Step 1

Start by picking out the medium-sized carrots in the bag. You want to select uniform-sized carrots that aren’t too big or too small on either end. Also, they should be about the width of a hot dog or slightly bigger.

Step 2

Cut the ends off of each carrot. Leave them about 1 inch longer than the size of the bun to have room to shape the ends.

Step 3

Then, peel the carrots shaping and rounding the ends with the peeler for a uniform “hot dog” look. To shape the ends, hold the carrot in one hand peeling the end furthest away from you. Use small downward strokes turning the carrot while you peel to round the end. You can also skip rounding the ends and leave them with straight cuts for quicker prep.

Step 4

Pour the marinade into a large skillet with a lid and mix, then add the carrots. The pan should be large enough that the carrots lay flat on the bottom.

Step 5

Cover the pan with the lid and bring the marinade to a boil.  Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer the carrots for about 20-30 minutes. The carrots are done when a fork can be poked into them with little resistance.

Step 6

When the carrots are done, remove the pan from the heat. Allow the carrots to rest in the marinade for at least 30 minutes before grilling, but 1-2 hours is best for more flavor.

Step 7

See notes to marinate them in the Instant Pot, and instructions for storing the marinated carrots if you're not ready to grill them.

Step 8

Choose one of the three methods below to cook the carrot hot dogs after marinating.

Step 9

Preheat your grill to medium heat. Once the grill is hot hot, brush the grates with oil.

Step 10

Grill the carrots on on the bottom rack for about 5-8 minutes or until heated through and the grill marks have formed. The carrots should easily release from the grill.

Step 11

Flip and heat for another 2-3 minutes to add grill marks to the other side.

Step 12

Preheat the oven to 400ºF.

Step 13

Place carrot dogs on a cast iron grill or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the carrots with a bit of extra marinade.

Step 14

Bake for 10-15 min, then flip each carrot. Bake for another 5-10 minutes.

Step 15

Heat 1 Tablespoon of oil over medium heat in a skillet or grill pan.

Step 16

Carefully place the carrots in your skillet.

Step 17

Heat on each side for about 5 minutes or until heated through. While the carrots cook, brush them with the extra marinade.