Beetroot Fritters

These fritters eat very well with a classic accompaniment of just salt and vinegar, and also eat well if just dipped in soured cream or yoghurt and chives. They make a good alternative vegetable dish or can be used as a vegetarian starter (using the right beer).

To cook beetroot, plunge it into boiling salted water then return to the boil. The cooking time depends on age and size. Don’t test them with a fork or they will bleed. Lift one out of the water after 30 minutes and try to p