Marinated Red Beets are simply delicious, and you can serve them not only as a side dish but also as an appetizer alongside cheese and cured meats. They’re so easy and quick to make that I never cook just a few; I take the opportunity to preserve them to have a good stock in the pantry. If the idea excites you too, then take a look at the right procedure to ensure everything is done safely Homemade Preserves. Eating red beets helps keep our bodies healthy because they contain not only vitamins C and A but also folic acid, iron, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, and sodium. So what are you waiting for, get started right away.
If you like red beets, don’t miss the following recipes:
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 2 Hours
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4 people
- Cooking methods: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 1 lb large red beets
- 2/3 cup white wine vinegar
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 lemon zest, grated
- to taste salt
- 1/2 tbsp coriander seeds
Tools
- 1 Pot
- 1 Small pot
- 1 Plate
- 1 Bowl
How to Prepare Marinated Red Beets
In this recipe, nothing from the red beets should be discarded; they should only be washed thoroughly to remove any dirt residues.
Once washed, plunge them into a pot with boiling water and cook for about 40 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare the marinade: pour the white wine vinegar, water, sugar, and grated lemon zest into a small pot.
Finally, add the coriander seeds, a pinch of salt and mix well
Cook for about twenty minutes over medium-low heat until the liquid is reduced by half.
Once ready, let it cool slightly and taste, adjusting with salt only if necessary.
Once the red beets are cooked, drain them and let them cool down.
Then cut each into 4 pieces, arrange them on a plate, and dress them with all the marinade you prepared.
Let them marinate for at least two hours, turning them occasionally.
Serve your Marinated Red Beets cold, optionally drizzled with a little extra virgin olive oil.
Tips, Variations, and Storage
Marinated red beets can be stored in the refrigerator for several days because they will have absorbed vinegar and wine, which are two natural preservatives.
However, place them inside an airtight glass or ceramic container.
For those who don’t like white wine vinegar, it can always be replaced with apple cider vinegar
If you want them to last longer, you need to preserve them, which means canning and re-cooking in a water bath.
If you want them to last longer, you need to preserve them, which means canning and re-cooking in a water bath.
Did you enjoy my Marinated Red Beets recipe? Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest to not miss any updates!!
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
How many days can red beets be stored in the refrigerator?
They can be stored in the refrigerator for about 1 month
How can red beets be eaten?
Both cooked and raw
How many days can cooked red beets be stored in the refrigerator?
For about 3 days
