Pickled Watermelon Rind Recipe
Prep Time: 36 hours
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 36 hours and 30 minutes
Recipe Category: Melons
Keywords: Fruit, For Large Groups, Canning, Easy
Description:
This Pickled Watermelon Rind recipe is a cherished family favorite, with a touch of nostalgia and a few enhancements to ensure clarity. Originally nestled among my treasured recipes, I’ve taken the liberty to make a few adjustments based on memory, aiming to make the process more straightforward. While the exact quantities might elude me for now, I estimate the recipe involves the peeled rind of one watermelon. So, let’s embark on this culinary journey with a hint of adventure and flexibility, allowing room for potential discoveries hidden within the folds of my culinary repertoire.
Ingredients:
- 1 watermelon rind
- 2 cups water
- 4 tablespoons salt
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 pounds brown sugar
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 2 teaspoons whole cloves
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 117.7
- Fat: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 570.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 29.7g
- Fiber: 1.8g
- Sugar: 26.6g
- Protein: 0.2g
Servings: Approximately 50 servings
Instructions:
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Prepare the Watermelon Rind: Peel the tough outer rind of the watermelon, ensuring to scrape off most of the pink flesh from the inside. Cut the rind into 3/4-1 inch pieces, setting the stage for the pickling adventure.
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Soak Overnight: In a large glass or ceramic bowl, create a brine by dissolving salt in water. Submerge the watermelon rind in this salty embrace and let it soak overnight in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to mingle and transform.
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Morning Ritual: As the sun rises, bid farewell to the saltwater. Drain and rinse the watermelon rind thoroughly, bidding adieu to any lingering saltiness.
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Spice Infusion: In a cooking pan, combine apple cider vinegar and brown sugar. Create a sachet of aromatic cinnamon sticks and cloves, infusing their essence into the mixture. Let this symphony of flavors come to a brief boil for five minutes.
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Pour and Rest: Pour this sweet and spiced elixir over the watermelon rind, letting it bask in the goodness for a leisurely twenty-four hours at room temperature.
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Repeat the Ritual: On the following day, drain the rind but don’t discard the liquid gold. Reheat this liquid to a boil and generously pour it over the watermelon rind once more, allowing another day of flavorful mingling.
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Grand Finale: On the last morning, bring the entire concoction to a vigorous boil. Let the flavors dance together for a final 10-minute extravaganza. Now, it’s time to bottle up this culinary masterpiece. Sterilize your jars, pour in the pickled watermelon rind, and seal the jars with love.
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Preservation Perfection: Process your jars following the guidelines from a reputable canning guide, ensuring the longevity of this pickled delight.
As you savor the delightful crunch and tang of this Pickled Watermelon Rind, you not only embrace a delicious treat but also become a part of a culinary journey filled with family traditions and improvised recipes. Let each bite be a reminder of the joy in culinary exploration and the love infused into every step of this timeless recipe. 🍉✨
