BBQ Boiled Potatoes

A unique eastern North Carolina recipe for stewed potatoes boiled with salt, spices and hot sauce perfect to serve with barbeque or any homecooked meal.

📝 Ingredients

• 3 lbs red potatoes
• 6 cups water
• 1/4 cup hot sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons salt
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder (optional)
• 1/4 cup bacon grease
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce or ketchup

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Cut potatoes in half (or cut into thick slices if using larger potatoes) then add to a medium-large pot.
2. 2Add water and remaining ingredients then bring to a boil.
3. 3Cover pot then boil for 20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender. Taste potatoes about 15 minutes into cooking then add more salt or other spices if desired.
4. 4Remove from heat then let rest at least 10 minutes before serving. The longer they soak, the better they taste!