Peel apple and carrots and grate them. Transfer in a big bowl and add sugar to it. Mix well until sugar has incorporated completely. Cover and let it stand for few hours or preferably overnight.

Strain the sugar syrup from the grated carrots and apple. Transfer the syrup in a pan and bring it to boil. Let it boil for further 5 minutes. After 5 minutes add the grated carrots and apples. Mix and stir occasionally. Let it cook until all the syrup is absorbed. (approximately 10 minutes on low)

Add salt, chilli powder, cumin powder and cumin. Mix well. Turn off the heat and add citric acid or lemon juice. Mix well and let it cool completely. Transfer in a jar and keep refrigerated for 6 weeks.
Enjoy with puri, paratha, thepla, roti, bread etc.