How to Boil Beets

Vera Stetsenko

We understand that small innovative steps in the kitchen can save you a lot of quality time and effort as well. Thus, we have come up with this guide to help you with making use of beets. This guide provides you with a way to peel and boil beet with baby steps, thus giving you a chance not to shy away from using beet.

Imagine all the color and nutrients that beet can lend to your dishes! In fact, beet has made a special place for itself nowadays in the kitchen, as people are slowly realizing that beets are not just a part of your boring salads. There are numerous other interesting ways in which these beets can be used for making your plate all the more delicious and tempting.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Course main dish

Cuisine all

Calories 215 kcal

Ingredients

beets
1 large saucepan
3 liters of water
1 tablespoon salt
1 knife

Instructions

Pour 3 liters of water in a large saucepan
Add beetroot
Close the lid and boil the water with beetroot for 3-4 minutes
Put 1 tablespoon of salt in the boiled water with beetroot
Close the lid and then boil the water again for 30 to 40 minutes
If you are able to easily pierce the beet with your kitchen knife, it is done

Notes

Useful tips

Here are some useful tips to help you remain safe and get the desired result while you boil your beet.

Remember to take care while taking out the boiled beets. The water and beet will both be very hot. Thus, it is advisable to use a large spoon for taking the beet out.
Do remember to check the boiled beet by piercing the knife into it. If you are unable to pierce the beet smoothly with the knife, boil it again for some time.
Give time for the beet to cool down completely. It will be easier for you to pick up and peel the cooled beet. A hot beet can be too soft for peeling.