Looking to go beyond the usual burgers and hot dogs for your Fourth of July cookout this year? Well, one way to elevate the whole thing beyond the main event is with some smoked side dishes.
A bunch of these sides spread out around the table makes everyone feel that they’re enjoying a true feast. The Fourth of July is a day to celebrate and be proud to be American, so don’t hold back on our very best food options! Oh, and they’re delicious.
At Goode Co. Shop, we specialize in pairing smoked meats like brisket, Texas sausages, and pork ribs with suitable sides. So, let’s dive into a look at our best recommendations:
Top Smoked Sides Dishes for Your Family on Independence Day
Smoked Mac and Cheese, with a Texan Kick
Here’s a barbeque twist on the classic mac and cheese. It’s creamy, cheesy, and great with brisket.
Simply, mix your cooked pasta with butter, the egg/milk mixture, and your preferred cheeses. Then, add a layer of cheese and put it on the smoker at around 300 degrees for 1 hour, or until all the cheese is melted. It’ll gain a gorgeous, crunchy top layer. Add jalapeños or brisket crumble to the mix for a Texan kick!
Pit-Smoked Pinto Beans
Smoky and spicy, combine your dried, soaked, and simmered pinto beans for 30 minutes at around 300 to 325 degrees. Add in some smoked bacon, tomatoes, seasoning, and spices to the taste you prefer. It’ll be unbelievable! You can then serve them up in a taco or as a side with your smoked meats.
Smoked Corn on the Cob
Put your corn on the smoker for a delicious and healthy smoked side dish with a barbeque twist. That smoke will give the kernels something different from the usual cobs your guests will eat at home. Use mesquite wood for the true Texan smoke flavor and season them with butter, lime and chili powder.
You’ll know the cobs are done when the kernels fall off with the test of a fork push.
Smoked Potato Salad
Potato salad is a staple of any Fourth of July cookout. But you can pack some flavor into this year via smoked potatoes.
First, coat the cleaned potatoes with olive oil and put them on a baking sheet in the smoker. Close the lid and wait for around 25 minutes or until they’re tender. Once they’ve cooled, you can either remove the skins or keep them or (your call), before combining it with your usual potato salad creamy sauce mix.
Smoked Deviled Eggs
Time for a game-changing twist on this old summer classic BBQ side dish, Deviled Eggs. Normally, you boil the eggs and then replace the yolk with fillings such as paprika, mayonnaise, or mustard. But if you smoke them in advance, you’ll gain an extra smooth texture.
Start by placing the eggs (in their shells) on the smoker at 325 degrees. After 30 minutes, you can submerge them in ice water, allowing you to peel their shells off carefully. Then, place them back on the smoker at around 150 degrees (the lower the better)! Placing them directly on the grill grates for around 45 minutes will give them an incredible flavor.
Smoked Barbeque Potatoes
Stuffed or loaded potatoes can also be smoked on your grill for that extra barbeque flavor. You can stuff them with chopped brisket, sausage, ham, or turkey!
What Meats Should You Have on the Fourth of July?
Go all Texan and nothing else this Fourth of July cookout. So, think big and only the best. Here’s what we’ll be cooking up at Goode Co. Shop:
Brisket
Smoked low and slow for many hours over mesquite, our Texas smoked brisket is a combination of the finest cuts of USDA beef and our signature hand-blended rubs. It’s damn Goode!
One whole brisket weighs around 8- 10 lbs (enough for 8-10 people) and comes with our homemade Jalapeño cheese bread and original barbeque sauce.
Pork Ribs
Our slow-smoked, meaty, and extra juicy pork ribs fall right off the bone - the way they should! They’ll arrive ready to heat and enjoy, alongside our original barbeque sauce. Delicious.
Mesquite Turkey Breast
For those who prefer white meat, our Smoked Turkey Breast is a perfect option. It’s been slowly smoked over mesquite wood, the Texan way, and is coated with our special glaze. Tender, moist, and a guarantee for tomorrow’s leftover lunch.
Go All Out - The Pride of Sam Houston
Celebrate what it means to be free, with this huge pack that pays homage to the bearer of our city’s namesake (and the first president of the Republic of Texas) with the Pride of Sam Houston pack.
It includes the best we have to offer, including a huge brisket, pork ribs, jalapeño cheese bread, original sauces, Jalapeño sausages, and our original Czech sausages.
Oh, and a Texan Brazos Bottom Pecan Pie! You’ll never taste a gooey version.
Pre-Order Your Barbeque Meats Today, Ready Your Fourth of July Barbeque
Goode Co. Shop is the best and easiest way to get mesquite-smoked barbeque meats ready to heat and serve at home, especially with our Fourth of July BBQ gift boxes.
Our packs of USDA brisket, pork ribs, sausages, and Turkey have been slow-smoked for up to 12 hours with hand-crafted rubs. They’re ready to throw on the grill and eat on the big day!
All our meats are vacuum sealed and rapidly chilled to preserve the true mesquite taste.
We welcome you to browse our store today (don’t forget to check out our original sauces)!
When to Order To Ensure Delivery Before July 4th?
We recommend placing your pre-order on our incredible smoked, barbeque meats as soon as possible to avoid disappointment during this busy season. Orders are shipped next business day, Monday to Wednesday.
As Fourth of July is a Friday in 2025, you should place your order no later than Monday, July 1st, to be certain it arrives on time (via FedEx).
Orders placed after Tuesday, 8:00p p.m. CST with FedEx 2-Day delivery will ship out the following day.