For a smoky flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika to the marinade. If you don't have a grill, you can pan-fry the carrots in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat until browned. Adjust the marinating time to your taste. The longer they marinate, the more flavorful they become.
Carrot Hot Dogs
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME25 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 40 mins
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SERVING10 People
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VIEWS51
Transform humble carrots into surprisingly delicious vegan hot dogs! Marinated in a savory, umami-rich blend, these 'carrot dogs' are a delightful and healthy alternative, perfect for grilling and topping with your favorite condiments.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate8 g
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Fiber2 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium1486 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat6 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
15 mins
Prepare the Carrots: Place a steamer basket in a saucepan with enough water to reach just below the basket. Bring to a boil. Add the carrots, cover, and steam until slightly tender, about 15 minutes. Immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking. (Total time: 20 minutes)
02
Step
3 hrs
Marinate: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and black pepper. Place the carrots in a resealable bag or container and pour the marinade over them. Ensure carrots are submerged. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, for the best flavor. (Marinating time: 3+ hours)
03
Step
5 mins
Grill the Carrots: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates. Remove the carrots from the marinade, gently shaking off the excess. Discard the used marinade. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
04
Step
7 mins
Cook: Place the marinated carrots on the preheated grill and cook, turning occasionally, until they have grill marks and are heated through, about 5-10 minutes. (Cooking time: 5-10 minutes)
05
StepServe: Serve the grilled carrot dogs in hot dog buns with your favorite toppings like ketchup, mustard, relish, or sauerkraut.
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Cole Glover
May 14, 2025These are surprisingly delicious! I will definitely make them again.
Earnest Jenkins
Apr 30, 2025A fun recipe to try!
Damian Terry
Feb 7, 2025My kids loved them! A fun and healthy way to get them to eat their vegetables.
Annetta Kreiger
Feb 5, 2025Easy to make and a great alternative to traditional hot dogs!
Whitney Johnslangworth
Jan 30, 2025I was skeptical, but these were amazing! The marinade really gives the carrots a great flavor.
Colin Bogan
Dec 30, 2024I roasted them in the oven instead of grilling and they came out great!
Karen Ankunding
Dec 23, 2024I added a little smoked paprika to the marinade and it gave them a delicious smoky flavor.
Florence Bailey
Nov 3, 2024The longer you marinate the carrots, the better they taste. I marinated mine overnight and they were perfect.