Marinated Carrots

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• Carrots (400-500 grams) 5-6 Pieces
• Water 1.5 Cup
• Vinegar (Can be replaced with cider or dry white wine.) 1 Cup
• Sugar 1/4 Cup
• Salt 1.5 Tbsp
• Cumin (seeds) 1 Tbsp
• Freshly ground black pepper 1 Tbsp
• Bay leaf (Can be omitted.) 1-2 Pieces

	1. In a small bowl, combine the spices with sugar – cumin seeds and freshly ground black pepper.
	2. On the stove, heat salted water. Bring to a boil. Meanwhile, prepare the carrots: peel and cut them into sticks.
	3. Blanch the peeled carrots in salted water for 2-3 minutes, then remove with a slotted spoon and place in a colander. Transfer the processed and dried carrots to sterilized jars.
	4. Add the spices and vinegar to the salted water, excluding the bay leaf. Bring to a boil and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Place the bay leaf in the jar with the carrots and pour the hot marinade over them.
	5. Seal the jars with sterile lids, let cool, and then put them in the refrigerator. The marinated carrots will be ready in 24 hours. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Enjoy your meal!