Fried Beets

Fried Beets
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    18

Earthy beets transform into a caramelized delight in this simple yet unforgettable recipe. Fried to perfection, their natural sweetness intensifies, creating a satisfyingly crisp and flavorful side dish.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    36 g
  • Cholesterol
    31 mg
  • Fiber
    10 g
  • Protein
    6 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    372 mg
  • Sugar
    25 g
  • Fat
    12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
20 mins

Begin by preparing the beets. In a large pot, bring lightly salted water to a boil. Add the beets and cook uncovered until they are slightly tender, approximately 20 minutes. Drain the beets, rinse under cool water, and trim the ends.

02

Step
20 mins

Return the beets to a saucepan and cover with about 2 inches of fresh water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the beets are fully tender, about 20 minutes. Remove the beets from the hot water and immediately plunge them into a bowl of ice water. This will stop the cooking process and make peeling easier.

03

Step
5 mins

Once cooled, peel the beets and slice them into 1/4-inch-thick rounds.

04

Step
20 mins

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the sliced beets and fry, flipping occasionally, until they develop a lightly blackened, caramelized exterior, about 20 minutes. Be patient and allow the natural sugars to create a beautiful crust.

05

Step
2 mins

Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy the remarkable transformation of this humble vegetable.

For a richer flavor, consider using brown butter. Cook the butter in the skillet until it turns a nutty brown before adding the beets.
If the beets seem dry while frying, add a little more butter to the skillet.
Beets can be roasted instead of boiled. Wrap in foil and roast at 400°F (200°C) for about 45-60 minutes, or until tender.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 6 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Moshe Strosin

    I found that using a cast iron skillet helped to get the beets nice and crispy.

  • Ben Harber

    I used ghee instead of butter, and it gave the beets a wonderful nutty flavor.

  • Dedrick Konopelski

    This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making these again.

  • Toby Farrell

    I added a squeeze of lemon juice at the end for a bit of brightness. Delicious!

  • Pablo Abernathy

    My kids even ate them! The slight bitterness of the beets was balanced perfectly by the butter and char.

  • Hobart Boehmthiel

    These were surprisingly good! I never thought I'd like beets this much.

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