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Honey Mustard Potatoes

ByAva
Published OnJan 15, 2025
Updated OnMar 13, 2026

If you love the flavour of honey and mustard, you’re in the right place! These Honey Mustard Potatoes are both sweet and savory. Many of us enjoy this flavor pairing in popular salad recipes, but have you considered using it with par-boiled baby potatoes?

In this recipe, we use actual mustard seeds for crunch, The combination of honey and mustard creates one of the best spice pairings ever. So, if you’re hosting a family dinner party and looking for something outrageously delicious, this is the recipe for you. The blend of tangy mustard, rich honey, and garlic adds depth of flavor, while the herbs bring sophistication. Instead of roasting potatoes, we parboil them in this recipe before cooking them in a wok or pot of your choice.

This dish is perfect for those occasions when you’re serving sausages, grilled lamb chops, and salad. When I first tasted this delightful mixture of flavors, I was pleasantly surprised by how good it was. It offered a wonderful depth, tanginess, and an unusual umami quality. Everyone knows that honey and mustard are a match made in heaven. So, what’s the key to making the perfect honey-and-mustard potatoes? Start with baby potatoes or fingerlings. The skin of smaller potatoes is softer and ideal for this dish. Keeping the skin intact ensures that the seasoning adheres better, resulting in every bite being packed with that delicious honey-mustard flavor.

Ingredients

Baby Potatoes, Ground Mustard Powder, Oregano, Garlic Powder, Paprika, Salt, Mustard seeds, Onion Powder, Garlic Cloves, Dijon Mustard, Honey, Butter, Olive Oil, Fresh Parsley.

This recipe features three types of mustard: mustard seeds, mustard powder, and Dijon mustard. Dijon mustard has always been one of my favorite condiments. The combination of these three elements creates a unique flavor that you will remember forever. If you’re a big fan of mustard, you’ll love this recipe. Will it be too mustardy? Not at all! The honey helps to balance out the flavors. Onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika powder are essential spices that add heat, while garlic cloves provide a nice crunch. If you’d prefer to skip the mustard seeds altogether, you can substitute them with whole-grain Dijon mustard.

Instructions

Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add salt. Thoroughly wash the baby potatoes under running water. Add the baby potatoes to the pot. Parboil the baby potatoes for eight to twelve minutes. This step ensures the potato’s interior remains soft and moist. After the baby potatoes are parboiled. Drain the water and set aside.

Preheat a pot on the stove to medium-high heat. Add the butter, spices, and garlic cloves. Stir well. Add the Honey and Dijon mustard. Make sure that the condiments and spices are properly mixed. When the glaze starts to bubble, add the baby potatoes.

Stir the baby potatoes with the spices until well combined. This step is important to ensure the potatoes are well coated. Lower the heat to medium-low and stir for 4 minutes. Check whether the potatoes are soft enough to eat. Use a fork to pierce the potato’s skin. If it is soft, it is ready. If not, continue to stir the mixture. Add olive oil to coat the potatoes.

There you have it! Your Honey and Mustard potatoes are ready. This recipe has got to be one of the easiest and most delicious recipes to make in a short amount of time.

How to Store Honey Mustard Potatoes

Store Honey Mustard Potatoes in an airtight container for up to one week. Freezing is not recommended, as it will alter the texture of the potatoes. However, you can prepare a large batch of the glaze in advance and use it when making this recipe.

What to Serve with Honey Mustard Potatoes

There are many delicious options to serve with Honey Mustard Potatoes. They pair wonderfully with grilled meats, grilled fish, or baked chicken wings.