ROASTED BEETS WITH ANISE, CINNAMON AND ORANGE JUICE

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Found on the Washington Post site as adapted from the cookbook 'The 10 Things You Need to Eat' by Dave Lieberman and Anahad O'Connor. "Exotic yet simple".

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs about 13 small and medium beets, peeled, rinsed and cut into 2-inch chunks (*red or golden beets or in combination)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
cracked black pepper
1/2 teaspoon anise seed (lightly crushed to release oil)
2 -3 small cinnamon sticks, broken in half
1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (we used Valencia oranges)
2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses (my addition)
orange zest
fresh parsley, fresh cilantro (optional and my addition) or of fresh mint

Steps:

  • *Note: I used small spring beets which means they were not peeled. I also did not cut the beets into chunks but in half due to their size.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Line a roasting pan with parchment paper.
  • Combine the beets, oil, salt, anise seeds, cinnamon stick pieces, orange juice and pomegranate molasses in the pan, tossing to coat the beets evenly.
  • Spread the beets in a single layer and roast for about 45 minutes, shaking the pan a few times to roast the beets evenly and roasting the beets until they are fork-tender.
  • Discard the cinnamon stick pieces.
  • Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with orange zest (and minced fresh herb of choice if using).
  • Serve warm.

Barista Op
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I'm glad I tried this recipe. It's a great way to cook beets and the anise, cinnamon, and orange juice give them a really unique flavor.


Kadija Turay
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The beets are beautiful and the flavor is amazing.


Okech Charles
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I would have liked this recipe more if the beets had been roasted a little longer. They were still a bit too crunchy for my taste.


Rub el khan raju
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The beets were a little too sweet for my taste.


Antor Barua
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This was my first time roasting beets and they turned out great! I'm definitely going to try this recipe again.


Md Shahbaz
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I'm not a big fan of beets, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The anise, cinnamon, and orange juice really helped to improve the flavor of the beets.


Sumanmesum Magar
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Haseeb Ali khan
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My family and friends love the unique flavor of the beets.


Prada Abel
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beets. I had some roasted beets in my fridge and I didn't know what to do with them. This recipe was the perfect solution.


Nialla
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my beets turned out dry and tough. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.


barbie 2022
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These beets were amazing! I loved the combination of flavors and the roasted beets were so tender.


K. Hill
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I followed the recipe exactly and the beets turned out perfectly. They were roasted to perfection and had a great flavor.


Halima Mohamud
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This was a great recipe! The beets were delicious and the anise, cinnamon, and orange juice gave them a really nice flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


sk emran
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I've never been a big fan of beets, but this recipe changed my mind. The roasted beets were sweet and tender, and the anise, cinnamon, and orange juice gave them a delightful flavor.


Ayisat Saka
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This recipe is a winner! The beets were roasted to perfection and the anise, cinnamon, and orange juice gave them a wonderfully unique flavor. I will definitely be making this again.