How to Choose, Store & Prepare Beetroot
Earthy sweetness, mindful handling, and everyday wisdom for cooking beetroot with confidence
🪴 Kitchen Garden & Beyond
🌿 Introduction
Beetroot is one of the most grounding vegetables in the kitchen — earthy, jewel-toned, and deeply nourishing.
From simple poriyals and comforting curries to salads, chutneys, and festive dishes,
beetroot brings both color and quiet strength to everyday meals.
Knowing how to choose, store, and prepare beetroot well helps preserve its sweetness, texture, and vibrant color.
With a little care, this humble root becomes steady, versatile, and deeply satisfying.
This guide is your calm reference point — practical, seasonal, and rooted in everyday home cooking.
“Beetroot teaches patience — rushed cooking dulls its sweetness”
How to Choose, Store & Prepare Beetroot
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📝 How to Choose Beetroot
Choose firm, heavy beetroots with smooth skin
Avoid soft spots, shriveling, or excessive blemishes
Smaller to medium beets are usually sweeter and more tender
If greens are attached, they should be fresh and vibrant
Deep, even color indicates better flavor
📝 How to Store Beetroot
Remove greens before storing to prevent moisture loss
Store unwashed beetroot in a perforated bag in the fridge crisper
Do not wash before storage — excess moisture shortens shelf life
Cooked beetroot keeps well refrigerated for 3–4 days
Properly stored raw beetroot lasts up to 2 weeks
📝 How to Prepare Beetroot
Wash thoroughly to remove soil
Peel raw for salads or after cooking for easier handling
Grate for kosambari, salads, and stir-fries
Dice or slice for curries, poriyal, and soups
Roasting, boiling, steaming, or pressure cooking all work well
Beetroot pairs beautifully with coconut, yogurt, citrus, spices, and lentils
💬 Soulful Note
The deep crimson of beetroot staining fingertips is a familiar sight in home kitchens —
a quiet reminder that good food often leaves its mark before it reaches the plate.
📚 Cook’s Wisdom / FAQs
📚Cook's Wisdom:
Cook beetroot gently to retain sweetness and color
Add salt after cooking to prevent toughening
A splash of lemon or vinegar brightens cooked beetroot
Grated beetroot cooks faster and blends well with coconut
Wear gloves if you wish to avoid staining while prepping
📊 Nutrition (Per 100g — Approx.)
Calories 43
Protein 1.6g
Carbs 10g
Fat 0.2g
Fiber 2.8g
🍃🌶🍃 The Bottom Line
Beetroot rewards slow, thoughtful cooking.
Handled with care, it brings color, balance, and nourishment to everyday meals.
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Through Stirred By Spice, I share recipes that warm both the kitchen and the heart — where simple ingredients and warm flavors turn everyday meals into moments of connection.
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