Ciao! Oct/Nov 2022 | Page 15

inthekitchen

beauty of the beets

sweet beet borscht at falafel place
By Laurie Hughes

Rich vibrant reds of sweet earthy beets make them an ingredient that is absolutely show stealing . Red , golden and sometimes Chiogga ( also called candy cane striped ) are available now at markets , opening up possibilities for more beautiful dishes . Though not as popular as their cousin tubers , this veg is sensational in a variety of savoury dishes , beyond the notably popular borscht . We gathered beet dishes from Winnipeg restaurants highlighting the versatility of this underrated nutrient dense green . Discover how roasting , frying or adding something a little sour really does bring out the dusty beet ’ s shine . ciao ! / oct / nov / two thousand twenty-two 13