Description
Enjoy a vegan twist on a classic snack with these Vegan Pigs in a Blanket made using marinated baby carrots wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough. The carrots are soaked overnight in a flavorful soy-based marinade, then boiled until tender, wrapped in crescent rolls, and baked to golden perfection. This inventive appetizer is perfect for parties or a fun snack, offering all the comfort of traditional pigs in a blanket without any meat or substitutes.
Ingredients
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Marinade
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ⅓ cup vegetable stock or water
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- ½-1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 4 cloves garlic (minced or smashed)
- 1 ½ teaspoons fresh ginger (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
Main Ingredients
- 16 ounces baby carrots
- 16 ounces crescent rolls (2 packages)
- Everything but the Bagel Seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, vegetable stock or water, rice vinegar, liquid smoke, minced garlic, fresh ginger (if using), white pepper, onion powder, sesame oil, and brown sugar until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Carrots: Place the baby carrots in a bowl or shallow pan with a lid and pour the marinade over them, ensuring the carrots are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for 8 to 24 hours, stirring occasionally. For a shorter marinade time, allow at least a couple of hours but plan to boil the carrots longer to absorb flavor.
- Cook the Carrots: Transfer the marinated carrots along with the marinade to a large saucepan. Add water if necessary to fully submerge the carrots. Bring the liquid to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, and cook for 7 to 10 minutes until the carrots are tender. Drain and let cool enough to handle.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Rolls: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Separate crescent roll dough into individual pieces and cut each piece into two or three smaller strips or triangles.
- Assemble the Vegan Pigs in a Blanket: Place one cooked baby carrot at the wide end of each crescent roll strip. Roll the dough completely around the carrot to encase it. Lay the wrapped carrots on the prepared baking sheet. Optionally, sprinkle with Everything but the Bagel seasoning for extra flavor. Repeat until all carrots are wrapped.
- Bake: Bake the wrapped carrots in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crescent rolls are puffed and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce for a fun and delicious vegan appetizer.
Notes
- This vegan version of pigs in a blanket uses marinated carrots instead of meat or meat substitutes, making it a lighter, vegetarian-friendly snack option.
- Marinating the carrots overnight enhances their flavor and gives a smoky, savory profile that mimics traditional hot dogs.
- Everything but the Bagel seasoning adds a delightful crunch and additional taste but is optional.
- If short on time, you can marinate the carrots only for a few hours, but boiling time should be adjusted for tenderness and flavor absorption.
- Serve with mustard, ketchup, vegan mayo, or your preferred dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 rolls
- Calories: 338 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 1787 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
