Description
These vegan carrot hot dogs offer a smoky, savory twist on traditional hot dogs, making them a delightful and fun meat-free option perfect for summer cookouts and BBQs. Marinated overnight for deep flavor and grilled to achieve a delicious char, they serve as an excellent plant-based alternative in buns with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
Carrots
- 8 medium hot dog-sized carrots (about 1½ pounds)
Marinade
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup tamari
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Water, as needed to submerge carrots
Other
- Avocado oil, for drizzling
- Hot dog buns, for serving
- Homemade relish, for serving
- Desired fixings (mustard, ketchup, onions, etc.)
Instructions
- Prepare the carrots: Peel the carrots and trim them to match the size of your hot dog buns for easy serving and eating.
- Steam the carrots: Place the carrots in a steamer basket set over a pot with 1 inch of simmering water. Cover and steam for 10 to 12 minutes until the carrots are fork-tender but still slightly firm in the center.
- Make the marinade: In a shallow container or baking dish, whisk together apple cider vinegar, tamari, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Add the steamed carrots and pour in enough water to fully submerge them in the marinade. Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate and marinate overnight to develop flavor.
- Grill the carrots: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove carrots from the marinade and pat dry to prevent steaming. Drizzle with avocado oil for a nice char, and grill the carrots for 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally until grill marks form and they are evenly charred.
- Serve: Take the grilled carrot hot dogs off the grill and place them in hot dog buns. Add homemade relish and your desired fixings like mustard, ketchup, onions, or any favorite toppings to complete your vegan hot dogs.
Notes
- Steaming carrots until just tender ensures they hold their shape while grilling.
- Marinating overnight enhances the smoky and savory flavor profile.
- Patting the carrots dry before grilling helps achieve a better char and prevents sogginess.
- Feel free to customize your toppings to suit your taste preferences.
- This recipe works great for summer BBQs or anytime you want a plant-based alternative to hot dogs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American