Roasted Beets with Fennel and Bonito Dressing
Roasted Beets with Fennel and Bonito Dressing is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 425°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
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Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 425°F.
Toss beets with 1 Tbsp. oil in an 8x8" baking dish; season with salt.
Add 1/4 cup water and cover tightly with foil.
Roast beets, shaking once, until a knife slips easily through flesh, 60–75 minutes.
Let cool slightly, then rub off skins with paper towels.
Using 2 forks, tear beets into large pieces; toss in a large bowl with 2 Tbsp. oil.
Meanwhile, toast aniseed in a small saucepan over medium heat, tossing often until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Add vinegar, sugar, 2 tsp. salt, and 1 cup water.
Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve sugar and salt, about 4 minutes.
Remove from heat and let steep 20 minutes.
Place fennel in a small bowl and strain brine over.
Cover and chill until cold, about 2 hours.
Cook garlic, butter, and 1/4 cup oil in a small saucepan over medium, stirring occasionally, until garlic is soft but not brown, about 2 minutes.
Stir in bonito flakes and transfer to a blender.
Purée until only a few flecks of bonito remain.
Prepare a grill for medium heat.
Grill beets, turning occasionally, until lightly charred, about 5 minutes.
Transfer back to bowl; toss with bonito dressing and lemon juice and season with salt.
Toss arugula and remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in a medium bowl; season with salt.
Grill until lightly charred in spots, about 30 seconds.
Transfer back to bowl.
Arrange beets on a platter and top with arugula and drained pickled fennel.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.