’t want them to be super mushy.

    potatoes cut lengthwise into wedges

    Next, cut potatoes lengthwise into 1.5 inch wedges, which is about six to eight pieces per potato.

    mixing potato wedges with chili pepper seasoning
    Close-up of the tasty chili seasoning mix – it’s just chili powder, salt, and pepper

    In a bowl, gently mix potato wedges with olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper.

    Now it’s time to grill!

    Bring the grill up to a temperature of about 400 degrees with a medium flame.

    Arranging potatoes on the grill
    Chef hubs doesn’t mind getting close to the flame – but I like to use long tongs to set the potatoes down on the grill

    Arrange the potatoes perpendicularly on the grill grates so they don’t fall through. Close the grill lid and cook potato wedges for 5 minutes.

    Flipping grilled potatoes with tongs

    Flip the potatoes.

    Flipping potato over with tongs
    Those gorgeous grill marks mean the potatoes are ready to flip!

    Then cook the other side of the potato wedges for 5 minutes with the grill lid closed.

    grilling sweet potatoes
    Grill marks close-up — ohhhh… ahhh…

    Remove the potatoes and set them on an even layer so they stay crisp.

    freshly grilled potatoes on a white plate

    Drizzle with honey mustard.

    (oh yes… yummmmay!)

    toby's honey mustard dressing with sweet potatoes
    Honey mustard and sweet potatoes are a match made in condiment heaven!

    Sprinkle cilantro.

    (this step will make you feel all chef-y)

    grilled potatoes with Toby's honey mustard and cilantro

    And then… enjoy!

    Why it’s better to par-boil potatoes before grilling them

    My favorite method for making tasty grilled potatoes is to par-boil them before grilling. The result is a potato wedge similar to steak fries – where the inside of the potatoes are soft, and the outside has a bite. Par-boiling potatoes with salt also adds flavor to the potatoes. And they take less time to grill.

    cooking potatoes on the grill without foil
    You can grill potatoes without foil in this recipe because boiled potatoes go straight on the grill

    Techniques for cooking potatoes on the grill without foil

    The potato wedges should be sliced large enough that they’re easy to grip with tongs and won’t fall through the grill grate when flipped. The potato wedges are arranged perpendicular to the grill grates so they won’t slip through. This also creates beautiful grill marks on the potatoes. If you’re concerned about the potatoes falling through the grill grates, using kabab skewers is a great option.

    Dipping sauces for potatoes

    • cheddar beer cheese dip
    • honey mustard
    • bbq sauce
    • hot sauce
    • equal parts ketchup mixed with sriracha
    bbq party side dish plate with potatoes

    Tasty tips and notes for cooking potatoes on the grill

    • For flavor and presentation, I like to mix both sweet potatoes and red potatoes, but you can use one or the other for this recipe. Yukon gold, Idaho potatoes, or russet potatoes can be used as well.
    • The potatoes used can be different lengths, but they should be around the same width so they boil and grill consistently.
    • Keeping the skin on the potatoes helps the wedges stay in large pieces while grilling them.
    • Mayo can be substituted for oil. Make grilled potatoes with mayonnaise by coating the potatoes with mayo and then seasoning them as the recipe instructs.
    • No need to roast grilled potato wedges in foil. These potatoes are cut in large wedges and ready to go straight on the grill.
    • Have fun with your grilled potato slices by trying different seasonings. Garlic salt always goes with potatoes, but using an Italian blend or spicy seasoning mix will be great for this bbq side dish, too.
    • If you’re concerned about the potatoes falling through the grill grates, use kabab skewers.
    • Since the potatoes have oil on them, it should not be necessary to spray the grill with oil.
    • If the potatoes are in the fridge for a few hours before going on the grill, the oil will likely be absorbed into the potatoes. To prevent them from sticking to the grill, add another drizzle of oil on the potatoes before grilling them.
    • See my recipe video for step by step directions for how I make potato wedges on the gas grill.

    Let me know when make potato wedges on the grill. Be sure to leave a comment and rate the recipe. It means so much to hear from Sip Bite Go readers and I love seeing photos of your food! Don’t forget to tag me @sipbitego on Instagram so I can see how the recipe turned out. And sign up for the Sip Bite Go newsletter.

    freshly grilled potatoes on a white kitchen counter

    Readers also love these potato recipes:

    • Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes with Bleu Cheese
    • Savory Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Blue Cheese
    • Greek Red Potato Salad
    • Campfire Potatoes Au Gratin On the Grill
    • Crock pot sweet potatoes
    grilled potato wedges with tongs on a gray table

    Grilled Potato Wedges Recipe (Sip Bite Go)

    Grilled potato wedges, when made properly, are soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. Learn how to make potatoes on the grill without foil. You can use any type of potato you’d like. This recipe makes both grilled sweet potato wedges and red wedges. The russet, Yukon gold, and Idaho potato varieties are great options for grilled potato slices, as well. Make this for an interesting BBQ side dish. I’m getting hungry already. Let’s get grilling! 
    5 from 13 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Dinner, lunch
    Cuisine: American, BBQ
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 365kcal
    Author: Jenna Passaro

    Ingredients

    • 1 sweet potato
    • 2 red potatoes
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tsp chili powder
    • 1 tsp garlic salt
    • 1 tsp pepper
    • 2 tbsp honey mustard optional
    • 1 tbsp cilantro optional

    Instructions

    • Bring a large pot of water to a boil while you wash potatoes and slice off any blemishes without completely removing the skin. Keeping the skin on keeps the wedges together while grilling them. Add potatoes and salt to water and boil for 17 minutes, or until you can poke a fork in the potatoes. It’s important not to overcook the potatoes – you don’t want them to be super mushy.
    • Cut potatoes lengthwise into 1.5 inch wedges, which is about six to eight pieces per potato. In a bowl, gently mix potato wedges with olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
    • Bring the grill up to a temperature of about 400 degrees with a medium flame. Arrange the potatoes perpendicularly on the grill grates so they don’t fall through. Close the grill lid and cook potato wedges for 5 minutes. Flip, then cook the other side 5 minutes with a closed grill lid.
    • Remove the potatoes and serve them on an even layer plate or platter so the stay crisp. Drizzle honey mustard and sprinkle cilantro.

    Video

    Notes

    • For flavor and presentation, I like to mix both sweet potatoes and red potatoes, but you can use one or the other for this recipe. Yukon gold, Idaho potatoes, or russet potatoes can be used as well.
    • The potatoes used can be different lengths, but they should be around the same width so they boil and grill consistently.
    • Keeping the skin on the potatoes helps the wedges stay in large pieces while grilling them.
    • Mayo can be substituted for oil. Make grilled potatoes with mayonnaise by coating the potatoes with mayo and then seasoning them as the recipe instructs.
    • No need to roast grilled potato wedges in foil. These potatoes are cut in large wedges and ready to go straight on the grill.
    • Have fun with your grilled potato slices by trying different seasonings. Garlic salt always goes with potatoes, but using an Italian blend or spicy seasoning mix will be great for this bbq side dish, too.
    • If you’re concerned about the potatoes falling through the grill grates, use kabab skewers.
    • Since the potatoes have oil on them, it should not be necessary to spray the grill with oil.
    • If the potatoes are in the fridge for a few hours before going on the grill, the oil will likely be absorbed into the potatoes. To prevent them from sticking to the grill, add another drizzle of oil on the potatoes before grilling them.
    • See my recipe video for step by step directions for how I make potato wedges on the gas grill.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 2497mg | Potassium: 1214mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 9620IU | Vitamin C: 19.9mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2.3mg
    Tried this Recipe? Tag me Today!Mention @SipBiteGo or tag #sipbitego!
    « How to Dress a Baby for Sleep (a Guide for New Moms)
    Baked Barramundi Fish Toasts with Red Pepper and Corn Salsa »

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Aria says

      June 09, 2019 at 3:32 pm

      potatooooo…. huhuhu.. i love potato.. id like to try this recipe but im on keto diet… potato is not in my list.. huhu

      Reply
    2. Geraline Batarra says

      June 08, 2019 at 7:49 pm

      It looks perfect with pork bbq and seems so easy to prepare.. Surely this recipe tastes good.. 😊5 stars

      Reply
    3. Foodyfoodie says

      June 08, 2019 at 7:13 pm

      Wow, that’s tempting and I like the honey mustard dipping.

      Reply
    4. Owen G. says

      June 06, 2019 at 9:36 am

      I wonder what dip would be perfect for this lovely grilled potatoes. Maybe some seasoned mayonnaise will do.. 😊5 stars

      Reply
    5. Alexandra Cook says

      June 06, 2019 at 5:50 am

      Thank you for sharing this recipe- I adore this but have never tried to make it myself. I will now, seems more simple than I thought and how stunning is yours!

      Reply
    6. Nina Cochingco says

      June 06, 2019 at 5:18 am

      This sounds so great, I love eating potatoes in different ways. I really love it fried but grilled sounds great too..5 stars

      Reply
    7. Akriti says

      June 05, 2019 at 11:32 pm

      I have tried baked potato wedges. These seem just as healthy yet even more delicious!

      Reply
    8. Nina says

      June 05, 2019 at 6:13 pm

      I love grilled sweet potatoes. It’s the perfect thing for when you have a craving for carbs but without the guilt.

      Reply
    9. Sondra Barker says

      June 05, 2019 at 1:05 pm

      They look so delicious and perfect for summer parties! I love the idea of grilling them!

      Reply
    10. Lydia Smith says

      June 05, 2019 at 10:49 am

      Looks so yummy and tasty. I would love to try potato wedges. Keeping this recipe for the weekend.

      Reply
    « Older Comments

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    jenna passaro food blogger from Portland Oregon

    Hey, I’m Jenna Passaro.

    I develop easy recipes that can transform your kitchen into a restaurant – and you into a true home chef.

      

    Where to start?

    Learn the secrets to making pizza at home. And cook amazing tri tip steak dinners.

    Or, fall in love with something new to cook with your air fryer, pellet smoker, BBQ grill, sous vide cooker, and more…

    You’ll notice, I kind of geek out over new cooking trends and tools!

    Instagram me @sipbitego & chef hubs @handmodelpatrick

    My story. Growing up, I didn’t learn to cook.

    (I was actually banned from cooking for years)

    And then in my 20’s I didn’t have to cook because my job as an event planner involved a lot of travel and it was easier to eat out. At the time, I was 100% positive that restaurant food would always taste better than cooking at home, and there was nothing I could do about it.

    Until I fell in love with a chef. He would come over and cook me delicious meals right in my own kitchen. My mind was blown.

    Since then, I’ve been on a mission to figure out easy ways to make restaurant style food at home and share it here on Sip Bite Go.

    Love to eat out and travel? I can totally relate. See my guide on where to eat in Portland, OR.

    jenna passaro the home chef's sous vide cookbook

    Never in a million years did I imagine I’d ditch the 9-5 lifestyle in my late 20’s, move across the country on a whim, start a new life, start a food blog, and write a book.

    But here I am!

    See my book on Amazon: The Home Chef’s Sous Vide Cookbook.

     

       

    Game Day Food

    Air Fryer Brats Recipe

    Air Fryer Beer Brats (aka Bratwurst)

    Traeger Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends Recipe

    Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends

    How Long To Grill Burgers On Gas Grill Recipe

    Perfect 1/2 LB Grilled Burgers

    Best Traeger Smoked Bone In Pork Shoulder

    Smoked Bone-In Pork Shoulder With Pineapple

    Grill + Smoker

    Best Traeger Smoked Ribeye Steaks Recipe

    Smoked Ribeye Steaks

    Best Traeger Smoked Meatloaf Bacon-Wrapped

    Smoked Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf

    Community Favs

    easy potato side dishes for steak dinners

    15+ Easy Potato Side Dish Recipes For Steak

    How To Cook Tri Tip In Oven Recipe

    How To Cook Tri Tip In Oven Perfectly

    Air Fryer

    Air Fryer Beets

    Air Fryer Roasted Beets

    Air Fryer Scallops

    Air Fryer Scallops

    Pizza Cravings

    Pizza Stone Oven Baked Pesto Pizza With Tomatoes And Mozzarella Cheese

    Pesto Pizza Topping Recipe

    Taco Ground Beef Pizza Recipe

    Taco-Style Ground Beef Pizza Recipe

    Holiday Dishes

    Back Yard BBQ Menu Ideas for the Grill and Smoker

    Tasty Back Yard BBQ Menu Ideas

    Traeger Spatchcock Smoked Turkey Recipe

    Smoked Spatchcock Turkey With Honey BBQ Sauce

    Footer

    • Sip Bite Go
    • Recipe Index
    • Sous-Vide Recipes
       
    Sip Bite Go As Seen On
    • Work with Sip Bite Go
    • About
    • Contact
    • Privacy Policy
    • Get Updates
    • Accesibility Info

    COPYRIGHT © 2021 SIP BITE GO