Pickled Beets (Sweet, Tangy & Classic)

By Admin

Description

These Pickled Beets are a delicious combination of sweet, tangy, and slightly spiced flavors. Made with simple ingredients and infused with aromatic cloves and allspice, this classic recipe is perfect as a side dish, salad topping, or healthy snack. Easy to prepare and full of vibrant color, pickled beets are a timeless favorite.

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Ingredients

• 8 medium fresh beets
• 1 cup vinegar (white or apple cider)
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 ½ teaspoons whole cloves
• 1 ½ teaspoons whole allspice
• ½ teaspoon salt

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Instructions

1. Cook the Beets

• Wash and trim the beets, leaving a bit of the stem intact.
• Place in a pot, cover with water, and boil for 30–40 minutes until tender.
• Drain, cool, then peel and slice.

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2. Prepare the Pickling Liquid

• In a saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, cloves, and allspice.
• Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

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3. Pickle the Beets

• Place sliced beets into clean jars or a container.
• Pour the hot pickling liquid over the beets until fully covered.

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4. Chill & Serve

• Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours (overnight for best flavor).
• Serve chilled and enjoy!

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Serving Suggestions

• Add to salads 🥗
• Serve as a side dish 🍽️
• Pair with grilled meats 🥩
• Use in sandwiches or wraps 🥪

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Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Chill Time: 6 hours
• Total Time: ~7 hours
• Servings: 6 servings
• Category: Side Dish
• Cuisine: Classic / European