Dinner with Akshay: Pickled Beetroots

Pickled Beetroots

This week on Dinner with Akshay, Chef Akshay teaches us how to make pickled beetroots, which will help add some colour to your dinner table. Use these vibrant vegetables in a salad or enjoy as a snack as this pickled beetroots recipe yields a tangy yet sweet flavour. Scroll down for the full recipe and if you have any questions or feedback, visit our Facebook or Instagram posts (@onekingwest) to leave a comment.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

2 ltrs. of water
1 ltr. of white vinegar
2 cups of sugar
2 cups of salt
2 pieces of cinnamon sticks
1 tbs. of coriander seeds
1 tbs. of mustard seeds
1 tbs. of red peppercorn
1 tbs. of dill seeds
10 – 15 pieces of baby beets

HOW TO PREPARE (FIND A STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO DEMONSTRATION HERE):

  1. 1. Combine all the liquids in a pot and add salt, sugar, and bring to a boil.
  2. 2. Take the liquid into a Cambro and add the spices and let cool down.
  3. 3. Place baby beets into a pot with cold water and boil for 20 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  4. 4. Peel the beets and let cool down.
  5. 5. Add the beets into the brine and let sit for 7 days.
  6. 6. Transfer into a sterilized mason jar and seal properly.
  7. 7. Stole in a cool dry place.