California Dog

Makes 4 sandwiches

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Basil Crema:

4 tablespoons nondairy sour cream

4 tablespoons chopped basil leaves

2 scallions, chopped

1 garlic clove, minced

1/2 teaspoon lemon juice

Sea salt and black pepper

Topping:

1/2 cup corn kernels

1/2 avocado, sliced

1/2 cup shredded lettuce

1/2 jalapeno, thinly sliced

1/2 cucumber, diced

1/2 carrot, finely shredded

2 slices vegan bacon, fried and chopped

Other:

4 dog buns, toasted

4 veggie dogs, pan fried or cooked

1. Sauce: Combine the sour cream, basil, scallion, garlic, lemon juice and salt and pepper in a food processor. Process until smooth. Set aside.

2. Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the corn and cook until golden, about 5 minutes. Set aside. Cook the dogs in a 1/4 teaspoon oil, if desired.

3. Assemble the sandwiches: toasted bun, sauce, veggie dog, avocado, lettuce, corn, cucumber, more sauce, carrot, bacon and jalapeno. Serve immediately.