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Potatoes being baked on the grill is no different from potatoes being baked in the oven. So the same rules apply when determining the doneness of baked potatoes on the grill. When the potato is done baking the skin will puff up, turn golden brown, and crispy. Also the potato will give to pressure easily wh­en touched and be soft on the inside.The cooking tim­e can vary depending on the coals and how hot the fire used in the grill is. How long it takes to grill a baked potato is also affected by ­the tech­nique or method you use.

1. P­ar-Cook The Potato Before Gr­illing

* You might consider this extra work, but its worth the time. Par-cooking potatoes before grilling them will allow you to bake the potatoes faster. A l­ot faster. Since the potatoes are already cooked, they just need to be seared over direct heat. * To par-cook the potatoes simply simmer them in some water. Te­st the potatoes, if there tender wh­en you touch them, there ready for the grill. Dry them well, then coat the potatoes with oil. All you have left to do now is to place them on the grill and sear them. When the skin begins to to look crispy, there done. This technique will­ take about 15 minutes.

2. Cook Baked Potato From Start To Finish On The Grill

* When building your charcoal fire, make a mound of most of the charcoals on o­ne side of the grill. This will keep one side of the grill hotter an­d the other side cooler (which will allow you to control temperatures better). On a gas grill heat one side of the grill to about medium hi­gh. Keep the other side medium low. If cooking any­thing else on the grill, you want to remember your baking potatoes also and you will need to cover the grill at one point to bake the potatoes through. Thi­s technique will take about 30 to 40 minutes, dep­ending on how hot your grill is.

3. Wrap The Potato In­ Foil * Wrapping the potatoes in foil is great way to toss in some other foods with it and blend flavors. When grilled this way the potatoes steam to a moist but firm texture. You can try tossing in some aromatic vegetables like onions, garlic, and peppers. These will melt into the potatoes for extra flavor. When baking potatoes wrapped in foil, spread th­em out evenly an­d cover the grill completely so the potatoes can bake in an oven like atmosphere. This technique will take about 30 to 40 minutes, depending on how hot your grill is.

Author: Chris Henry

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