Grilled Hasselback Potatoes with Chive Butter
Grilled Hasselback Potatoes with Chive Butter offer a delightful twist on a classic side dish, perfect for barbecues, family gatherings, or casual dinners. The unique slicing technique allows the rich chive and garlic-infused butter to seep deep into each potato, creating a burst of flavor in every bite. This recipe is not only visually stunning but also easy to prepare on the grill, making it an ideal choice for outdoor cooking lovers. With a crispy exterior and tender inside, these potatoes are sure to impress guests while complementing any main course from grilled meats to fresh salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 1/2 cup chopped chives
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Coarse salt
- Ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the chive butter by mixing softened butter, chopped chives, minced garlic, coarse salt, and ground black pepper in a bowl until well combined. Set aside.
- Wash and scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly. Slice them thinly about 1/8 inch apart without cutting all the way through.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat. Brush each potato generously with the prepared chive butter, ensuring some seeps into the slices. Sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Place potatoes on a baking tray and grill for about 45 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork, basting halfway through with more chive butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato (approx. 10 oz)
- Calories: 376
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg