Vegetables and Fruits For your Good Health >> Black Carrot

This is an excellent blood cleanser. It has a high content of iron, vitamin A & C. It improves eyesight and blood circulation. It cures constipation, stomach disorders and makes skin healthy and glowing. Owing to its highly fibrous nature, it keeps the alimentary canal clean and regulated. It acts as a moisturizing agent and tones up the skin. It is good for treating acne and pigmentation.

• Kanji is a popular drink made from black carrots. It is highly nutritious and has a high iron and vitamin content. It is very good for the stomach. Regular intake gives a glow to the complexion. Kanji is very easy to prepare. Take five to six black carrots. Wash and clean them thoroughly. Then chop them into 4" long pieces. Take 3 tbsp. of rai powder, 2 tsp. of salt and 2 tsp. of ginger powder. Mix the contents and put into a large glass jar and pour 6-7 glasses of water into it. Let it stand in the sun for 2 days. Strain the contents and Kanji is ready for consumption. In summer you can chill this delicious drink and serve with ice cubes. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and finely chopped ginger.
  
• Black carrot can be eaten raw. Makes an ideal ingredient for fresh salad. Cut long pieces of black carrot, red carrot and radish. Chop tomatoes and boiled potato and mix in a bowl. Add salt, lemon juice and green chillies to taste.