Impressive Yet Easy Home Fries On The Grill
Home fries on the grill are the easiest way to get crisped, smoky edges on soft and tender potatoes. And yes, they will impress your guests at your next BBQ!
Potatoes in all their forms are usually a crowd-pleaser, and these delicious home fries are a great addition to a dinner plate of other grilled veggies and meat. Unlike traditional skillet-fried or roasted potatoes, these are par-cooked then finished on the grill, giving them an addictively crisp bite with soft, fluffy centers.
Bonus, the leftovers make a killer breakfast side with eggs (obviously, it’s home fries!).
Why You’ll Love These Home Fries on the Grill
- Crispy and Smoky: Grilling gives the potatoes a slight char and smoky depth you just don’t get in the oven. The exterior crisps up while the interior stays tender.
- Perfect for Summer: This is the ultimate outdoor side—no oven heating up your kitchen. Ideal for BBQs, brunches, or breakfast-for-dinner nights.
- Customizable: Use whatever seasoning blend you like. Add onions, peppers, and/or herbs (fresh or dried). Whether served with sauces or on their own, they are sooo yummy.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Potatoes: My favorite for this recipe would be yukon golds, but I use whatever potatoes I have, whether yukon, red or russet.
- Oil, salt, pepper: You can use whatever additional spices you like, but S&P are the only ones required. Plus a little dash of olive or avocado oil.
- Optional Extras: For herbs and spices I recommend garlic, parsley, paprika and a sprinkle of fresh herbs if you have. A really delicious addition are foundational veggies like onion and red pepper. Chop and grill them along with your potatoes but skip the parboiling. Brings this dish to the next level.
How to Make Home Fries on the Grill
Tips and Notes
- Parboil ahead of time: You can steam or boil the potatoes earlier in the day and keep them in the fridge until ready to grill.
- Use a grill basket: If your potatoes are small or you’re grilling onions or peppers with them, a basket keeps things from falling through the grates. I use a Blackstone grill so don’t have this issue.
- Don’t overcrowd: Spread the potatoes out so they get crispy edges.
- Leftovers reheat beautifully: Pop them in a hot skillet the next morning for a killer breakfast hash.
Love Potatoes and Barbecues?
Try this South African potato salad! It’s tangy and savory and always a hit (whether you’re at an African braai or an American barbecue!).
Home Fries on the Grill
These home fries on the grill are a super delicious and filling addition to any BBQ or summer breakfast! They're crisp on the outside, fluffy on the inside and a complementary side to any savory dish you could think of. Add onions and bell peppers to step it up a notch.
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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 lbs potatoes a few large russets but preferably 6-yukon golds
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Steam or boil potatoes for 15 minutes, or until a fork easily slides through but they're not overly soft and mushy.
- Add potatoes to a bowl and toss with oil, salt and pepper (and whatever other seasonings you like).
- When your grill is hot, add potatoes and grill until browned and crispy.
- Serve immediately and store the rest (if there is any) for delicious and versatile leftovers.
Nutrition Facts
Home Fries on the Grill
Amount per Serving
Calories
137
% Daily Value*
Fat
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
0.4
g
3
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Sodium
9
mg
0
%
Potassium
637
mg
18
%
Carbohydrates
26
g
9
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
3
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
30
mg
36
%
Calcium
18
mg
2
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
