Smoked Carrots
Smoked carrots offer a unique and delicious take on this classic vegetable. The smoky flavor of the carrots pairs perfectly with the natural sweetness of the vegetable, creating a delicious and flavorful side dish. Smoking is a great way to give your carrots a tender and slightly crisp texture with a smoky, caramelized flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. large carrots
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
Seasoning
- 1 tbsp. sea salt
- 1 tbsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
Recommended Wood
- cherry wood or apple wood
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash the carrots, and if desired, peel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the carrots with the olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until the carrots are evenly coated.
- Preheat the smoker to 225°F.
Cook
- Once the smoker is preheated, place the carrots on the smoker grates or in a smoker basket.
- Smoke the carrots for 45-60 minutes, or until tender and slightly crispy.
- Remove the carrots from the smoker and serve hot.
Notes
Nutritional information (per serving):
- Calories: 80
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Protein: 1g