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Home / Recipes / Vegetarian / Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs {Bunny Dogs}

Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs {Bunny Dogs}

October 12, 2017 By Jill Selkowitz / 8 Comments Updated September 5, 2022 / As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs I earn from qualifying purchases; see all disclosures.

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No one needs to feel left out with these Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs. Vegetarians, there is another delicious option for the grill, besides Portobello Mushroom Burgers.

Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs

Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs

You know how sometimes you see vegetarian food that is made to taste like beef, chicken, pork and so on?

Well, this is not it.

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  • What is a Bunny Dog?
  • What are the Ingredients to Bunny Dogs?
  • Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs

What is a Bunny Dog?

  • This recipe does not attempt to make a Carrot taste like a Beef Hot Dog.
  • It does however, add so much flavor to Carrots.
  • Vegetarians and those who are not Hot Dog eaters, now have a great option, which you can enjoy finished on the Charcoal Grill or in the Air Fryer!

These Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs are great for holidays, 4th of July, Memorial day and other parties and events.

Another healthy meal is my Pressure Cooker Picadillo Stuffed Delicata Squash and my Pressure Cooker Vegetable Lasagna.

My Pressure Cooker Vegetarian Frijoles makes a great side dish to many main courses.

 

Cast of Ingredients for Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs

Cast of Ingredients for Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs

Not only is a great recipe for those who don’t eat meat, it is a wonderful recipe, for those that do, but want a change.

What are the Ingredients to Bunny Dogs?

  • Soy Sauce
  • Yellow Mustard
  • Ground Cumin
  • Vinegar
  • Nutmeg
  • This Old Gal Homemade Seasoned Salt
  • Vegetable Broth
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Colgin Liquid Smoke or Wright’s Hickory Liquid Smoke

 

Instant Pot Carrot Tail Wieners

Instant Pot Carrot Tail Wieners

For a cool Cocktail Party option, try my Pressure Cooker Carrot Tail Wieners!!!

The ingredients are totally different. They are soy free and Vegan!

 

Whisk Together the Marinade

Whisk Together the Marinade

Whisk together in a Measuring Cup, all the marinade ingredients.

Using the stove top method, you would boil the carrots, cool them off and then marinate them in the fridge for hours, before putting them on a Charcoal Grill or using an Air Fryer.

With this Pressure Cooker method, the Carrots will cook and marinate at the same time.

Soy Sauce, Ground Cumin,  Vinegar and other spices will sink deep into the Carrots and give them a delicious flavor.

If you cannot tolerate Soy Sauce, try using Bragg Liquid Coconut Aminos, as it is soy free.

Use a Microplane and add just a dusting of Fresh Nutmeg.

 

Add the Carrots and Marinade to Cooking Pot

Add the Carrots and Marinade to Cooking Pot

The cook time is very short, since Carrots cook quickly.

The longer you let the Carrots sit in the warm marinade, the more the flavor the Carrots will develop.

I do three minutes and then let them sit in the marinade for about 15-20 minutes.

If you want them to sit longer, use a two minute cook time and let them sit for 25-30 minutes.

You can even cool off the Marinade and pack them up in the fridge with the Carrots overnight.

If you do that, you might want to whip up a batch of my Pressure Cooker Vegan Lentil Chili for Chili Dogs.

To spice up the Bunny Dogs, try my Vegan Rockin’ Hot Sauce recipe and add a dash to the liquid, while cooking.

 

Air Fry or Grill the Hot Dogs!

Air Fry or Grill the Hot Dogs!

Place the Hot Dogs into your Air Fryer or on the Grill.

Baste them with the hot marinade and cook them until they get a little char.

 

Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs with Cheese

Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs with Cheese

Dress up your Dogs however you like.

Cheese and Mustard on Ed’s (although he wouldn’t even taste them) and a little Cheese, Hot Dog Relish and Mustard on mine.

Now that you have saved yourself some calories, pair these Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs with some Air Fryer French Fries or some Pressure Cooker Vegan Lentil Chili.

Kitchen Equipment and Essentials

  • Instant Pot, Ninja Foodi or Pressure Cooker
  • Ultrean 8.5 Quart Air Fryer
  • J.A. Henckels Classic 8 inch Chef’s Knife
  • Amco Advanced Performance 18/10 Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons
  • Anchor Hocking Glass (Liquid) Measuring Cups
  • Rösle Stainless Steel Flat Whisk– a MUST have, probably my most used utensil
  • Porcelain & Bamboo Salt Box with Spoon
  • My FANTASTIC Teak Cutting & Charcuterie Board & Compartments
  • Microplane Stainless Steel Zester
  • Silicone BBQ Brush

Please don’t feel that you need any of these tools to make delicious food. I use high end equipment as I find they last longer, so it is cheaper in the end than having to replace items. Always use the best that you can afford; don’t break the bank!

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Here is the handy printable recipe:

Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs with Cheese

Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs

5 from 4 votes
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Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Picnic
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 35 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes minutes
Total Time: 38 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 59kcal
Author: Jill Selkowitz

Ingredients

  • 4-8 Carrots cut to bun size
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar or Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Broth
  • 3 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce (leave out, if Vegan)
  • 1 Tablespoon Liquid Smoke
  • 2 teaspoons TOG House Seasoning (or Lawry's)
  • 1.5 teaspoon Dry/Ground Mustard Seed
  • 1.5 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 pinch Whole Nutmeg freshly grated
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic minced

Recommended Products

Instant Pot Electric Pressure Cooker
Instant Pot Electric Pressure Cooker
Large Ultrean Air Fryer
Large Ultrean Air Fryer
J.A. Henckels Classic 8 inch Chef's Knife
J.A. Henckels Classic 8 inch Chef's Knife
Rösle Stainless Steel Flat Whisk
Rösle Stainless Steel Flat Whisk
Microplane Stainless Steel Zester
Microplane Stainless Steel Zester
Silicone Basting Brush
Silicone Basting Brush

Instructions

  • Scrub and peel Carrots and then trim ends to make them bun size.  Place in Pressure Cooker cooking pot.
  • Whisk together all marinade ingredients and pour over Carrots.
  • Lock on Lid and close Pressure Valve.  Cook at High Pressure for 3 minutes.  When Beep sounds, wait 10-15 minutes and then release the rest of the pressure.
  • Cook in Air Fryer at 380 degrees, or on Charcoal Grill, for about 5 minutes, basting frequently.

Notes

The Carrots can be made the day before Grilling.  After cooking in the marinade, pack them up in a container with the marinade and keep in the refrigerator, until ready to Air Fry or Grill.
Apple Cider Vinegar can be used in place of Red Wine Vinegar.  I have made them both ways and both are good.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Pressure Cooker Carrot Hot Dogs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 59 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 2210mg96%
Potassium 350mg10%
Carbohydrates 11g4%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 10222IU204%
Vitamin C 6mg7%
Calcium 48mg5%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Pressure Cooker Bunny Dogs {Carrot Hot Dogs}

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Hi, I'm Jill. I'm a mom to Tonkinese cats and enjoy sharing restaurant quality meals, easily made at home. With my easy step by step photos and directions, new cooks will be able to follow along and cook like rock stars.

Comments

  1. MeMe says

    January 27, 2020 at 2:51 am

    If you have neither an air frier nor a barbeque… then what? :/

    Reply
    • emily says

      October 21, 2020 at 9:53 am

      5 stars
      I make them in the instant pot then bake them, turning a few times with extra sauce for about 15 minutes or so. they come out great

      Reply
  2. Aebelskiver says

    June 23, 2019 at 10:46 am

    5 stars
    The smell, texture, and taste are very satisfying! I don’t think I’lol miss the hot dogs at bbq’s anymore. Instant pot made it super easy. Thank you for this!

    Reply
    • Jill Selkowitz says

      June 24, 2019 at 2:01 am

      Thank you so much. Jill

      Reply
  3. Ashley L says

    April 23, 2018 at 4:00 pm

    I only made a few tweaks (Kirkland No-Salt instead of Lawry’s and no mustard, cumin, nutmeg)… These were delicious! I also opened the top after NPR 15 minutes … rolled the carrots and let them sit in marinade for another 15 while I was tending to other burners. So delicious! Thanks!

    Reply
  4. Heather says

    December 15, 2017 at 8:17 pm

    5 stars
    OK. My daughter and I tried these tonight. She was the optimist and I was the skeptic. All I have to say is, hooray for the optimists! These were really good!

    Reply
    • Jill says

      December 16, 2017 at 1:10 pm

      They are surprising, that is for sure. Jill

      Reply
  5. Ray says

    December 4, 2017 at 1:46 pm

    5 stars
    Quick question. Do you turn off the instant pot after the initial cook, or just allow to go into warm setting for the 15-20 min after ward.

    Reply

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