Honey Mustard Potatoes

Many people enjoy honey and mustard flavors in salad dressings, but have you ever thought of adding them to baby potatoes? When I first tried honey and mustard with potatoes as an experiment, I was surprised by how well the flavors paired.

We usually associate this combination with chicken, salads, or sandwiches, but potatoes are a wonderful match too.

These honey mustard potatoes are a simple side dish with plenty of character. The honey adds a gentle sweetness. In contrast, Dijon mustard gives the potatoes a sharp edge. Mustard seeds add texture throughout, and the garlic and spices round everything out. The best part is that you don’t need to roast the potatoes for long. I parboil the baby potatoes first, giving them a soft center before they go into the pan. They then cook in the honey-mustard mixture until the glaze clings to their skins.

Why You’ll Love These Honey Mustard Potatoes

A few things make this recipe different from a standard honey mustard potato dish. First, I use three forms of mustard: mustard powder, Dijon mustard, and mustard seeds. Each one brings something slightly different. The mustard powder works with the spices, Dijon creates the main tangy glaze, and the mustard seeds add texture.

Why Use Three Types of Mustard?

Combining mustard seeds, mustard powder, and Dijon mustard gives these potatoes more depth than using Dijon alone. The Dijon mustard forms the glaze base and adds its familiar sharp flavor. Mustard powder blends into the butter and seasonings, while mustard seeds add a pleasant crunch.

If you don’t have mustard seeds, use whole-grain Dijon mustard instead. It will give the finished potatoes a similar textural element. And if you are wondering whether using three types of mustard will make the potatoes too strong, the answer is no. The honey softens the sharpness and brings the whole glaze together.

What Do Honey Mustard Potatoes Taste Like?

These potatoes have a lovely balance of sweet and savory flavors. The honey adds mild sweetness, but the Dijon mustard keeps it from becoming syrupy. The mustard seeds add texture, while garlic and paprika bring a deeper savory note. The result isn’t an overly sweet potato dish. Instead, the honey rounds out the mustard and creates a glossy coating that pairs well with the natural flavor of baby potatoes.

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. The combination of these three elements creates a unique flavor that you will remember forever. 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 has got to be one of the easiest and most delicious recipes to make in a short time.

Can I Use Fingerling Potatoes?

Yes. Fingerling potatoes are an excellent alternative to baby potatoes. Look for small potatoes with thin skins, so they cook evenly and become tender quickly. If the potatoes are larger, cut them into smaller pieces before parboiling. Keep the skin on because it adds a little more texture and gives the honey mustard glaze something to cling to.

Can I Make These Without Mustard Seeds?

Absolutely. If you don’t have mustard seeds, substitute whole-grain Dijon mustard. You will lose some of the little pops of texture from the seeds, but the potatoes will still have plenty of mustard flavor. You can also adjust the honey-to-Dijon balance to suit your taste. For a sharper glaze, add a little more Dijon. For a sweeter finish, add a little more honey.

A Simple Potato Side with Plenty of Flavor

What I like most about these Honey Mustard Potatoes is how little work they require. The potatoes are parboiled first, so you don’t have to cook them from raw in the pan. Once they are tender, the rest comes together quickly with butter, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, and spices.

They are also a little different from the usual roasted or boiled potato side dish. The glossy honey mustard coating gives them a completely different character. In contrast, the mustard seeds add texture to every bite.  

If you already love honey mustard chicken or honey mustard dressing, this is an easy way to bring those same flavors to the dinner table in a different form. Serve the potatoes warm, finish them with fresh parsley, and spoon any remaining glaze from the pan over the top.

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

Many delicious options pair well with Honey Mustard Potatoes. They pair wonderfully with Rib-Eye Steak, Lime & Butter Chicken, and Baked Chicken Wings, Mashed Potatoes, Grilled Fish. Explore Western recipes, Easy Dinner recipes and other Side-dishes for quick meal ideas.