on Jan 17, 2022, Updated Jun 28, 2023 You may like some more carrot recipes: Carrot Raita, Carrot Kheer, Carrot Halwa, and Carrot Cake Overnight Oats. When we were kids, my mom expected us to drink a glass of milk every day. While my sisters followed her request, I found it extremely difficult to gulp down the glass. I couldn’t stand it. So, for many months, I quietly threw it in the drain. But moms are moms, and I got caught one day. My mom, being the gentlest soul, instead of scolding me, patiently asked me how she could improvise so that I could at least drink half a glass regularly. So, for many years after the incident, it was flavored milk for me. In winter, this carrot milk was made frequently using red winter carrots. For the rest of the year, it was either saffron milk, masala milk, or haldi doodh.
About Carrot Milk (Gajar Doodh)
Carrot Milk (Gajar ka Doodh) is an Indian beverage specially made during winter when fresh red carrots are available. This healthy and vibrant drink is made in under 30 minutes using simple ingredients. Although it tastes best when made using juicy and sweet red carrots, you can also make it using regular orange carrots. The taste will be slightly different, but it will still be good. Gajar ka doodh can be served hot or chilled for breakfast, evening snacks, or just before bed. Due to its many health benefits, it is an excellent drink for toddlers and pregnant or lactating women. However, due to the use of nuts, it is not recommended for babies under the age of 6 months. Try to get organic carrots for maximum health benefits. Nuts – Almonds, cashews, and carrots are ground together, adding a creamy and rich texture to the milk. Milk – To make the carrot flavored milk recipe rich and creamy, use whole (full-fat) milk. To make it healthier, you can also use skim or low-fat milk. To make it vegan, use plant-based milk like coconut, oat, or almond milk. Others – You will also need cloves (laung), sugar, and green cardamom powder (elaichi powder). Adjust the sugar to your taste. Jaggery, brown sugar, agave, honey, or organic maple syrup can be used as a substitute for sugar. If you do not have green cardamom powder, crush 2-3 green cardamom pods and add them to the milk. You can add a few saffron strands to this drink, as it improves sleep quality and is a great antidepressant. Now chop them into ½-inch cubes. Gather the remaining ingredients. Cover the pan with a lid and cook on medium heat for 10-12 minutes until the carrots are tender. Remove the pan from heat and let the ingredients cool down completely. Note: I have cooked carrots in a pan, but you can also use a pressure cooker or an instant pot to speed up the process. Reduce the heat to low. Add the carrot paste and cook for 10-12 minutes on low heat. Stir frequently. Add ½ teaspoon cardamom powder and ¼ cup sugar and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Check the sweetness of the milk, add more sugar if required, and cook for another minute. Note – You can strain the milk if you don’t like bits of carrot coming into your mouth. You can also serve it chilled if you wish to.
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