Easy Homemade Pickled Beets Recipe

Ingredients

• 5 pounds beets, stems removed
• 4 cups white vinegar
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons pickling salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves

Instructions

1. Place beets in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 20-25 minutes, depending on size.
2. While beets cook, check six 16-ounce jars for cracks or rust, discarding any damaged jars or rings. Bring a separate pot of water to a boil. Submerge jars in simmering water until the beets are ready. Wash new lids in warm, soapy water.
3. Drain the cooked beets, saving 1 cup of beet water. Let them cool until you can handle them, approximately 10-15 minutes. Peel and slice the beets.
4. Pack the sliced beets tightly into the hot, sterilized jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of space at the top.
5. Strain the reserved beet water through a fine-mesh strainer into a saucepan. Add vinegar, sugar, pickling salt, and cloves. Bring to a rapid boil over high heat. Pour the hot brine over the beets in the jars, maintaining a 1/4-inch headspace. Use a clean knife or thin spatula to release any trapped air bubbles inside the jars. Wipe the rims with a damp paper towel to remove any residue. Secure the lids and tighten the screw rings.
6. Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil, then carefully lower the jars into the boiling water, spacing them about 2 inches apart using a jar holder. Add more boiling water to ensure the jars are covered by at least 1 inch. Return to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 30 minutes.
7. Carefully remove the jars from the stockpot and allow them to rest, several inches apart, for 12-24 hours. Gently press the center of each lid to check for a proper seal. If the lid doesn't move, it's sealed. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark place. Refrigerate any unsealed jars for immediate consumption.

Nutrition

• Calories: 424 kcal
• Fat Content: 1 g
• Fiber Content: 11 g
• Sugar Content: 92 g
• Sodium Content: 877 mg
• Protein Content: 6 g
• Carbohydrate Content: 103 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 0 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g