Ingredients for Spicy Pickled Beets
- 1 pound fresh beets (or 2 (15-ounce) cans of well-drained beets)
- White Vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Whole Cloves
- 1 cinnamon stick (about 2 inches)
- 1 teaspoon salt
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How to Make Spicy Pickled Beets
- Wash and scrub 1 pound of fresh beets thoroughly. Peel and slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
- Pack the beet slices tightly into a sterilized 1-quart jar, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace.
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 4 whole cloves, 1 cinnamon stick (about 2 inches), and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Carefully pour the hot pickling liquid over the beets in the jar, ensuring the beets are fully submerged. Leave the headspace.
- Remove any air bubbles by gently tapping the jar. Wipe the jar rim clean.
- Secure the lid tightly on the jar.
- Refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, allowing the beets to pickle and develop their flavor. The longer they pickle, the more intense the flavor will be.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 months. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
18 g
Sugar
81g
Fat
0g
Carbs
8g