How to Cook Beetroot

Cooking beetroot can be done in various ways, each providing its own delicious taste and texture as a result. Beetroot can be served hot, warm, cold, or chilled. This article discusses how to use the various beetroot cooking methods.

Steps

1. 1
   Prepare the beetroot. Prior to using fresh beetroot for cooking, it needs to be prepared. See wikiHow's article on how to prepare beetroot before starting.
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Steaming

1. 1
   
   Set up the steamer.
2. 2
   Put the prepared beetroot into the steamer top.
3. 3
   Steam for 30 - 60 minutes. The length of steaming time will depend on the size of the beetroot.
4. 4
   Remove from heat once tender. Leave to cool; once cool enough, rub off the skin to remove it. It is now ready to serve.

Boiling

1. 1
   
   Fill a saucepan with water. Use enough to cover the amount of beetroot that you intend to boil; the beetroot should be covered.
2. 2
   Bring to the boil. Cook for 30 - 60 minutes, or until just tender. The larger the beetroot, the longer the cooking time.
3. 3
   Remove from the heat and drain the water. Run cold water over the beetroot and rub off the skins with your fingers. It is now ready to serve.

Roasting

1. 1
   
   Line a baking dish with baking paper.
2. 2
   Decide whether you want to roast the beetroot whole or in slices or wedges. If you want slices or wedges, cut accordingly.
3. 3
   Place the beetroot into the baking dish. Sprinkle with olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste if wished.
4. 4
   Put into the oven and roast at around 180ºC/350ºF for 30 - 60 minutes, or until just tender.
5. 5
   Serve as part of a roast meal or as a vegetable side with any main course.

Raw

1. 1
   
   Dice or grate the beetroot. Add to salads or use as a topping on meat, vegetable stacks/patties, or other dishes. Raw beetroot can also be juiced.

Tips

• 
  Beetroot slices can also be made into chips along the same line as potato chips.
• Simple grated beetroot and grated carrot makes a fantastically coloured and tasty salad.
• 
  Beetroot cakes and brownies are soft and moist.
• Small boiled or steamed beetroot with fresh herbs makes a great tapas dish.

Things You'll Need

• Steamer for steaming method
• Heavy-based saucepan, colander, for boiling method
• Baking dish, baking paper/parchment paper for roasting method (and cutting board and knife if shaping)
• Grater or knife for raw method (and salad bowl)