In this article, we will explore the delectable world of sweet pickled shaved golden beets, a culinary treasure that delights the palate with its vibrant color, tangy sweetness, and tender-crisp texture. These pickled beets are a perfect accompaniment to a wide range of dishes, from salads and sandwiches to grilled meats and roasted vegetables. Whether you're a seasoned pickling enthusiast or a novice cook looking to expand your culinary horizons, this article will guide you through the process of creating this delicious pickled treat.
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SWEET PICKLED BEETS CANNING
My mom made these beets for us as kids and I now make them for my family. Fresh from the garden or farmers market.
Provided by Chili Dan
Categories Beginner Cook
Time 3h30m
Yield 4 pints, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut the leaves off the beet about 3" off the beet to prevent the beet from bleeding out. (Reserve them for cooked greens).
- Separate into sizes so little ones don't get over cooked and big ones are not under cooked.
- I like 3 kettles they boil faster that way.
- No salt in the water.
- Boil beets till tender, can be checked using a fork (like a potato).
- Drain and discard cooking liquid; let beets cool so they can be easily peeled.
- Cut beets into 1/2" pieces, leaving very small beets whole.
- Combine brine ingredients in a kettle.
- Bring brine to a boil.
- Simmer 10 minutes.
- You may need to make more brine for this amount of beets.
- Wash pint jars and covers.
- Fill jars within 1/2" from the top with beets.
- Fill jar with boiling brine to 1/2" from top.
- Place lids, adjust rings fingertip-tight and process in a boiling water bath for 30 minutes at up to 1000 feet in elevation.
- Cool processed jars undisturbed for 24 hours on a cloth-protected counter.
- Any leftover brine can be stored in the refrigerator till the next time you can.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.1, Fat 0.1, Sodium 2.3, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 25, Protein 0.1
SWEET-PICKLED SHAVED GOLDEN BEETS
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time P7D
Yield Makes 2 pints
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine vinegar, sugar, spices, and 2 tablespoons salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Fill clean containers tightly with beets. Add boiling brine to cover completely. Let cool completely. Cover, label, and refrigerate at least 1 week before serving, or up to 3 months.
PICKLED BEETS
Pickled beets are easy to make with freshly cooked beets and a brine made with sugar, pickling salt, and vinegar. This recipe is one of my "must-do" yearly canning recipes when I have a bumper crop of fresh beets.
Provided by SHARON HOWARD
Categories Pickled Vegetables
Time 50m
Yield 60
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place beets in a large stockpot with water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, inspect 10 pint-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until beets are ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
- Drain beets, reserving 2 cups of beet water. When beets are cool enough to handle, peel and discard skins.
- Fill each sterilized jar with beets. Evenly divide cloves among the jars.
- Combine sugar, 2 cups of beet water, vinegar, and pickling salt in a large saucepan; bring to a rapid boil.
- Pour the hot brine over the beets in the jars, and seal the lids.
- Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 176.3 mg, Sugar 11.8 g
PICKLED GOLDEN BEETS
From a local source. I prefer roasting the beets instead of boiling. I reduced the recipe and used only one pound beets.
Provided by COOKGIRl
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h10m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Option #1/Boiled Beets: Rinse and top and tail (trim but do not yet peel) the beets. Put them in a pot, cover with cold water, add 1 tablespoon of salt and simmer the beets until they are tender and easily pierced by a knife. Take the pot off the stove and remove the beets from the hot water.
- Option #2/Roasted Beets: Place beets on piece of foil, drizzle lightly with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle of black pepper. Close foil tightly and roast at 400º for about 45 minutes. Remove from oven; set aside to cool.
- When the beets are cool, peel them and slice them thinly, about 1/8-inch thick.
- In another saucepan, heat the sugar, dry white wine, champagne vinegar and 1 tablespoon of salt. Simmer and stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Add cloves and cinnamon stick to the pickling liquid.
- Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Pour the hot pickling liquid through a sieve onto the sliced beets (I didn't use a sieve and kept the cloves and cinnamon in the pickling liquid). Allow the beets to cool with lid ajar then cover and marinate overnight.
- The beets will be pickled and ready the next day.
- Yield is estimated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 655.5, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 5016.8, Carbohydrate 147.1, Fiber 13.7, Sugar 131.3, Protein 7.5
SWEET AND SOUR PICKLED BEETS
These are quick and easy to make. You'll want to snack on them right out of the jar. They're much more flavorful than those bland sliced beets you see on salad bars.
Provided by RunnerGirl76
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Pickled
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine the liquid from the beets, vinegar, sugar, cloves, cinnamon and salt. Stir to dissolve the sugar and bring to a boil. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add the beets and simmer for 5 more minutes. Use tongs to transfer the beets to a jar. Pour the liquid over them to cover. Cover and cool to room temperature. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 167 mg, Sugar 20.6 g
PICKLED BEETS
The pickled beets my mother made came from our garden and were canned for the winter months. Even as a child I loved beets because they brought so much color to our table. -Sara Lindler, Irmo, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 in. Place in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 25-30 minutes or until tender. Remove from water; cool. Peel beets and slice; place in a bowl and set aside. , In a small saucepan, combine vinegar, sugar, cloves, allspice and salt. Bring to a boil; boil 5 minutes. Pour over beets. Refrigerate at least 1 hour. Drain before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 186mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
ROASTED BEETS WITH CRISPY SUNCHOKES AND PICKLED ORANGE-GINGER PURéE
The combination of beets and ginger gives you a great spectrum of flavors, while crunchy toasted cashews and a mess of crispy sunchoke chips lend contrasting texture.
Provided by Dan Kluger
Categories Fall Dinner Beet Ginger Salad Thanksgiving Peanut Free Soy Free Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Vegetarian Vegan
Number Of Ingredients 32
Steps:
- Pickled Orange-Ginger Purée:
- Place the zest strips in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring the water to a boil, then drain. Repeat this process two more times (blanching the orange zest removes any bitter flavors). Place the ginger and orange zest in a jar or heatproof container. In a saucepan, bring the lime juice, vinegar, sugar, and ¾ teaspoon salt to a boil. Pour over the ginger and orange. Let cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate overnight. The pickled ginger can be refrigerated for a couple of months.
- Drain the pickled ginger and orange and save 3 tablespoons of the pickling liquid. Add both to a blender or mini food processor, along with the olive oil, chile, and remaining 2 tablespoons salt. Blend until very smooth, scraping down the side of the blender as needed. Transfer to a container and refrigerate until ready to use. The puree can be made a couple of days ahead. (Makes about 1 cup.)
- Roasted beets:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Place the beets in a baking dish (if using a mix of red and golden beets, separate them into two smaller dishes and divide the oil, vinegar, and water between the two dishes). Drizzle with the oil and add the water and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Cover the pan with foil and roast until the beets are tender when pierced with a knife; this can take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the thickness of the beets. Let the beets cool, then peel and cut into 1-inch wedges. Place each color of beet, along with any accumulated juices, into a small mixing bowl.
- Toasted cashews:
- In a skillet, heat the oil over medium-low heat. Add the cashews and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown. Transfer to a heat-proof bowl.
- Sunchoke chips:
- Pour 1 inch of oil into a small saucepan and add the sunchokes (there should be just enough oil to cover the sunchokes; add more oil if needed). Turn the heat to medium and stir occasionally; when the sunchokes begin to sizzle and foam, increase the temperature to high and continue frying, stirring constantly, until the sunchokes are light golden brown. At this point the sunchokes will rapidly go from golden brown to burnt, so quickly transfer the chips to paper towels to drain. Lightly season with salt. The sunchoke chips can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a day or two, or until they start to soften. (Makes about ½ cup.)
- For serving:
- Using a sharp knife, cut the peel and pith off the orange. Working over a bowl, cut the orange between the membranes to release the segments. Dice the segments, then return them to the bowl.
- Drizzle the beet wedges with a little bit of olive oil, season with salt, and toss.
- Spread the ginger puree on the bottom of a shallow serving bowl or plate. Arrange the beets over the puree. Sprinkle the chopped orange segments over the beets and grind some pepper over the dish. Top with the cashews, herbs, and sunchoke chips. Serve.
Top Culinary Methods and General Guide:
- Start with fresh, firm beets with vibrant red or golden color, avoid blemishes. - Scrub beets well to remove any soil or debris, but be gentle to prevent peeling off the skin. - Use a sharp peeler or mandAutomline to achieve thin, even slices for quick and even pickling. - Select a vinegar that complements the natural sweetness of beets. White vinegar is a classic choice, while rice vinegar, apple cider vinegar, or balsamic vinegar can also be used. - Add sugar to balance the acidity of the vinegar. Granulated sugar or brown sugar can be used, depending on personal taste and desired color. - To enhance the pickling solution, consider incorporating spices such as mustard seeds, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, or allspice berries. - Customize the pickling experience by adding herbs and flavors like dill, bay leaves, or citrus zest. - After pickling, beets can be enjoyed as a delightful addition to salads, sandwiches, or as a standalone side.Conclusion:
With careful preparation and attention to detail, pickling beets transforms them into a vibrant, tangy, and versatile culinary creation. Embark on this culinary journey, experiment with different vinegar and spice pairings, and relish the sweet and tangy flavors that emerge. Elevate salads, sandwiches, and cheese platters with these irresistible morsels of pickled golden beets. Savor the symphony of flavors as they dance on your palate, creating a memorable and exquisite taste sensation. So, immerse yourself in this culinary endeavor, and let the delectable allure of homemade, sweet-tart golden beets enchant your taste buds!
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