Simple 1-Step Campfire Potatoes (Print)
Foil-wrapped potatoes with herbs, cooked over campfire coals for an easy, outdoor vegetarian side.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 large potatoes, washed and scrubbed
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60 ml olive oil or melted butter
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1 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Optional Seasonings
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Garlic powder, to taste
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Onion powder, to taste
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Paprika, to taste
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Chopped fresh herbs, to taste
# Steps:
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Cut the potatoes into quarters or large chunks.
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In a large bowl, toss the potato pieces with olive oil or melted butter, salt, black pepper, and any desired optional seasonings.
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Arrange the seasoned potatoes in the center of a large sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Fold and seal the edges to create a tightly closed packet.
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Place the foil packet directly into the embers of a hot campfire. Cook for 20–30 minutes, turning the packet occasionally, until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
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Carefully remove the foil packet from the fire using tongs. Allow to cool briefly before opening. Serve hot.
# Notes:
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Cooking duration will vary depending on the intensity of the campfire embers.
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Handle the foil packet cautiously as it will be very hot when removing from the fire.
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For shorter campfire cooking, partially pre-cook the potatoes at home prior to your trip.