For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Adjust the amount of brown sugar and malt vinegar to suit your taste preferences. Start with the specified amounts and add more to achieve the desired balance. The flavor of this dish improves with time, so it's best prepared a day in advance and reheated before serving. A splash of balsamic vinegar at the end can add depth.
Sweet and Sour Beetroot
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME40 mins
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TOTAL TIME50 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS36
Earthy beets transform into a vibrant, tangy delight in this sweet and sour preparation. Perfectly balanced between sweet and acidic notes, this dish is wonderful served warm as a side or chilled as a refreshing salad. Its flavors deepen overnight, making it ideal for make-ahead meals.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate18 g
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Fiber2 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium345 mg
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Sugar12 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
20 mins
Place beets in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until beets are tender when pierced with a fork. (15-20 minutes)
02
Step
10 mins
Drain the beets and allow them to cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, peel and dice them into 1/2-inch pieces. (10 minutes)
03
Step
5 mins
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. (5 minutes)
04
Step
2 mins
Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux. (2 minutes)
05
Step
4 mins
Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Add the diced beets and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. (3-4 minutes)
06
Step
10 mins
Stir in the brown sugar and malt vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the flavors to meld. (10 minutes)
07
Step
1 mins
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm or chilled.
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Marley Wintheiser
Jun 30, 2025Easy to follow and the flavors are amazing. Made it for a potluck and it was a hit!
Elton Hermiston
Jun 11, 2025I let it sit overnight, and the next day it was even better. So much flavor!
Trenton Ratke
Jun 10, 2025I added a grated apple for sweetness and it was great!
Frederique Cartwright
Apr 22, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! I used to hate beets, but this made me a convert.
Kevon Keebler
Apr 4, 2025My family loved this! Even my picky eaters enjoyed it.
Wyman Prohaska
Feb 5, 2025I added a bit of maple syrup instead of brown sugar, and it was delicious!
Polly Kassulke
Jan 9, 2025Next time, I'll try roasting the beets as suggested. Thanks for the tip!
Angelina Little
Dec 24, 2024Great recipe! I adjusted the vinegar to my taste and it was perfect.