Recipes Pickled Beets. Add beets and cook until the beets can be pierced with a fork but with a bit of resistance. Test beets for tenderness with a fork.
Place beets in a large stockpot with water to cover. Apple cider vinegar a variety of spices and a little sugar are the not-so-secret ingredients here. Mix together and bring to a boil on medium high heat.
Bring to a boil and cook until tender about 15 minutes depending on the size of the beets.
Test beets for tenderness with a fork. Mix together and bring to a boil on medium high heat. Cook on HIGH PRESSURE for 13 to 30 minutes refer to chart in notes on timing followed by a quick pressure release. Simmer for a few minutes.