Step 1

Preheat grill on high for 15 minutes with lid closed to about 350º F (176º C). Wash potatoes and prick all over with fork. Place potatoes, one by one, in a medium bowl and coat all over with neutral oil.

Step 2

Pour enough salt into another medium bowl to cover the bottom. Transfer oiled potatoes to bowl with salt and turn to coat with a thin layer of salt. Repeat with all potatoes. Place prepared potatoes in microwave and cook on high for 4 minutes.

Step 3

Wrap microwaved potatoes in two layers of aluminum foil to prevent leaks or flare-ups.

Step 4

Place potatoes directly on grill grate and shut lid. Keep lid shut the entire time; expect cook time to be a bit longer if lid must open for other items. Grill for 30-40 minutes or until completely soft all the way through. Pierce with a skewer to test for doneness. Skewer should easily pierce potato all the way through with no resistance.

Step 5

Slice longways down the center of the cooked potato and gently press in ends to open. Use a fork to fluff potato flesh and serve with desired toppings.