This homemade spiced pickled beets recipe is a flavorful twist on a classic favorite. The pickled beets are infused with warm spices like cloves, cinnamon, and allspice, giving them a unique and delicious flavor. These pickled beets are perfect for adding a tangy kick to salads, sandwiches, or simply enjoyed on their own.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds beets, cooked and peeled
- 1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon whole cloves
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon allspice berries
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Slice the cooked and peeled beets thinly and set aside in a large glass jar.
- In a saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, cloves, cinnamon stick, allspice berries, black peppercorns, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Pour the hot pickling liquid over the sliced beets in the jar, covering them completely.
- Let the pickled beets cool to room temperature, then cover with a lid and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.
- Enjoy the tangy and spiced pickled beets on salads, sandwiches, or as a delicious side dish.
