Beet home fries, also known as beet breakfast potatoes, are a delightful twist to the classic home fries. This unique dish incorporates the sweet and earthy flavor of beets, resulting in a vibrant and flavorful side dish. Whether you prefer crispy or tender home fries, this recipe offers a simple yet delicious way to enjoy this nutritious vegetable. With the right combination of spices and a touch of creativity, you can create a culinary masterpiece that will impress your family and friends.
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BEET AND SWEET POTATO FRIES
Oven-baked root vegetables put a colorful and flavorful twist on traditional French fries and add interest to a meal as a side dish. -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 5 servings (1/2 cup sauce).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, peppercorns and 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper. Cover and refrigerate until serving., Peel and cut sweet potato in half widthwise; cut each half into 1/2-in. strips. Place in a small bowl. Add 1 tablespoon oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper; toss to coat. Spread onto a parchment-lined baking sheet., Peel and cut beets in half; cut into 1/2-in. strips. Transfer to the same bowl; add the remaining oil, salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Spread onto another parchment-lined baking sheet., Bake vegetables, uncovered, at 425° for 20-30 minutes or until tender, turning once. Serve with peppercorn mayonnaise.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FRIED BEETS
My mom loved these and I have never heard of anyone preparing beets quite this way! Not exactly a health-food, but so tasty! Mother said, 'Cook them until they're burned.' She was right! You may also need to add a little more butter or margarine if they seem to need it.
Provided by MRS_GEOMORPH
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add beets and cook uncovered until slightly tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, rinse, and cut ends from each beet.
- Place beets in a saucepan with about 2 inches of water. Cover saucepan and bring water to a boil; cook beets until tender, about 20 minutes. Remove beets from water and immediately immerse in a bowl of ice water to cool. Pull peels off the beets. Slice beets into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; fry beets, flipping occasionally, until lightly blackened, about 20 minutes. Season beets with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 10.4 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 371.9 mg, Sugar 25.2 g
BEET HOME FRIES
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Toss the beets with the oil and vinegar in a large bowl until well coated. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil to prevent leaks during cooking. Place the beets on the baking sheet and cover with aluminum foil to create a tight seal, allowing the beets to steam. Roast the beets until tender but still maintaining a bite, 3 hours.
- Turn off the oven. Allow the beets to finish steaming for easier peeling. Peel the beets using a towel, making sure to wear gloves to prevent staining. Cut the beets into 1/2-inch cubes and place in a bowl.
- Preheat oil in a deep-fryer or a deep pot to 350 degrees F.
- Pour the cornstarch over the beets and toss until well coated. Place the beets in a sieve set over a metal bowl and shake to remove excess cornstarch. Transfer the beets to a fryer basket and fry until crispy and piping hot. When done, shake off excess oil and add beets to a clean metal bowl.
- Season the beets with salt, then arrange on three serving dishes. Add a tablespoon of Japanese mayonnaise to each dish and sprinkle a little togarashi over the mayonnaise and the beets. Garnish with green onions.
Tips:
- Choose the right beets. Look for beets that are small to medium in size and have smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid beets that are too large, as they can be woody and tough.
- Roast the beets before frying them. Roasting the beets brings out their natural sweetness and makes them more tender. To roast the beets, simply toss them with a little olive oil and salt and pepper, and then roast them in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 30 minutes, or until they are tender.
- Use a cast-iron skillet. A cast-iron skillet is the best choice for frying home fries because it retains heat evenly and creates a crispy crust. If you don't have a cast-iron skillet, you can use a heavy-bottomed stainless steel skillet.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet. When frying the home fries, don't overcrowd the skillet. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and becoming soggy.
- Season the home fries well. Season the home fries with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings before frying them. This will help them to taste their best.
- Serve the home fries immediately. Beet home fries are best served immediately after they are cooked. This will ensure that they are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Conclusion:
Beet home fries are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are a great way to use up leftover roasted beets, and they are also a healthy and colorful addition to any meal. So next time you're looking for a new side dish, give beet home fries a try!
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