Cowboy Butter Potatoes on the Blackstone Griddle
These cowboy butter potatoes are perfectly cooked on the griddle or in a skillet, then tossed with a rich and flavorful compound butter. A simple side dish to serve with your favorite protein, this will be your new favorite way to cook potatoes on the Blackstone!
Ingredients
- 218 oz bags baby yellow potatoes
- 1 mediumsweet onion
chopped, optional
- ½ tbspall-purpose flour
- 2 tbsphigh-heat cooking oil
or beef tallow or bacon grease
- 2 tbspfresh chives and/or parsley
diced
- ½ cbutter
- 4 clovesgarlic
minced
- ½ mediumshallot
finely minced
- 1 tbspworcestershire sauce
- 1 tbspdijon mustard
- 1 tbspprepared horseradish
- 1 tbspshake that all-purpose seasoning
- 1 tspsmoked paprika
- ½ tspcrushed red pepper flakes
optional
- juice of ½ lemon
Directions
- 1
Cut the potatoes in halves or quarters so they are uniform in size. Add the cut potatoes to a large pot of salted boiling water. Boil the potatoes about 8-10 minutes or until barely fork tender.
- 2
Drain the potatoes well, and transfer to a large baking sheet in a thin even layer. Toss potatoes in a very light dusting of all-purpose flour (about ½ - 1 tablespoon). *I like to use a fine mesh strainer for this so that I don’t add too much flour. This step is key for crisp texture on the griddle.
- 3
Heat griddle on medium heat. Then add about 2-3 tablespoons high-heat cooking oil (or tallow or bacon grease) to the heated surface and spread it around with your spatula.
- 4
Place the potatoes cut side down on the oiled surface, and allow them to cook untouched for about 6-8 minutes for a nice charred golden color to develop. *If adding the chopped onions, add those to the griddle as well, nestling them in between the potatoes.
- 5
While the potatoes cook, begin making the cowboy butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add a stick of butter to a large skillet with garlic and shallot. Sauté until the garlic and shallot are softened, but not browned. Then add the crushed red pepper flakes. Continue to cook until the butter is fully melted.
- 6
Remove the butter from the heat and add the remaining cowboy butter ingredients to the skillet, including the Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, all-purpose seasoning, horseradish, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly, taste, and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- 7
Once a golden brown color develops on the bottom of the potatoes, begin to sauté together the potatoes and onions. Continue to cook until the potatoes are done to your liking. *Total cooking time for potatoes could be 15-18 minutes, depending on your griddle's heating capabilities.
- 8
When potatoes are deeply golden and cooked through, transfer them (along with onions) to a large bowl. Pour the cowboy butter over the hot potatoes, sprinkle with freshly chopped chives and parsley, and toss well.
- 9
Let the potatoes rest about 3-4 minutes, then serve. Sprinkle with more chives or parsley for garnish. *As you’re serving the potatoes, be sure to scoop from the bottom of the bowl. All of that concentrated cowboy butter seeps down through the cracks, so you’ll need to redistribute it as you plate the potatoes
About this Recipe
Get ready to elevate your side dish game with these incredible Cowboy Butter Potatoes on the Blackstone Griddle! If you're looking for a recipe that combines crispy, flavorful potatoes with a rich, aromatic sauce, you've found your new favorite. Perfect for pairing with any grilled protein, these Blackstone potatoes deliver an explosion of taste that will have everyone asking for more.What makes these Cowboy butter potatoes so special? It's the dynamic duo of griddle-cooked perfection and that irresistibly savory cowboy butter. Cooking potatoes on the Blackstone griddle ensures a beautifully golden, slightly charred exterior while keeping the insides tender and fluffy. The high heat creates that coveted crispy texture that's hard to achieve any other way.But the real magic happens when these perfectly cooked spuds meet our homemade cowboy butter. This compound butter is a flavor powerhouse, infused with minced garlic, shallots, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, zesty horseradish, smoked paprika, and a bright squeeze of fresh lemon juice. It's truly what transforms simple potatoes into a gourmet experience.## Tips for Perfect Cowboy Butter Potatoes- Potato Choice: Baby yellow potatoes are fantastic here, but feel free to experiment. You can even try making Sweet potatoes on Blackstone using a similar method for a delicious twist!- Crispy Edges: Don't overcrowd your griddle. Give the potatoes space to breathe and develop that irresistible crust.- Flavor Boost: The optional chopped sweet onion adds another layer of savory goodness, caramelizing beautifully on the griddle.- Spice It Up: A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes in the cowboy butter adds a gentle kick that complements the richness.Serve these Cowboy Butter Potatoes alongside grilled steaks, chicken, or even your favorite smoked brisket for a truly unforgettable meal. This simple side dish is anything but ordinary!