Probiotic Kanji
A tangy, fermented Indian drink made with carrots, beets, and spices. Perfect for gut health and digestion.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 4 days d
Total Time 5 days d
Course Beverage
Cuisine Indian, Fermented
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 30 kcal
Glass jar or ceramic pot
Clean cloth or muslin
Rubber band or string
Spoon for stirring
Ingredients for Kanji
- 2 medium carrots cut into sticks
- 1 medium beet cut into sticks
- 6 cups filtered water
- 2 tbsp mustard seeds coarsely ground
- 1 tbsp salt adjust to taste
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder optional
Prep carrots and beets, cutting them into sticks.
Combine vegetables with mustard seeds, salt, chili powder, and turmeric in a jar.
Add filtered water and stir. Cover with cloth and ferment for 3-5 days.
Strain and chill before serving.
- The fermented vegetables can be used as a tangy side dish.
- Store strained kanji in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Adjust spice levels to suit your taste.