Georgian Beets in Cherry Sauce Charkhalis Chogi

Delight your taste buds with the vibrant and sophisticated flavors of Georgian Beets in Cherry Sauce, or Charkhalis Chogi—a traditional dish that seamlessly blends earthy roasted beets with a luscious, spiced cherry sauce. Perfectly balancing sweet and savory, this recipe uses juicy cherries, a splash of dry red wine, and warm spices like coriander and cloves to create a velvety sauce that complements the natural sweetness of the beets. Roasted to tender perfection, the beets are then doused in the sauce and garnished with chopped walnuts and fresh herbs for added texture and aroma. Ready in just over an hour, this visually stunning dish is ideal as a side or appetizer, offering a unique taste of Georgian cuisine. Whether served at room temperature or slightly warm, this recipe is sure to elevate your table with its bold colors and exciting flavor profile.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium beets
• 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries (pitted)
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups dry red wine
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.25 teaspoons cloves (ground)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons walnuts (finely chopped, optional for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro (chopped, optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash the beets thoroughly and wrap each one individually in aluminum foil. Place them on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Roast the beets in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a knife. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

While the beets are roasting, prepare the cherry sauce. If using frozen cherries, thaw them first. Add the cherries to a medium saucepan along with the sugar, red wine, ground coriander, ground cloves, and salt.

Step 5

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the cherries are soft and the flavors are well combined.

Step 6

Remove the cherry sauce from heat and use an immersion blender or a countertop blender to puree it until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend lightly or skip this step.

Step 7

Once the beets are cool enough to handle, peel off the skins and discard them. Cut the beets into wedges or thick slices, depending on your preference.

Step 8

Arrange the beet slices on a serving platter and pour the cherry sauce generously over the top.

Step 9

If desired, garnish with chopped walnuts and fresh parsley or cilantro for added texture and flavor.

Step 10

Serve at room temperature or slightly warm as a colorful and flavorful side dish or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(754.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	599.0

Total Fat 11.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1848.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.4g	0%
Total Sugars 90.0g
Protein 11.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 137.0mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 1987.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.6%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 75.7%