Homemade pickled beets are sweet, tangy, colorful, and easy to prepare. This simple refrigerator recipe is perfect as a side dish, salad topping, or snack.
Ingredients
- 6–8 medium fresh beets
- 1 cup white vinegar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black peppercorns
- ½ teaspoon mustard seeds, optional
- 1 small cinnamon stick, optional
- 2–3 whole cloves, optional
Step 1: Prepare the Beets
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