Ingredients:
2 pounds (900 grams) of beets
1 cup (240 ml) of apple cider vinegar
1 cup (240 ml) of water
1/2 cup (100 grams) of granulated sugar
1 teaspoon of salt
Optional: spices such as cloves, cinnamon, or bay leaves for added flavor.
Instructions:
Start by boiling the beets in a large pot of water until they are tender. This usually takes about 30-45 minutes, depending on the size of the beets. Once cooked, remove the beets from the pot, drain them, and let them cool.
Once the beets are cool enough to handle, peel off the skin using your hands or a vegetable peeler. Trim off the tops and bottoms, then slice or dice the beets into your desired shape and size.
In a separate pot, combine the apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and any optional spices you’d like to use. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.
Add the sliced or diced beets to the boiling liquid, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. This will help infuse the beets with the pickling flavors.
Remove the pot from the heat and let the beets cool in the pickling liquid. Once cooled, transfer the beets and the liquid into sterilized jars, making sure the beets are fully submerged in the liquid.
Seal the jars tightly and refrigerate them for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to develop. The pickled beets can be stored in the refrigerator for several weeks.
Enjoy your homemade pickled beets as a tasty addition to salads, sandwiches, or as a flavorful side dish!