Ah, pickled beets — a classic tangy, sweet treat that’s easy to make and keeps for months! Here’s a clear guide to making, storing, and enjoying pickled beets.
Ingredients 2–3 medium beets, washed and trimmed 1 cup vinegar (white or apple cider) 1 cup water ½ cup sugar 1 tsp salt Optional spices: cloves, cinnamon stick, allspice, mustard seeds Step-by-Step Instructions Cook the Beets Place beets in a pot, cover with water, and boil or steam until tender (15–30 minutes depending on size).
Let them cool, then peel and slice into rounds or wedges. Prepare Pickling Liquid In a saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and optional spices. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes to dissolve sugar and let flavors meld.
