Smoked Carrots

smoked glazed carrots in a bowl with lots of glistening glaze on top

5 from 1 vote

Transform your typical, boring carrot dish with these Smoked Carrots, elegantly infused with a wonderful smoky flavor and complemented by a sweet, tangy peach glaze.

Easy to prepare in less than 10 minutes and irresistibly delicious, these carrots are the perfect blend of health and flavor. Ideal for any backyard barbecue or family dinner, they offer a unique twist on a classic vegetable. Whether as a standout side or a healthy snack, these smoked carrots are sure to impress and become a new favorite in your grilling repertoire

Prep Time5

Cook Time2

Total Time2 5

Course: Grilling

Cuisine: American

Keyword: glazed carrots, grilled glazed carrots, smoked carrots

Servings: servings

Author: Joshua Boquist

Equipment

Ingredients

1½ to 2 lb carrots whole, fresh, washed and peeled
1 tsp ginger powder
2 tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp salt
¼ cup peach preserves or orange marmalade
3 tbsp butter
2 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

Prepare the Carrots

Preheat the Traeger smoker to 225°F.
Place the carrots on a baking sheet or a large bowl. Drizzle the olive oil over the carrots and toss to coat them.
Sprinkle the ginger, garlic, and salt over the carrots and toss to coat the carrots.
Place the carrots directly on the grill grate of the Traeger pellet grill. Smoke at 225°F for 2-3 hours until they are tender when pierced with a fork.

Make the Glaze

Combine the preserves, butter, and lemon juice in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 15-second intervals until everything is melted.
Mix the ingredients well to form a glaze.
Remove the carrots from the Traeger and place them in a large bowl. Drizzle the glaze over the carrots and gently toss them to coat them in the glaze.

Notes

I used peach preserves in this recipe, but you can also use orange marmalade or other fruit preserves or jam.
I like my carrots to be tender but still have a bit of snap. You can check if they are done after smoking by bending the carrots. The tips of the carrot should almost touch before the carrot snaps in half. Or just use a fork to test the carrots. The fork should pierce with a little effort.

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