Beetroot - Burpee BEET Detroit's Best Hybrid

Product Details

I have been using Detroit Dark Reds for many years. I love the quality of the beet itself. Those that grew were very good.

How to Sow and Plant

I planted the seeds 20th of April, 2016,1 week later it germinated. Very good germination- about 97%.

Week 1

Planting in the Garden
I started thinning after 3 weeks.

Week 4 April 25

Week 5 May 5 

Week 10 June 13

Harvesting

I started thinning after 3 weeks. Don't throw away those hearty green leaves that top fresh bundles of beets! Mild Flavor leaves.

Review

Easy to grow. The greens are really delicious. Try them- you'll love them.

Beetroot Leaf Curry Recipe

This simple recipe will help you make the most of your fresh beets!

Serves - 2
Prep time: 10 mins
Cook time: 15 mins

Ingredients:
2 tbsp Coconut Oil
2 Shallots thinly sliced
1 tsp Mustard
1 Sprig Curry leaves
2 dry Red dry chilies 
1 cup grated Coconut
½ tsp Turmeric powder
1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
2 Garlic Clove finely chopped
½ tbsp Red Chili powder
1 plate fresh Beetroot leaves, chopped
Salt as required

Process:

1) Grind together grated Coconut, Turmeric, Cumin seeds, Garlic, Red Chili powder into coarse form. Keep it aside.

2) In a pan, heat coconut oil. Add the Mustard seeds, wait till they crackle.

3) Add shallots, curry leaves, Red dry Chili. Mix for a couple of minutes till the onions turn brown. 

4) Add the coconut mixture and mix few minutes. Add salt as needed.

5) Add the chopped Beetroot leaves, mix till the leaves are soft and oil leaves the sides of the mixture. 

6) Serve Hot with Rice and Yogurt.