Crispy and Sweet-and-Sour Watermelon Rind Pickle
Crispy and Sweet-and-Sour Watermelon Rind Pickle
Summer Delicacy! Make Special Homemade Pickled Watermelon Rinds from Leftovers!
Enjoying a cool watermelon on a hot summer day? Don’t throw away the leftover watermelon rinds! Transform them into a delightful pickle with a crispy texture and a perfectly sweet-and-sour flavor. This unique side dish will revive your appetite and is fantastic for kids or as a make-ahead meal. Try making delicious pickled watermelon rinds easily and deliciously!
Main Ingredients- 300g watermelon rind (focus on the white part)
Pickling Brine- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1 and 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1 and 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Enjoy your delicious watermelon and prepare to use the leftover rind. Wash the watermelon rind clean; it will be the star of your pickle.
Step 2
Carefully trim away the red flesh from the watermelon rind, and lightly peel off the green outer skin for a clean preparation. Rinse thoroughly under running water, then pat dry with paper towels. Residual moisture can affect the freshness of your pickle.
Step 3
Now it’s time to create the flavorful brine that will define your pickle. Measure and combine in a pot: 1/2 cup of soy sauce for deep flavor, 1 and 1/2 cups of water for a refreshing base, 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar for that signature sweet and sour taste, and 1/2 cup of sugar for sweetness.
Step 4
Bring the prepared brine to a boil over medium heat. Once it starts to bubble vigorously, continue to boil for another 3 minutes. This step is crucial for fully dissolving the sugar and allowing the flavors to meld. After turning off the heat, let it cool slightly for about 5 minutes to reduce the temperature.
Step 5
Once the warm brine has cooled for about 5 minutes, carefully pour it over the prepared watermelon rinds, ensuring they are submerged. Pouring the brine at a warm, not hot, temperature helps the watermelon rinds absorb the flavors evenly.
Step 6
Let the watermelon rinds soak in the brine at room temperature for one day. Wait until the brine is completely cool before transferring to an airtight container. Allowing it to sit at room temperature for a day will let the flavors fully penetrate the ingredients.
Step 7
After a day of steeping, it’s time to boil the brine once more for a tastier pickle. Remove the watermelon rinds from the liquid and pour only the brine back into a pot.
Step 8
Bring the brine back to a rolling boil over high heat for 3 minutes. Boiling again removes any impurities and deepens the soy sauce flavor. Let the boiled brine cool completely, then pour it back over the watermelon rinds. Now, store it in the refrigerator for about 2-3 days, and your delicious pickle will be ready to enjoy.
Step 9
Your appetizing pickled watermelon rinds, after 3 days of maturation, are complete! Slice them into bite-sized pieces and serve them in a container. The satisfying crunch combined with the sweet and sour taste makes it an irresistible accompaniment to rice. Enjoy this unique homemade dish!
