How to Make Smoked Potato - A Step-by-Step Guide

Smoked potato is a delicious and unique twist on the classic baked potato. This recipe takes the humble potato and infuses it with a rich, smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with a variety of toppings and accompaniments. Whether you're serving it as a side dish or making it the main event, smoked potato is sure to impress your family and friends.

The process of smoking the potato adds a depth of flavor that is hard to achieve through any other cooking method. The natural earthiness of ...

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Ingredients

  • hickory wood chips
  • 1 large russet potato
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 pinch kosher salt, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 1
  • Yield: 1 potato

  • Preheat a smoker to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Add wood chips according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Using a fork, pierce holes on all sides of the potato. The more holes, the smokier the flavor. Rub oil on all sides of the potato and sprinkle with salt.
  • Place potato directly on the smoker rack and cook for 3 1/2 hours
  • Nutrition

    326 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 422mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 65g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 73mg
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 1554mg