This innovative recipe transforms carrots into hot dogs with an amazing flavor. The carrots are marinated and roasted, then served with a hearty vegan Coney sauce made from lentils, tomato sauce, and seasonings. It's a delicious and fun plant-based alternative to traditional hot dogs.
1: Peel and trim the ends of the medium carrots.
2: In a pan, mix the marinade ingredients: low sodium vegetable broth, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, maple syrup, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and Liquid Smoke.
3: Marinate the carrots for 30 minutes, covered in foil.
4: Preheat the oven to 425°F.
5: Roast the marinated carrots in the oven for 30 minutes, covered.
6: In another pan, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until the onions are translucent.
7: Add the rest of the vegan Coney sauce ingredients: cooked brown lentils, tomato sauce, yellow mustard, chili powder, apple cider vinegar, cumin, cayenne pepper, vegan Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and crushed red chili flakes.
8: Mix the ingredients and cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
