Seven Ways With… Beetroot

There are so many foods out there that deserve the credit for being versatile and go beyond the mistaken boundaries of frying, baking and boiling. Beetroot is renowned for being used for all sorts of delectable snacks and dishes, but have you ever thought about the other ways you can utilise its tastiness? In this feature, we’re looking at some alternative ways to cook and eat popular foods from across the globe. From unusual dishes to simple classics, here are seven ways with beetroot. 1. Beetroot and Chocolate Brownies Bear with us. This sounds like a bizarre combination but the chocolate and beetroot work so well together and the brownies turn out incredibly moist. Have a look at this great recipe from The Silver Chicken here. 2. Beetroot Chutney As good as relish, making your own homemade chutney can be very rewarding. It goes well with crackers with cheese or on burgers too! Check out Bia Sásta's recipe here. 3. Beetroot Mayo A nice alternative to simple coleslaws and plain mayonnaise, beetroot mayo not only has added flavour but adds an injection of colour to your dish. BBC have an easy-to-follow recipe here. 4. Beetroot Tarte Tatin Elegant and full of flavour, adding a beetroot tarte tatin to your culinary repertoire will have you the envy of your friends at dinner parties. Give River Cottage's recipe a go here. 5. Beetroot Juice Refreshing and detoxing, beetroot juice makes a nice change from simple orange and apple. See Slim With Tina's recipe here. 6. Beetroot Halwa A delicious pudding made from grated beetroot that's spiced with cardamom. Archana's Kitchen has the recipe here. 7. Beetroot Risotto A risotto with a really cool and rich deep pink colour, it can be perfect if you're looking for a jazzy dish when entertaining family and friends. Try out Rachel Allen's recipe here (with added Parmesan crisps!)