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Easy Carrot Dogs
This plant-based alternative to hot dogs is surprisingly tasty! Easy carrot dogs are just 30 minutes away.
Prep Time
15
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
minutes
Total Time
30
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
people
Author
Beth Hornback
Ingredients
8
carrots
peeled and trimmed to hot dog bun length
8
hot dog buns
1
cup
soy sauce or tamari
2
tablespoons
liquid smoke
2
tablespoons
steak sauce or vegan worcestershire sauce
2
tablespoons
maple syrup
2
tablespoons
ketchup or tomato paste
2
cups
water
Instructions
How to make Carrot Dogs on the Stovetop
In a medium saucepan, whisk together liquid ingredients.
Add peeled carrots and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to a medium simmer and cook carrots until barely fork-tender, 8-10 minutes depending on thickness.
Remove from the heat and let sit for 15-20 minutes.
Remove from the cooking liquid and serve with desired toppings.
How to make Carrot Dogs in the Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker
All all liquid ingredients into the Instant Pot insert, and whisk to combine.
Add carrots and lock the lid.
Cook at high pressure for 3 minutes, then release pressure manually.
Let sit in the marinade for 15-20 minutes, simmering in the liquid if not all the way cooked.
Notes
Topping ideas for carrot dogs:
Classic - mustard, ketchup, relish, onions
Coleslaw - southwestern or classic
Vegan Mac & Cheese - yes, I went there, yes, it’s awesome
Vegan Chili -
this is a good one
, just saying