Pickled Beetroot Recipe

Craving the vibrant flavors of a Canberra restaurant? This Pickled Beetroot recipe recreates the magic! After a two-year search, a family cookbook revealed the secret to perfectly pickled beetroot – finely julienned for maximum flavor. This recipe is incredibly versatile: serve it on a cheese and dip platter, alongside salads, or enjoy it straight from the jar. The yield depends on jar and beetroot size, but the result is always delicious and perfect for keeping on hand in your pantry. Get ready to impress your guests with this restaurant-quality, homemade delight!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 186.3 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pickled Beetroot

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How to Make Pickled Beetroot

  1. Wash 500g of beetroot thoroughly and cook in a pot of boiling water with 1 teaspoon of salt until tender (about 45-60 minutes, depending on size).
  2. Drain the beetroot and allow to cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, peel the skins off.
  3. Using a mandoline slicer or sharp knife, julienne the beetroot into thin strips and set aside.
  4. In a saucepan, combine 200ml white wine vinegar, 100ml water, 100g sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 5 black peppercorns. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and strain the pickling liquid through a fine-mesh sieve.
  5. Pack the julienned beetroot tightly into hot, sterilized jars. Pour the hot pickling liquid over the beetroot, leaving about 1cm of headspace.
  6. Seal the jars tightly and let them cool completely. Store in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks for optimal flavor. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

165g

Fat

0g

Carbs

14g