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Beet Pkhali

Beet Pkhali - Favorite Georgian Appetizer

5 from 1 vote

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium-size beets about 1 lb total
  • 1 1/2 cups walnut halves
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or to taste
  • small bunch cilantro
  • small bunch parsley
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • pomegranate seeds for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Put the beets in a medium-large pot fillet with water. Bring to a boil and cook the beets until tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Remove the beets from the hot water and then let cool down for 15 min.
  • Meanwhile, in a food possessor, process the cilantro, parsley, walnuts, and garlic. Set aside.
  • When the beets are cool enough to handle peel and then grate them using a fine grater.
  • Mix the grated beets with the walnut paste. Season to taste with the vinegar and spices.
  • Refrigerate the Pkhali for at least an hour before serving. Georgian people say it's always better the next day!