Punjab Black Carrot Drink (Kanji) Recipe
Description: 🥕 This is the famous Punjab black carrot drink. Its got a lovely unique taste that makes you want to have more and more of it!!
Recipe Category: Beverages
Keywords: 🍹 Fruit, Asian, Indian, Very Low Carbs, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Winter, Spicy, Weeknight, No Cook
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Carrot |
| 3 | Mustard seeds |
| 2 | Chili powder |
| 2 | Salt |
| 4 | Hot water |
| 3 | Mint leaves |
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 110.2
- Fat Content: 2.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 3005.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 21.8g
- Fiber Content: 7.2g
- Sugar Content: 10g
- Protein Content: 3.3g
Yield: 5 litres
Preparation Time: 120 hours (5 days)
Total Time: 120 hours (5 days)
Instructions:
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Wash and Scrape Carrots: Start by thoroughly washing and scraping the carrots to remove any dirt or impurities.
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Cut into Lengthwise: Next, cut the carrots into four lengthwise pieces, ensuring they are evenly sized.
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Dry Grind Mustard Seeds: Using a grinder, dry grind the mustard seeds until you have a fine powder consistency.
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Mix Ingredients: In a large container or bottle, mix together the carrots, salt, ground mustard seeds, and chili powder. Ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Add Hot Water: Gently pour the hot water over the mixture in the container. Stir well to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
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Transfer to Bottle: Transfer the mixture into a large bottle, making sure to leave some space at the top.
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Sun Exposure: Close the lid tightly on the bottle and place it in direct sunlight for 5-6 days. This step allows the flavors to develop and ferment.
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Shake Daily: Shake the bottle gently a few times each day to help distribute the ingredients and aid in the fermentation process.
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Chill Before Serving: Once the fermentation period is complete, chill the kanji in the refrigerator before serving. This helps to enhance the flavors and makes it more refreshing.
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Serve with Mint: When ready to serve, sprinkle chopped mint leaves over the kanji for added freshness and flavor. Enjoy your homemade Punjab black carrot drink (kanji)!
This delightful and refreshing beverage is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re looking for a healthy drink option or a flavorful addition to your meal. Give this recipe a try and experience the unique taste of Punjab black carrot drink (kanji) for yourself!
