PICKLED BLACK CARROTS

Ingredients:
Black carrot - 250 gms
Vinegar - 1 cup
Sugar - 1 cup
Black salt - 1/2 tsp
Ajwain seeds - 1/2 tsp
Aniseed - 1/2 tsp
Salt to taste

Method:

• Scrap the carrots and cut into 2" long matchsticks.
• Heat a pan of water and add salt to it. Add the carrot pieces to the hot water. Switch off the flame.
• Allow the carrots to remain in the hot water for 10 minutes. Drain and keep aside.
• Put the drained carrot in glass jar.
• Heat the vinegar and sugar, and stir till the sugar melts.
• Mix in the spices and switch off the flame. Allow to cool.
• Pour this over the carrot sticks and close the lid.
• Soak the pickle for 2 days before use.