Best 5 Pickled Beets Cwikla Recipes
**Discover the Delights of Pickled Beets (Cwikla): A Culinary Journey Through Sweet, Tangy, and Earthy Flavors**
Embark on a culinary adventure with pickled beets, also known as cwikla, a traditional dish that has captivated taste buds for centuries. These vibrant crimson gems, preserved in a harmonious blend of vinegar, sugar, and spices, offer a symphony of sweet, tangy, and earthy flavors. Whether you're seeking a colorful addition to your next charcuterie board, a tangy complement to hearty meat dishes, or a delightful side dish to elevate your meals, pickled beets are a versatile delicacy that will tantalize your palate. This article presents a collection of delectable pickled beet recipes, each offering unique flavor profiles and culinary inspirations. From the classic Polish cwikla, with its robust blend of spices, to the sweet and tangy Scandinavian pickled beets, to the unique Indian-spiced pickled beets, these recipes cater to a wide range of taste preferences. Get ready to explore the vibrant world of pickled beets and discover the perfect recipe to suit your culinary desires.
OLD FASHIONED PICKLED BEETS - A SMALL BATCH PICKLED BEETS RECIPE
Try Grandma's Old Fashioned Pickled Beets Recipe. This is a small batch pickled beets recipe made for the refrigerator. Make these once, and they are sure to be in your summer rotation of garden vegetable recipes.
Provided by Barbara
Categories Appetizer Side Dish Snack
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Trim leaves 2 inche from beet root.
- Place trimmed beets in large saucepan. Cover with water. Add 1-2 T⅞ablespoons of white vinegar.
- Boil until tender, approximately 25 minutes to an hour depending on size of beet.
- Cool in cold water until easy to handle.
- Remove skins using gloved hands or a vegetable peeler, and dice into bite-sized chunks.
- Add diced beets to a clean jar or glass bowl.
- In a saucepan, boil water, sugar and white vinegar, whisk to mix.
- Pour hot brine over diced beets.
- Cool, cover and refrigerate for a minimum 18 to 24 hours before eating.
PICKLED BEETS
Join Alton Brown in jarring his Pickled Beets recipe from Good Eats on Food Network for a tangy vinegar-laced salad topper, side dish and more.
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories side-dish
Time 1h48m
Yield Two 1-quart jars
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Remove the skin from the Roasted Beets and slice thinly. Arrange in 1-quart jars alternating layers with the onion. In a small pot boil the rest of the ingredients and pour over the beets. Tightly lid the jars and place in the refrigerator for 3 to 7 days before serving.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a large bowl toss all of the ingredients. Place into a foil pouch and roast in the oven for 40 minutes.
PICKLED BEETS
This recipe was given to me many years ago by an elderly farmers wife and has been one of my 'must do' yearly canning recipes. If you have a large amount of beets, just keep repeating brine until your beets are all gone! Enjoy!
Provided by SHARON HOWARD
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Pickled
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 depending on the size of the beets. If beets are large, cut them into quarters. Drain, reserving 2 cups of the beet water, cool and peel.
- Sterilize jars and lids by immersing in boiling water for at least 10 minutes. Fill each jar with beets and add several whole cloves to each jar.
- In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, beet water, vinegar, and pickling salt. Bring to a rapid boil. Pour the hot brine over the beets in the jars, and seal 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 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.
PICKLED BEETS (CWIKLA)
A great Polish side dish for all you beet lovers.Serve over greens for a nice salad or all alone. Check out my polish Potato and Beet Salad recipe #66870 which has beets in it. We serve the potato salad for Easter.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Layer beets and onions in a glass or earthenware bowl, sprinkling layers with horseradish and cloves.
- Boil vinegar with sugar and salt 2 minutes.
- Pour over the beets.
- Cover; refrigerate 24 hours.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, firm beets without any blemishes or bruises.
- Use a variety of beet colors for a more visually appealing pickle.
- Beets can be peeled or unpeeled before pickling. Peeling the beets will give them a milder flavor, while leaving the skin on will give them a more earthy flavor.
- Use a variety of spices and seasonings to flavor the pickle. Some common choices include garlic, dill, mustard seeds, and peppercorns.
- The pickling liquid should be hot when the beets are added. This will help to seal in the flavor and prevent the beets from becoming mushy.
- Allow the beets to cool completely before storing them in the refrigerator. This will help to prevent the beets from becoming too soft.
Conclusion:
Pickled beets are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed on their own or as part of a larger meal. They are also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and iron. If you are looking for a healthy and flavorful way to add more vegetables to your diet, pickled beets are a great option.
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