**Sweet and Sour Beetroot: A Tangy and Refreshing Delight**
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of sweet and sour beetroot, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds with its perfect balance of sweet, sour, and earthy notes. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a refreshing salad, a tangy side dish, or even as a unique and flavorful chutney. With its vibrant color and delectable taste, sweet and sour beetroot is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
**1. Sweet and Sour Beetroot Salad:**
* This vibrant salad features tender beetroot tossed in a tangy dressing made with vinegar, sugar, and spices. The addition of fresh herbs and crunchy nuts adds a delightful layer of texture and flavor.
**2. Sweet and Sour Beetroot Chutney:**
* This unique chutney is a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or even as a spread for sandwiches. The combination of beetroot, vinegar, sugar, and spices creates a harmonious blend of sweet, sour, and savory flavors.
**3. Sweet and Sour Beetroot Relish:**
* This tangy relish is a delightful condiment that adds a pop of flavor to burgers, hot dogs, and sandwiches. The combination of beetroot, vinegar, sugar, and spices creates a sweet and tangy relish that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
SPICED SWEET & SOUR PICKLED BEETROOT
Forget crinkle-cut versions, this light pickle is sweet and rich - perfect with cold meats, salads and punchy cheeses
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Condiment, Snack
Time 1h30m
Yield Fills 1 large kilner jar
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Trim the leaves and most of stalks off the beetroot, leaving a stump of stalk on each. Wrap the beetroots individually in pieces of foil and place on a baking tray. Roast for 1 hr 15 ins or until the point of a sharp knife can be easily inserted then leave to cool.
- Unwrap, peel and trim the stalks away from the beetroot. Leave the small ones whole and cut larger ones in half and pack them into a large sterilised kilner jar.
- Tip the sugar, white wine vinegar, 200ml cold water the spices and bay leaves into a sauce pan and bring to the boil. Turn down to a simmer and bubble gently, stirring, for 2 mins until all the sugar has dissolved. Turn off the heat and add the balsamic if using.
- Carefully pour the hot vinegar, spices and bay over the beetroot (you might not need it all) and leave to cool uncovered. Once cool pour the olive oil over, seal the jar and keep in the fridge for up to a month.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 52 calories, Fat 0.5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 0.1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 1.4 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium
EASY SWEET & SOUR BEETS
The slight sweet-sour flavor and hint of orange found in every bite make these beets hard to resist. They're a must on my family's Christmas menu. -Dottie Kilpatrick, Wilmington, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place beets in a large saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 25-30 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool slightly. Peel and quarter beets; keep warm. , Meanwhile, in another large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt; stir in vinegar. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Stir in marmalade and butter until melted. Reduce heat to low. Add beets; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
GRANDMA'S SWEET AND SOUR BEETS
These can also be called Harvard Beets. My Welch-Irish Grandma loved root vegetables, including beets. This recipe is tasty and simple.
Provided by Kathie Carr
Categories Vegetables
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. In a saucepan, over high heat, combine sugar, cornstarch, salt, and vinegar. Mix well and bring to a boil and boil for 5 minutes. Reduce heat and stir in butter. When butter is melted stir in beets. Cook until beets are heated through.
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
CHARGRILLED MACKEREL WITH SWEET & SOUR BEETROOT
Fresh mackerel is always a winner and grilling gives a deliciously charred quality. Pickled beetroot wedges add an extra tang in this party-perfect, budget-savvy starter
Provided by Tom Kerridge
Categories Fish Course, Supper
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- To make the sweet & sour beetroot, mix all the ingredients, except the beetroot, with 125ml water in a medium pan and bring to the boil. Take the pan off the heat and leave to cool. Drain and rinse the cooked beetroot, then slice half into thin rounds, cutting the rest into larger wedges for a contrasting texture. Once the pickling liquor is completely cold, pour into a large jar, add the beetroot and chill overnight.
- The next day, brush the mackerel all over with the soy sauce and leave to marinate for 20 mins while you make the dressing. Whisk together the wasabi and crème fraîche, seasoning to taste. Heat your grill to its highest setting.
- Remove the beetroot from the pickling liquor with a slotted spoon and divide evenly between each plate. Layer over the shallot, pickled ginger and toasted sesame seeds, then scatter over the chives to create the salad. Layering the salad creates a professional finish.
- Put a wire rack over a baking tray and brush with the oil. Put the fillets on top of the wire rack and grill the fish, skin-side up, for 2-3 mins until the skin is charred and the fish is lightly cooked. If you want to char it further, use a blowtorch (see my tip below).
- To serve, place the fish on top of each salad with a spoonful of the dressing. For added wow factor, drizzle the oil around the salad, along with a little of the pink pickling liquor from the beetroot, then serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 1.3 milligram of sodium
SWEET AND SOUR BEETS
These are pretty much like Harvard beets, you can use canned beets slices (use one can) for this, or fresh cooked beets, I prefer the fresh cooked! also adjust the sugar to taste. You can double this recipe if desired, don't omit the orange zest, it really adds a kick to the beets!
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl mix together the sugar, cornstarch and salt; stir in a little of the wine or vinegar to make a smooth paste.
- Slowly drizzle in the remaining wine or vinegar and the water (adding all the liquid at once can produce lumps in the cornstarch).
- Transfer the mixture to a saucepan; cook over low heat stirring and scraping bottom of the pan often.
- Cook until liquid is clear (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in cooked beets, butter and orange zest; stir until the beets are heated through.
- Season with black pepper is desired.
SWEET SOUR BEETROOT RELISH
This relish in all the rage at private and business functions in London, served on British Herb Scones (see my recipe posted separately) and a dollop of sour cream. It is also delicious on potato latkes or blini, topped with sour cream, or alternatively with burgers, sausages, cold meats, roast beef or lamb, and cheese. If you can, choose baby beets, which are sweeter than the larger beets, and select those that are heavy for their size. Adapted from a recipe by Sophie Grigson.
Provided by Daydream
Categories Spreads
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat a saucepan over moderate heat and add the butter, oil, onion, grated beets and whole chilies.
- Stir until butter has melted, then reduce heat to low, cover pan, and cook vegetables gently for 45 to 50 minutes until very tender.
- Add the sugar, vinegar, salt, and freshly ground black pepper, and stir to combine.
- Increase heat to moderate and cook mixture, uncovered, for another 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Continue cooking until the mixture is thick, with the consistency of jam, and there is virtually no liquid left in the pan.
- Remove and discard chilies, taste, and adjust seasonings if desired.
- Can be kept, covered, in the refrigerator for several days, and gently warmed before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.1, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 136, Carbohydrate 33.2, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 24, Protein 3.4
SWEET AND TANGY BEETS
Fresh beets are delicious when combined with aromatic spices and a hint of orange. These have the ideal balance of sweet and sour flavors. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 7h15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place beets in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Mix sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in orange juice and vinegar. Pour over beets; dot with butter., Place cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose cloves; tie securely with string. Place bag in slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until 7-8 hours, until beets are tender. Discard spice bag.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
SWEET-AND-SOUR BEETS
With their jewel tones and tangy glaze, these beets take center stage, reports field editor Emily Chaney of Penobscot, Maine. "They always earn rave reviews!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine water, vinegar and cornstarch; bring to boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes; remove from the heat. Add sugar and beets; let stand for 1 hour. Heat through just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 49 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 37mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- To achieve the best flavor, choose fresh, firm, and evenly-sized beetroots.
- Use a combination of red and golden beets to add visual appeal to the dish.
- If you don't have white wine vinegar, you can substitute it with apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar.
- Adjust the amount of sugar and vinegar according to your taste preferences.
- For a tangier flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon juice or orange juice to the marinade.
- If you want a thicker sauce, add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the simmering liquid.
- Serve the sweet and sour beetroot warm or at room temperature.
Conclusion:
Sweet and sour beetroot is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, appetizer, or even as a main course. It's a great way to add a pop of color and flavor to your meals. With its tangy and slightly sweet flavor, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
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