Easy Smoked Baby Potatoes with Beer Mustard and BBQ Rub
Easy smoked baby potatoes with beer mustard and BBQ rub are the perfect crispy, tender side dish for your grilled meat. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to get that perfect smoky flavor every time. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Baked Sour Cream and Onion Chicken Recipe and Easy Cajun Sweet Potato Rice Bowl with Black Beans.
Why This Easy Smoked Baby Potatoes with Beer Mustard and BBQ Rub Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy skin with tender inside
- Perfect smoky flavor
- Easy to make, better than takeout
- Great for grilled meat and cookouts
What You'll Need for Easy Smoked Baby Potatoes with Beer Mustard and BBQ Rub
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes
- 1/2 cup beer
- 1/4 cup mustard
- 1 tbsp BBQ rub
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Chopped fresh parsley
- Optional: Crumbled bacon
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Baby potatoes: Use small, uniform potatoes for even cooking.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast iron skillet — Even heat for perfect crispy skin. → See on Amazon
- Instant-read thermometer — Ensures potatoes are cooked through. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Smoked Baby Potatoes with Beer Mustard and BBQ Rub
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) with a cast iron skillet inside.
- Prepare potatoes: Toss baby potatoes in olive oil, salt, pepper, and BBQ rub. Place in preheated skillet.
- Smoke potatoes: Smoke potatoes in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until tender and crispy.
- Make beer mustard: Mix beer, mustard, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt. Brush onto potatoes.
- Broil potatoes: Broil potatoes for 2-3 minutes for extra crispy skin. Garnish and serve.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Smoked Baby Potatoes with Beer Mustard and BBQ Rub
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid overcrowding the skillet to prevent soggy potatoes. Use two skillets if needed.
- Pro tip: For extra smoky flavor, add a handful of wood chips to the skillet before smoking.
- Pro tip: Brush on beer mustard just before serving to keep potatoes crispy.
Storing & Reheating Easy Smoked Baby Potatoes with Beer Mustard and BBQ Rub
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Can be made ahead and reheated.
Freezing Easy Smoked Baby Potatoes with Beer Mustard and BBQ Rub
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Not recommended for reheating in the microwave.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beer mustard.
- Best substitution: Substitute beer with chicken broth for a non-alcoholic version.
- Make-ahead: Potatoes can be smoked ahead and reheated before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not tender, cook them longer before smoking.
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Easy Smoked Baby Potatoes with Beer Mustard and BBQ Rub
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes
- 1/2 cup beer
- 1/4 cup mustard
Seasonings
- 1 tbsp BBQ rub
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Crumbled bacon
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) with a cast iron skillet inside.
- Prepare potatoes: Toss baby potatoes in olive oil, salt, pepper, and BBQ rub. Place in preheated skillet.
- Smoke potatoes: Smoke potatoes in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until tender and crispy.
- Make beer mustard: Mix beer, mustard, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt. Brush onto potatoes.
- Broil potatoes: Broil potatoes for 2-3 minutes for extra crispy skin. Garnish and serve.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beer mustard.
- Best substitution: Substitute beer with chicken broth for a non-alcoholic version.
- Make-ahead: Potatoes can be smoked ahead and reheated before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not tender, cook them longer before smoking.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Not recommended for reheating in the microwave.
- Make ahead: Can be made ahead and reheated.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 1g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Smoked Baby Potatoes with Beer Mustard and BBQ Rub FAQs
Yes, smoke potatoes ahead and reheat before serving. Brush on beer mustard just before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the skillet. Use two skillets if needed. Ensure potatoes are cooked through before smoking.
Yes, but cut them into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
Broil potatoes for 2-3 minutes after smoking. Avoid overcrowding the skillet.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Smoked Baby Potatoes with Beer Mustard and BBQ Rub and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
