Vegan Carrot Hot Dogs

Vegan Carrot Dogs can be topped any way you like. Plus, they’re grillable which make them great for vegan summer BBQ’s! Leave the unhealthy mock meats at the store and slide a carrot between those buns instead! Grilling, stovetop and oven directions included!

THE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

8-10 organic carrots, peeled and cut to size

Marinade:

1/4 cup water
4 tablespoons tamari (or soy sauce)
3 teaspoons liquid smoke
2 teaspoons maple syrup
1 teaspoons paprika
1/4 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

INSTRUCTIONS

Prep the carrots and marinade
Boil the prepped carrots for about 10 min to soften them until they are just fork tender. You don't want to fully cook the carrots, but the fork shouldn't have too much resistance going in. Think hot dog tender. I test the carrots by poking one with a fork. Once the fork pierces the center of the carrot without too much force they’re done.
While the carrots boil, prep the marinade. Mix all the ingredients in a shallow glass dish.
Remove the carrots from the hot water and poke them a few times with a fork. This will allow them to absorb more marinade. Now add the carrots to the marinade.
Marinate them in the fridge for at least 2 hours, but overnight is best for more flavor. Rotate the carrots a few times for an even coating.

Grilling Instructions:

Grill the carrots on a gas or charcoal grill until heated throughout and grill marks have formed. (about 5-8 minutes)
Flip and heat for another 2-3 minutes to add grill marks to the other side. Brush the carrots with the extra marinade throughout the grilling process.

Oven Instructions:

Preheat oven to 415ºF.
Place carrot dogs on a cast iron grill or parchment lined baking sheet. Brush the carrots with a bit of extra marinade.
Bake for 15 min, then flip each carrot dog, brush with more marinade and bake for another 10 minutes.

Stovetop Instructions:

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Carefully place the carrots in your skillet.
Heat on each side for about 5 minutes or until heated throughout. While the carrots cook, brush them with the extra marinade.

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