This traditional North Indian drink is prepared mostly in Indian winters which are still quite warm and sunny. I have changed the original and more traditional carrots for beetroot but all Kanji drinks have a very unique colour and taste. I did make both and I do prefer the beetroot, but I have to say, this drink is not for everyone...Kanji is traditionally made for Holi day a spring festival of colours! Any excuse for a colourful festival...I love it!
When I was in India during 2018 I noticed that we were often offered a salty or sweet drink, the same drink, just different versions. Being me, I had to try the salty one, but I reverted quickly to sweet! If this is just too weird for you, try adding some honey when serving. I would also recommend some doTERRA lime or lemon oil to taste as well.
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Need
- 2 Litres water, boiled, still hot
- 20 Grams yellow mustard seeds
- 200 Grams raw beetroot, peeled and cut into small pieces
- 2 Teaspoons chilli powder
- 30 Grams ground turmeric
- 2 Pinches pink salt flakes BUY
- lots of honey for drinking!
Do
- 1
Boil the water in a kettle and allow it to cool slightly.
- 2
Place the mustard seeds into the Thermomix bowl and mill 10 sec/speed 10. Tip out and set aside.
- 3
Without rinsing the bowl, pour the boiling water into the Thermomix bowl. Add the beetroot and allow it to steep 10 min/speed 1 without any heat.
- 4
Add the remaining ingredients and stir 3 sec/speed 5. Pour into a large glass jar or jug and cover with a paper towel or muslin cloth. Leave in full sunlight or a warm place for 4-5 days until well fermented. Shake it or stir it regularly.
- 5
Strain and chill it before drinking. This drink will last up to a week in the fridge, but the flavours lessen over time.
