Carrot Jam

Carrot jam is one of the most delicious and popular jams. Carrot is a rich source of beta-carotene, which is preserved by cooking. 

Did you know that cooked carrots have more antioxidants than raw carrots? 

In the past, heating fruits has been one of the ways to increase their durability on off-season days. Over time, cooked fruits were converted to jams by adding sugar and other additives. Carrot jam is one of the most popular jams, which is preserving the antioxidants of carrots by cooking and also,it has unique taste. We recommend Hanis carrot jam that has made from fresh and high quality products with highest nutritional values.

Breakfast is a very important meal that provides your energy for your whole day. In fact, everybody needs to get fuel for his body in the early morning in order to be able to start his activity. Breakfast has Fuel required by the body. Consumption of carrot jam with its unique taste increases metabolism of your body. Jam is one of the foods with high sugar, so be careful and don’t overeat.

Carrots are a rich source of beta-carotene

Beta-carotene is a pro-vitamin that is abundance in dark green, dark yellow and orange fruits and vegetables. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is an antioxidant that prevents the production of free radicals in the body. It also prevents cancer, cardiovascular disease and heart attacks. By cooking carrots, carrot’s beta-carotene is preserved but its fiber is lost.

Beta-carotene is converted to vitamin A in the body. The body does not have the ability to produce beta-carotene, so it needs external sources to meet its needs. It is recommended that men should consume 6 mg and women 8.4 mg of beta-carotene daily. Consumption of carrot jam can partially meet this need.

Nutritional value of carrot jam per 100 grams:

Energy (calories): 172 kcal

Carbohydrates: 44.07 g

Protein: 0.38 g

Fat: 0.10 g

Water: 43.95 g

Fiber: 1.45 grams

Sugar: 41.58 grams

Cholesterol: 0.00 mg

How to make homemade carrot jam

Ingredients:

Carrots: 500 g

Sugar: 500 grams

Rose- Water: 2 spoons

Sour lemon juice: 1 spoon

Water: 2 glasses

Saffron: 1 teaspoon

Cardamom powder: As needed

Preparation method:

– Peel carrots, wash them and put them in fresh air until the water evaporates.

– Grate the carrots and put them on the heat until they are slightly soft.

– Roast them and add water and sugar after changing color.

– Close the pot, put it on the flame and let it thicken.

– When it reaches the desired concentration, add cardamom, lemon juice, Rose water and stir until it mixes well.

– After 2 to 3 minutes, remove from heat and allow to cool.

– Put the jam in the refrigerator.

Vitamins and Minerals of Carrots

Carrots are rich in vitamin A, biotin, vitamin K, potassium and vitamin B6. In fact, the beta-carotenes in carrots are converted to vitamin A. Vitamin A plays an important role in eye function and health, especially the retina, strengthening the immune system, protecting the lungs, skin, gastrointestinal tract and the growth of reproductive cells.

Biotin converts food into energy and its deficiency causes problems such as hair loss. The body needs vitamin K in small but regular amounts. This vitamin has a great effect on blood clotting. Potassium plays an essential role in the proper functioning of muscles, which can eliminate the feeling of weakness and fatigue. Vitamin B6 of carrot helps the body to absorb the protein. Carrots are useful vegetable that plays an important role in the health of the body.