Introduction

Fire up your Arteflame grill and get ready for crispy, smoky perfection! These grilled potato wedges are infused with bold flavors of smoked paprika and butter, paired with a creamy, garlicky aioli that makes every bite irresistible. The flat griddle cooktop ensures an even sear without burning, giving you the best grilled potatoes right at home.

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes, cut into wedges
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (for aioli)

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil onto three paper napkins and place them inside the grill.
2. Stack firewood over the oil-soaked napkins.
3. Light the paper napkins and allow the fire to heat up the Arteflame grill for about 20 minutes.

Step 2: Prepare the potatoes

1. Wash and cut the russet potatoes into thick wedges.
2. In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with melted butter, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 3: Grill the potatoes

1. Place the wedges on the flat cooktop grill, positioning them closer to the center for a higher heat sear.
2. Sear on each side for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
3. Move the wedges to a cooler section of the grill to finish cooking for another 10 minutes until tender.

Step 4: Make the smoky aioli

1. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and smoked paprika.
2. Stir until well combined, then set aside.

Step 5: Serve

1. Remove the crispy wedges from the grill and serve immediately with the smoky aioli.
2. Garnish with fresh herbs or an extra sprinkle of smoked paprika for presentation.

Tips

• For extra crispy wedges, ensure the potato cuts are uniform in size.
• Always move the wedges to a cooler zone of the Arteflame for even cooking.
• Serve hot off the grill for the best texture and flavor.

Variations

1. Cheesy Garlic Wedges: Add grated parmesan cheese and minced garlic before serving.
2. Spicy Cajun Wedges: Replace smoked paprika with Cajun seasoning for a kick.
3. Herb-Infused Wedges: Toss with fresh rosemary and thyme for an aromatic touch.
4. Loaded Wedges: Top with crumbled bacon, sour cream, and chives.
5. Honey Butter Wedges: Drizzle with honey and extra butter for a sweet-savory twist.

Conclusion

These Kansas-style grilled potato wedges with smoky aioli bring out the best flavors of smoked paprika and buttery crunch. Thanks to the Arteflame grill, you get even, crispy results without any burning. Perfect as a side dish or snack, this recipe is bound to be a crowd-pleaser!

Best Pairings

• Grilled Kansas-style steak
• BBQ chicken thighs
• Smoked sausages
• Grilled corn on the cob
• A cold glass of Kansas craft beer