½ tsp coriander seeds
 ½ tsp cumin seeds
 4 medium beets, peeled and quartered
 ¾ cup water
 ¼ cup thinly sliced shallots
 1 tbsp sherry or red wine vinegar
 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
 salt and pepper to taste
 chives, chopped for garnish
1

Crush the coriander and cumin seeds under a heavy glass or dish on a cutting board. In a medium covered saucepan, bring the water to a boil with the beets, shallots and crushed spices.

2

Reduce to simmer until the beets are truly tender. Drain the remaining liquid into a small bowl.

3

Add the vinegar and slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking. Coat the beets with the vinaigrette, season with salt and pepper and serve warm, topped with chives.

Credit: Hollyhock (2013) by Moreka Jolar & Heidi Scheifley

Ingredients

 ½ tsp coriander seeds
 ½ tsp cumin seeds
 4 medium beets, peeled and quartered
 ¾ cup water
 ¼ cup thinly sliced shallots
 1 tbsp sherry or red wine vinegar
 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
 salt and pepper to taste
 chives, chopped for garnish
Braised Beets with Coriander and Cumin