Root-to-Leaf Beet Burgers Recipe | James Beard Foundation

Root-to-Leaf Beet Burgers Recipe | James Beard Foundation

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There are countless varieties of beets, each with a particular flavor. Every part of the beet is edible from the root, to the stem, to the leaf.

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Cooking tools:

  • Mason jar
  • Stainless steel pot
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Aluminum foil
  • Baking sheet
  • Paring knife
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Paper towel
  • Salad spinner
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon

Ingredients

  • Stems from 1 bunch beets
  • 1 quart water
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 3/4 cup (5%) white vinegar
  • 5 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 2 large beets, any color, stems reserved for pickling (see above)
  • 2 sprigs thyme
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt, divided
  • Pepper to taste
  • 4 hamburger buns, toasted
  • Roasted beets
  • Pickled beet stems
  • 1 avocado, thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces goat cheese
  • Fresh beet greens

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