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Carrot Hot Dogs

Creator hot for food
Cook Time 25 minutes
Difficulty Easy
Servings 4
4.7 out of 5 (823 ratings)

What People Love About This Recipe

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"Mind-blowing concept"

Most mentioned in 400+ comments

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"Perfect smoky flavor"

Marinade is everything

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"Great for BBQs"

Grill-friendly option

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"Whole food goodness"

No processed ingredients

Recipe Overview

These carrot hot dogs from hot for food will blow your mind! Carrots are transformed into smoky, savory hot dogs through a magical marinade process. They're perfect for BBQs and a healthy whole-food alternative to processed vegan hot dogs.

Key Ingredients

  • Large carrots
  • Soy sauce
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Liquid smoke
  • Maple syrup
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Smoked paprika

Pro Tips from the Comments

  • Boil first: "Boiling the carrots before marinating helps them absorb more flavor" - @carrotdog
  • Marinate overnight: "24 hours of marinating makes all the difference" - @marinademaster
  • Grill marks matter: "Get those char marks for authentic hot dog vibes" - @grillmaster

Community Reviews & Tips

823 comments
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Amy C.
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My kids love these! They call them "carrot dogs" and request them all the time. So much healthier than store-bought vegan dogs and they taste amazing.