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Cooked Beetroot

The root of the beet, already boiled or roasted until tender. The deep colour is from betalain pigments in the flesh.

Origin

Beetroot was bred in Europe from a coastal leaf beet. The cooked root is a kitchen staple.

Flavour

Earthy and sweet.

How to use it

Slice it for salads, blend it into a soup, or fold it into a dough. It stains everything it touches.

Storage

Refrigerate and eat within a few days. The juice will colour the box.

Recipes using it

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