Source: Algus, AdobeStockNot only the root vegetables of beets are useful, but also their greens. Fresh, they perfectly diversify the daily diet, but their season is quite short. However, you can prepare beet greens for winter in advance. Any soups, salads, and main courses will become much tastier – just add a handful of this preparation. Take note of our recipes!
1. Pickled Beet Greens for Winter
Source: bee-master.ruThis will definitely come in handy for salads, stews, or first courses.
You will need: 200 g beet greens, 20 g chili pepper, 10 g garlic, 3 allspice peppercorns, 2 bay leaves, 5 g salt, 2.5 g sugar, 30 ml white wine vinegar.
Preparation: Wash, dry, and coarsely chop the greens. Pack them tightly into a sterilized jar with chopped garlic, pepper, and spices. Add salt and sugar, pour in vinegar, and cover with boiling water. Sterilize the jar for 15 minutes and seal for winter.
2. Beet Greens without Sterilization for Winter
Source: povar.ruWe recommend chopping the greens finely – then you can add them anywhere.
You will need: 500 g beet greens, 1.5 tbsp sugar, 0.5 tbsp salt, 40 ml apple cider vinegar, 1 bay leaf, 4 black peppercorns.
Preparation: Wash and finely chop the beet greens. Pack them tightly into clean, dry jars, pour boiling water over them, and leave for 5-7 minutes. Then drain this water, add sugar, salt, spices, and apple cider vinegar to it, and bring to a boil again. Pour over the greens and seal for winter.
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3. Boiled Beet Greens for Winter
Source: sezon-dacha.ruAnother alternative way to preserve greens in jars.
You will need: 2-3 handfuls of beet greens, 750 ml water, 1 tbsp salt, 2 tbsp vinegar.
Preparation: Wash and cut the greens into strips. Boil water with salt and vinegar, add the beet greens, and cook for 5-7 minutes. Then tightly pack the greens into sterilized jars, pour the boiling broth over them, and seal for winter.
4. Dried Beet Greens for Winter
Source: pro-orehi.ruIn an airtight jar and a dark, dry place – this preparation can be stored for up to 1 year.
You will need: 300 g beet greens.
Preparation: Wash, dry, and arbitrarily chop the beet greens. Spread them on dehydrator trays and dry at 60 degrees according to instructions. You can also dry them outdoors naturally, but always in the shade. Distribute the dried greens into dry glass jars.
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5. Fermented Beet Greens for Winter
Source: pinterest.comIf desired, you can freeze them and store them in the freezer.
You will need: 500 g beet greens, 15 g garlic, 2 dill heads, 2 blackcurrant leaves, 1 tsp salt.
Preparation: Wash, dry, coarsely chop, and slightly crush the greens with your hands. Layer them in a basin, alternating with chopped garlic, salt, dill, and leaves. Sprinkle salt on top of the greens and leave them under a weight for 3 days at room temperature. Pack the fermented greens into sterilized jars, seal, and store in a dark place.
6. Frozen Beet Greens for Winter
Source: dzen.ruFor convenience, you can freeze the stems and leaves separately.
You will need: 2 bunches of beet greens.
Preparation: Wash the beet greens in plenty of water and dry them completely on paper towels. Cut into small pieces, place in bags, and carefully squeeze all the air out of the bags (for example, using a cutting board). Store the preparations in the freezer.
7. Borsch Dressing for Winter
Source: malinika.ruThis dressing can also be used for borscht or other soups.
You will need: 300 g beet greens, 300 g carrot tops, 300 g sorrel, 100 g dill, 1 glass of water, 2 tbsp salt.
Preparation: Thoroughly wash and dry all the greens. Arbitrarily chop and cook them in boiling salted water for 5 minutes. Distribute the beet greens and other greens into sterilized jars, pour the boiling brine over them, close with lids, and store in a cool place.
8. Beet Greens with Carrot Tops for Winter
Source: dzen.ruNot only beet greens are excellent in various dishes and appetizers!
You will need: 400 g beet greens, 300 g carrot tops, 1 L water, 100 g sugar, 1/2 cup vinegar, 5 allspice peppercorns, 2 bay leaves, 30 g salt.
Preparation: Wash and chop both types of greens, then arrange them in prepared jars. Boil water with the remaining ingredients and pour this marinade over the greens. Sterilize the jars for another 20 minutes in boiling water and seal for winter.
9. Beet Greens with Salt for Winter
Source: povar.ruThis preparation must be stored in the refrigerator or cellar.
You will need: 200 g beet greens, 200 g dill, 200 g parsley, 100 g garlic, 100 g salt.
Preparation: Wash, dry, and chop all the greens. Finely chop the garlic and mix everything with salt. Tightly pack the preparation into sterilized jars, close, and store.
10. Beet Greens with Sorrel for Winter
Source: pinterest.comAn excellent dressing for aromatic green soups and borscht.
You will need: 500 g beet greens, 300 g sorrel, 100 g each of dill and parsley, 500 ml water, 1 tbsp salt.
Preparation: Boil water with salt, add the chopped greens and beet greens, and cook everything together for about 5 minutes. Tightly pack the preparations into sterilized jars, pour the boiling brine over them, and seal for winter.