Yields: 4 servings | Prep Time: 15 minutes, plus overnight to marinate | Cook Time: 30 minutes
When I first saw carrot dog recipes all over the web, done in a variety of ways, I thought it sounded very strange. But I’m an adventurist when it comes to plant-based foods, so I had to give it a try. Surprisingly, they’re so good that even my omnivore friends love them! I am not sure where this idea originated, but many thanks to the creator.
4 large carrots
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons low-sodium tamari
1 teaspoon molasses
¼ teaspoon liquid smoke
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
4 whole-grain hot dog buns, toasted if desired
Toppings (optional)
Ketchup (low sodium/sugar)
Dijon mustard
Diced onion
Coleslaw
Sauerkraut
Relish
Chili
- Peel the carrots, trim the ends, and cut them to the length of your hot dog buns.
- Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the carrots and cook for 5 to 8 minutes, until tender but not mushy. Drain the carrots in a colander and put them under cold running water. This shocks them and prevents them from getting any softer.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, water, tamari, molasses, liquid smoke, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper. Transfer the marinade to a large ziptop bag and add the cooled carrots. Toss gently to coat. Refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove the carrots from the marinade and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until heated through and slightly browned.
- Serve the carrots in the hot dog buns with your choice of toppings.
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Can you grill the carrots instead of baking them ?
Hi Sherry! Kim says yes, you can grill them, but you’ll need to par-boil them first and marinate before grilling.