Want to try a delicious smoked carrots recipe?
We take the humble carrot and smoke and grill it to perfection, then top then with brown butter drooooool!
This is a super simple recipe that will have all the guests asking for your method!
Why You’ll Love Smoking Carrots
I shouldn’t call a carrot simple as it has as much potential as a potato.
Which I’m sure you enjoy in one variety or another.
Not everyone carrots this way but I hope to change your mind.
Smoking carrots with indirect grill heat transforms the simplicity of this vegetable.
Enhancing the natural flavors with heavy smoke and caramelizing the sugar content.
What You Need for Smoked Carrots
- 4 yellow carrots of the Chanteny variety (baby carrots work too)
- Tbsp kosher salt
- Tbsp black pepper
- Tsp cayenne pepper
- An of bunch fresh chopped parsley for garnish
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- Dash of olive oil
Honey Glaze Ingredients (Per Serving)
- 2 Tbsp good quality wild honey
- 1 Tsp brown sugar
- 1 Tsp maple syrup
- 1 fresh garlic clove (minced)
- 1 Tsp onion powder
- Dash of balsamic vinegar
- 100ml of water
Equipment
- Traeger Electric Pellet Smoker
- Light wood pellets (fruit variety like applewood or maple)
- Baking dish
- Sharp knife or peeler
- Saucepan
- Basting brush
- Aluminum foil
Why Smoking Carrots On A Traeger Works
The technology we use for cooking changes and advances.
Much like our taste experiences!
A Traeger Pellet Grill gives you complete control of the smoking process.
No more worrying about maintaining or monitoring a constant temperature.
No more checking for gas leaks or wondering about a cook time.
The freedom to improve and perfect ingredients like a simple carrot.
The Traeger Grills way!
A Quick Guide To Carrot Varieties
Our recipe focuses on the Chanteny variety which is the most popular and widely grown.
But almost any smoking recipe or preparation for others can be used.
Don’t limit yourself!
Imperator Carrots
This variety tends to be long and slender.
Slender carrots are best cut into uniform 1-inch pieces or ‘chips’
Roast on medium heat with light smoke for 25-30 minutes.
Enjoy roasted carrots as a crispy snack straight from the baking tray!
Baby Carrots
This variety is smaller and condensed in flavor.
Take advantage of the carrot flavor by infusing them with heavy smoke.
Wrap in a piece of bacon for the ultimate holiday dinner appetizer.
Nantes Carrots
The highest sugar content variety.
You won’t be needing to add extra sweetness like brown sugar or a honey glaze.
Smoke slowly with indirect heat and watch natural sugars bubble away!
How Do I Prepare The Carrots?
Slice the carrots with a peeler or knife to remove the skin. Wash in cold tap water and then leave to dry on a baking tray.
What Temperature Do I Set The Traeger Smoker?
You should smoke your carrots at 300°F for 60-90 minutes.
How Long Do You Need to Smoke The Carrots For?
At 300°F the cooking time will average at around 20-30 minutes.
What If I Don’t Have A Traeger Pellet Smoker?
A charcoal smoker or gas smoker will work fine, just be extra careful of the cooking temperature.
What To Serve With Our Delicious Smoked Carrots?
These make a great meat-free main meal with other roasted veg like sweet potato.
I like to serve this dish as a side to white meat. The sweet flavor works well with roasted turkey or pork.
Method for Smoked Carrots
Step 1: Prepare The Carrots
– Peel and wash the carrots.
– Try to keep them whole if they are of a similar size. (If not, then cut to the same size)
– Dry and then cover lightly with olive oil.
– Sprinkle the cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
– Add to a baking tray evenly apart.
Step 2: Make The Honey Glaze
– Make the glaze as per the above instructions.
Step 3: Smoking The Carrots
– Load the pellets, prime, set the grill temperature to 300°F, and wait until up to temp.
– Place the carrots at the bottom of the smoking chamber.
– Close the Traeger’s lid and wait 20 minutes.
– Open and check for soft consistency and a light char.
– Brush the glaze evenly over all of the carrots.
– Smoke with the lid open for a further 5 minutes.
Step 4: Butter Baske, Serve & Enjoy
– Remove the carrots and cover with foil for 2 minutes.
– While the carrots are resting, melt the butter in a pan.
– Cut the parsley and infuse with the butter.
– Pour the butter and parsley mixture over the glazed carrots.
– Enjoy!
Smoked Carrots On A Traeger
Equipment
- Traeger electric pellet smoker
- Light wood pellets (fruit variety like applewood or maple)
- Baking dish
- Sharp knife or peeler
- Saucepan
- Basting brush
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 4 yellow carrots of the Chanteny variety baby carrots work too
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- bunch fresh chopped parsley for garnish
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- Dash of olive oil
Honey Glaze Ingredients (Per Serving)
- 2 tbsp good quality wild honey
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp fresh garlic clove (minced)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- dash of balsamic vinegar
- 100 ml water
Instructions
Making The Pepper & Fig Balsamic Glaze
- Add the water to a saucepan over low heat.
- Add the honey, syrup, and sugar to the hot water.
- Stir until the water reduces by half and is at a sticky consistency.
- Add the garlic, onion powder, and balsamic vinegar.
- Reduce further to a glaze.
- Set aside.
Step 1: Prepare The Carrots
- Peel and wash the carrots.
- Try to keep them whole if they are of a similar size. (If not, then cut to the same size)
- Dry and then cover lightly with olive oil.
- Sprinkle the cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
- Add to a baking tray evenly apart.
Step 2: Make The Honey Glaze
- Make the glaze as per the above instructions.
Step 3: Smoking The Carrots
- Load the pellets, prime, set the grill temperature to 300°F, and wait until up to temp.
- Place the carrots at the bottom of the smoking chamber.
- Close the Traeger's lid and wait 20 minutes.
- Open and check for soft consistency and a light char.
- Brush the glaze evenly over all of the carrots.
- Smoke with the lid open for a further 5 minutes.
Step 4: Butter Baske, Serve & Enjoy
- Remove the carrots and cover with foil for 2 minutes.
- While the carrots are resting, melt the butter in a pan.
- Cut the parsley and infuse with the butter.
- Pour the butter and parsley mixture over the glazed carrots.
- Enjoy!
Smoke On!
Charlie
Author: Charlie Reeves
Hi, I’m Charlie, I am head taste tester at Simply Meat Smoking! I love it grilling, smoking, and getting out in the yard with the kids! The family also love to test all my recipes (especially my EXTRA CRISPY pulled pork, smoky pork loin, and ANY SEAFOOD I grill)
You will usually find me playing with the kids, perfecting my brisket bark, or sipping beers with boys around the fire. Can’t wait to share all my delicious smoking and grilling adventures with you!
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