Beets With Tropical Flavours Recipe

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Beets With Tropical Flavours
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Directions:

  1. Peel the beets.
  2. Cut them in julienne strips by first thinly slicing them, then cutting into strips about 1/4 inch wide. Set aside.
  3. Place a heavy pot with a tight fitting lid over medium high heat.
  4. Add the oil, and when it is hot, add 4 of the curry leaves, and the minced chiles and shallots.
  5. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the beets and stir, then add the vinegar, salt, and sugar and stir and turn to mix well. Raise the heat to high and stir fry for 2-3 minutes. The beets will give off a little liquid as they cook.
  6. Mix half the coconut milk with the water, then add to the pot and bring to a vigorous boil.
  7. Stir well, cover tightly, reduce the heat, and cook at a strong simmer until the beets are just tender, about 20 minutes. Check the water level after 10 minutes of cooking and add a little more if it is almost dry.
  8. Add the remaining 1/4 cup coconut milk and remaining curry leaves.
  9. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  10. Remove from the heat and taste for seasoning. Sprinkle on coarse salt, if you wish. Transfer to a serving dish, and serve hot or at room temperature.
  11. PRECOOKED BEETS WITH TROPICAL FLAVOURS.
  12. This is a quick (10 to 15 minute) version of this dish, using 2 1/2 to 3 cups of cooked and peeled beets. (Canned beets are not a substitute). Chop the beets into bite sized cubes. All the other ingredients remain the same, EXCEPT the coconut milk should be reduced to 1/4 cup. Follow the instructions above, but add all the curry leaves with the chilies. Stir fry the beets for only one minute, and after you add the liquid, simmer the beets for only 5-10 minutes, partly covered. Transfer to a shallow bowl, taste for seasoning, and adjust, if you wish. Let cool to room temperature before serving.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 148.53 Kcal (622 kJ)
Calories from fat 95.4 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10.6g 16%
Sodium 955.59mg 40%
Potassium 431.2mg 9%
Total Carbs 13.54g 5%
Sugars 8.96g 36%
Dietary Fiber 3.87g 15%
Protein 2.81g 6%
Vitamin C 9.7mg 16%
Iron 1.7mg 9%
Calcium 25.4mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 90.87 Kcal (380 kJ)
Calories from fat 58.36 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.48g 16%
Sodium 584.58mg 40%
Potassium 263.78mg 9%
Total Carbs 8.28g 5%
Sugars 5.48g 36%
Dietary Fiber 2.36g 15%
Protein 1.72g 6%
Vitamin C 6mg 16%
Iron 1mg 9%
Calcium 15.6mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 3.1
    Points
  • 4
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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