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Ash-Roasted Potatoes

Ash-Roasted Potatoes Outdoor Cooking Recipe

You only need one ingredient to make ash-roasted potatoes plus toppings of your choice. Soft and smoky on the inside these potatoes are a must-try at your next camping trip.

Ash-Roasted Potatoes

Wrapped in foil and cooked to perfection, ash-roasted potatoes require minimal preparation and no cooking skills whatsoever!

How to make ash roasted potatoes

Have you ever wondered how to cook potatoes in hot ashes? Well, let me tell you that it is the simplest recipe ever.

You have two options: Either you cook them as they are or you wrap them in aluminum foil first. I prefer using the foil as it keeps the ashes away from the potatoes.

How to make Ash-Roasted Potatoes Step 1
How to make Ash-Roasted Potatoes Step 2

Ash-roasted potatoes can be cooked in the ashes of a campfire or charcoal grill. Just note that you need a lot of ashes and it will take some time to cook them.

How to make Ash-Roasted Potatoes Step 3

How long does it take to cook ash-roasted potatoes?

This will depend on how hot the ashes are, and on the type and size of potatoes. A large potato will take about 60-90 minutes.

How to make Ash-Roasted Potatoes Step 4

How do I know the potatoes are ready?

Take one out, let it cool down slightly and un-wrap the foil. Make sure not to burn your fingers. Now either cut the potato in half and taste it or stick a toothpick or knife inside (all the way to the bottom) to see if it’s soft.

I prefer cutting the potato open and taste it as it’s the best way to see if they are done.

Ash-roasted potatoes will be black on the outside when they are ready.

Ash-Roasted Potatoes Topped with Sour Cream

Toppings

Ash-roasted potatoes taste amazing with a large dollop of butter, a generous sprinkle of salt (and pepper, if you like).

Sour cream and chives are other delicious toppings and if you want to bring ash-roasted potatoes to a whole new level, you can also top them with crispy bacon.

If I have Parmesan Butter on hand, I like to use it.

Ash-Roasted Potatoes with Butter adn Chives

More easy campfire recipes:

  • Cabbage and Sausage Foil Packets
  • Vegetable Foil Packets
  • Campfire Potatoes
  • Grilled Salmon Foil Packets

Want to see how to make Ash-Roasted Potatoes? Watch the video!

Ash-Roasted Potatoes
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Ash-Roasted Potatoes

You only need one ingredient to make ash-roasted potatoes plus toppings of your choice. Soft and smoky on the inside these potatoes are a must-try at your next camping trip.
Cook Time1 hr 30 mins
Total Time1 hr 30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 97
Author: Julia

Ingredients

  • 4 Medium Potatoes , see note 1

Toppings:

  • Butter
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • Sour Cream
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Instructions 

  • Wash the potatoes and wrap each one in a sheet of aluminum foil.
  • Bury the potatoes in the ashes and let them cook for about 60-90 minutes (see note 3).
  • Check for doneness by unwrapping one, cutting it open and tasting (you can also insert a skewer or knife to see if they are soft). They should be almost black on the outside and have hard skin.

Video

Notes

  1. Double / triple / half … the recipe, if you like.
  2. The choice of toppings is up to you. Chives and crispy bacon are other tasty choices.
  3. The cooking time will vary – depending on the size of the potatoes you are using and the heat of the ashes.
  4. You can use any type of potatoes and any size (I don’t recommend using baby potatoes though as they are way too small. Go for medium or large size potatoes).
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, International
Keyword: Ash Roasted Potatoes Recipe, How to make Ash Roasted Potatoes
Nutrition Facts
Ash-Roasted Potatoes
Amount per Serving
Calories
97
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Cholesterol
 
10
mg
3
%
Sodium
 
36
mg
2
%
Potassium
 
453
mg
13
%
Carbohydrates
 
14
g
5
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
 
119
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
 
12
mg
15
%
Calcium
 
42
mg
4
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Toni says

    13/08/2019 at 16:32

    I loved how easy this is to make! My family loved it!5 stars

    Reply
    • Julia | Happy Foods Tube says

      16/08/2019 at 10:00

      I am glad to hear!

      Reply
  2. Alison says

    13/08/2019 at 17:08

    This is so simple and delicious! I love that I can make these for the family and everyone can load their potato to their liking. It’s a meal in and of itself!5 stars

    Reply
    • Julia | Happy Foods Tube says

      16/08/2019 at 10:01

      Thanks, Alison!

      Reply
  3. Courtney says

    13/08/2019 at 17:39

    I can’t wait to try this next time we are camping!5 stars

    Reply
    • Julia | Happy Foods Tube says

      16/08/2019 at 10:02

      Let me know what you think!

      Reply
  4. Tayler Ross says

    13/08/2019 at 17:48

    I love how crispy these potatoes get on the outside! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!5 stars

    Reply
    • Julia | Happy Foods Tube says

      16/08/2019 at 10:02

      You are welcome, Tayler! :)

      Reply
  5. Matt Freund says

    13/08/2019 at 17:59

    These potatoes look really good. I am going to have to give them a try.

    Reply
    • Julia | Happy Foods Tube says

      16/08/2019 at 10:03

      Let me know how you liked them!

      Reply
  6. Matt Freund says

    24/07/2020 at 06:33

    This was so easy and so yummy.5 stars

    Reply
    • Julia | Happy Foods Tube says

      24/07/2020 at 08:13

      That’s great to hear, Matt. Thanks so much for your feedback!

      Reply
  7. Matt says

    07/01/2021 at 22:52

    These look really tasty5 stars

    Reply

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