Horseradish With Red Beets
Description: 🍽️ A fantastic recipe to use with meat dishes, shrimp cocktails, cooked potatoes, and on crackers as an appetizer. This recipe, passed down by my Russian Grandmother, has remained unchanged for over 100 years, preserving its authentic flavor and tradition.
Recipe Category: 🥪 Spreads
Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Vegetable, Hungarian, Russian, Polish, European, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Spicy, Christmas, < 60 Mins, Small Appliance
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 5 | red beets |
| 1/2 | white vinegar |
| 2 1/4 | cold water |
| 1 | granulated sugar |
| 1/2 | salt |
| 2 | horseradish root |
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 152
- Fat Content: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 1019.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 32.7g
- Fiber Content: 3.8g
- Sugar Content: 26g
- Protein Content: 2.3g
Servings: 5-6 cups
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Instructions:
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Prepare Beets:
- Scrub the red beets with skins until tender.
- Once cooked, immediately immerse them in cold water.
- Let them cool slightly, then peel and discard the skins.
- Shred the beets using a medium coarse grater and set aside.
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Prepare Horseradish:
- Scrape the horseradish root well to remove any blemishes.
- Cut the root into small pieces.
- Measure 1 1/2 cups of white vinegar and 1 cup of cold water.
- Add horseradish to a blender, a few pieces at a time, covering and processing. Add the vinegar/water mixture as required until the horseradish is well blended. Continue processing the remainder of the horseradish root.
- If necessary, add more vinegar and water in equal amounts so that the horseradish is well chopped and blended.
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Mixing:
- In a mixing bowl, add the grated beets, granulated sugar, the remaining 3/4 cup of white vinegar, and 1 cup of processed horseradish. Mix well.
- Add salt and adjust seasoning to taste.
- If desired, add more horseradish to suit your taste.
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Storage:
- Store any remaining horseradish in a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid in the refrigerator.
- To prolong its shelf life, store the jar upside down to prevent air from getting into it, ensuring it lasts much longer.
This Horseradish With Red Beets recipe is a delightful blend of flavors, perfect for enhancing various dishes or enjoying as a flavorful spread. With its rich history and traditional preparation method, it brings a touch of authenticity to any meal. Enjoy the vibrant colors and bold flavors of this timeless recipe! 🌟
