This recipe provides a simple method to make delicious pickled beets. With a balance of sweetness and tanginess, these beets are perfect as a side dish or salad topping.
Preparation time
30min
Cooking time
25min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 8 beets
- 0.5 tsp ground cloves
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 2 cups vinegar
- 2 cups water
Directions
Step 1
Place beets in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 20-25 minutes. Drain and cool.
Step 2
Peel and slice the beets.
Step 3
In a saucepan, combine 2 cups water, vinegar, sugar, salt, and ground cloves. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
Step 4
Place beets in sterilized jars and pour the hot vinegar mixture over the beets, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace.
Step 5
Seal jars and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
Step 6
Allow jars to cool before storing in a cool, dark place. Wait at least 2 weeks before opening for best flavor.