Saucy Smoked Beans
Saucy Smoked Beans are a crowd-pleasing cookout side, layered with flavor from real wood smoke, BBQ rub, and simple pantry staples.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 113kcal
Ingredients
- 22 ounces baked beans 2 large, or 4 smaller cans
- 1 cup white onion diced
- ½ cup green bell pepper diced
- 2 tablespoons pork rub
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar optional
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves garlic chopped fine
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 180°F or set it to super smoke mode if available.
- Add the beans in a disposable aluminum pan. Add the diced onion, diced bell pepper, mustard, Worcestershire, BBQ rub, chopped garlic and optional brown sugar. Mix well.
- Smoke uncovered at 180°F for 1 hour to let the beans absorb smoke flavor.
- Increase the heat to 300–325°F and once simmering gently, cook for 30 to 40 minutes, uncovered, until the beans are gently bubbling and the sauce thickens to your liking.
- Remove from the smoker and let them sit for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Use a strong wood like hickory or oak to give the beans a deeper smoky backbone
- Keep an eye on the heat when you turn it up to prevent burning the bottom layer
- Want more heat? Add a diced jalapeno.
- These beans hold well, so you can make them an hour in advance and keep them warm in your slow cooker or smoker.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 113kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 374mg | Potassium: 336mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 135IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 3mg