Ingredients
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4 beets, raw and unpeeled
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olive oil, for brushing
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 onion, finely chopped
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1 tomatoes, chopped
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2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
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1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/4 teaspoon curry powder
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1 tablespoon vinegar or 1 tablespoon lemon juice
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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1 pinch sugar
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salt, to taste
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ground cayenne pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare a charcoal fire or preheat a gas grill.
- Brush the beats with olive oil and place over medium-low coals. Cook raw beats slowly over heat until they are easily pierced, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
- Remove from the barbecue, peel, then cut into thick slices.
- Meanwhile, blend the dressing ingredients. Combine garlic, onion, tomato, cilantro, cumin, curry powder, vinegar and olive oil. Toss with the beets. Taste for seasoning.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Note: Canned beets can be substituted. Either skip first two steps, or place beets on the grill for only about 5 minutes to pick up some of the smoky goodness. Sliced beets should probably not be put on the grill unless you line it with some aluminum foil.