Wortel Sambal

Ingredients

• 2 green cardamom pods
• 1 dried hot red chile
• 1 pound carrots, shredded
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 cup water
• 3/4 cup distilled white vinegar

Preparation

1. Remove seeds from cardamom pods, and discard pods. Combine cardamom seeds and chile in a spice mill or mortar and pestle; grind into a powder.
2. Combine cardamom mixture, carrot, and next 5 ingredients in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, and cook, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes. Add vinegar; reduce heat, and simmer 30 more minutes or until thickened. Transfer mixture to a bowl; cover and chill at least 1 hour.