Pickled Beets with Star Anise

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Pickled Beets with Star Anise
45 min.
2
300kcal

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If you're looking to add a burst of color and flavor to your meals, our Pickled Beets with Star Anise is the perfect dish for you! This vibrant side dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also offers a deliciously tangy taste that complements a variety of main courses. The earthy sweetness of the beets combined with the warm, aromatic essence of star anise creates a delightful contrast that will elevate your culinary repertoire.

This vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe is incredibly versatile, making it an ideal addition to any dining occasion. Whether served alongside roasted meats, tossed in salads, or enjoyed simply as a snack, these pickled beets bring both health benefits and a unique flavor profile to the table. Plus, with just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can create a lovely accompaniment that’s sure to impress family and friends.

The intriguing blend of dry red wine and vinegar enhances the beets' natural sweetness, while the star anise adds a hint of spice, making this dish an unexpected delight. As an added bonus, the pickling process allows you to prepare these beets in advance—just give them a week to marinate for the ultimate taste experience. Indulge in this easy-to-make recipe and discover the enchanting world of pickling!

Ingredients

  • 20 inch beets 
  • 0.8 cup wine dry red
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt 
  • 0.8 cup red wine vinegar 
  •  star anise whole
  • 0.5 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Trim green tops from beets, leaving 1 inch of stems attached (do not trim root end).
  2. Place beets in a large pot.
  3. Add water to cover by 2 inches. Boil until beets are tender, about 1 hour.
  4. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Peel and trim beets.
  5. Cut into quarters. Pack into a clean, hot 1-quart jar.
  6. Meanwhile, bring vinegar and remaining ingredients to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
  7. Remove from heat, cover, and let syrup steep for 1 hour.
  8. Remove star anise from syrup and return to a boil over high heat.
  9. Pour syrup over beets, leaving 1/2 inch space on top. Shake to dislodge any air pockets. Wipe rim, seal, and process jar in a boiling water bath for 30 minutes. Allow at least a week to pickle before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Calories300kcal
Protein1.35%
Fat1.73%
Carbs96.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
69.55
Glycemic Load
36.03
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
2.1391304496514%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
2.99mg
Delphinidin
3.76mg
Malvidin
23.62mg
Peonidin
1.66mg
Catechin
6.93mg
Epicatechin
9.59mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Isorhamnetin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.25mg
Quercetin
0.56mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:300.21kcal
15.01%
Fat:0.44g
0.68%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.1%
Carbohydrates:55.56g
18.52%
Net Carbohydrates:54.63g
19.87%
Sugar:51.62g
57.35%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1771.83mg
77.04%
Alcohol:9.45g
100%
Alcohol %:4.59%
100%
Protein:0.77g
1.54%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.29%
Folate:27.84µg
6.96%
Iron:1.2mg
6.67%
Potassium:140.48mg
4.01%
Fiber:0.93g
3.72%
Magnesium:12.02mg
3.01%
Vitamin C:2.01mg
2.43%
Phosphorus:23.93mg
2.39%
Copper:0.05mg
2.33%
Calcium:20.71mg
2.07%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.41%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.37%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.34%
Source:Epicurious