CANTALOUPE PICKLES
As a child, I remember visiting the farm of a family friend and having these pickles. They tasted just like candy! This recipe comes from "The Joy of Pickling" (an excellent resource for canners) and tastes just like the ones I remember. It's similar to watermelon rind pickles in its prep and ingredients. Don't take any...
Provided by Tess Geer
Categories Fruit Sides
Time 1h35m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl, stir the lime into 3 cups water. Add the melon balls and let the bowl stand at room temperature for 4 - 5 hours.
- 2. Drain the melon balls, rinse them well, and cover them with fresh water. Let the bowl stand for 1 hour, then drain them again. Give the melon two more hour long soaks in fresh water. Drain melon well.
- 3. In a nonreactive pot, combine the vinegar, 1 cup water, sugar and dry spices and ginger tied in cheesecloth. Bring the syrup to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar and add the melon balls. Bring the syrup to a boil again, reduce the heat, and cover the pot. Simmer the melon about 1 hour until the balls are translucent around the edges.
- 4. With a slotted spoon, divide the melon balls between two pint mason jars. Boil the syrup until it thickens a little and remove the spice bag. Pour the hot syrup over the melon balls, leaving 1/2 inch headspace. Close the jars and process for 10 minutes in boiling water bath.
- 5. Store in a cool dark place.
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Qasim Gujjar
[email protected]I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves pickles or cantaloupe.
Gerlie Mashudu
[email protected]These pickles are a great way to add a unique flavor to your favorite recipes.
Gulab Hussain
[email protected]I love the way these pickles taste on grilled chicken.
Adam Shehata
[email protected]These pickles are a great addition to any party or potluck.
Katoo Princesse
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cantaloupe, but I love these pickles. They're the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
Ruqayya Tariq
[email protected]These pickles are a great way to use up extra cantaloupe.
Nasiba Karim
[email protected]I love the way these pickles add a pop of color to my dishes.
gaming mojahid gaming mojahid
[email protected]These pickles are a bit of work to make, but they're definitely worth it. They're so delicious and unique.
Etanuagbon Eromosele
[email protected]I've made these pickles several times now and they're always a hit! Everyone who tries them loves them.
Edwin Thabiso
[email protected]These pickles are a great way to add a unique flavor to your meals. I love them on sandwiches, salads, and even just as a snack.
Aliarshada667 Aliarshada667
[email protected]I love these pickles! They're the perfect combination of sweet and tangy.
frank roszel
[email protected]These pickles are so easy to make and they're absolutely delicious! I love the way they add a pop of sweetness and crunch to my sandwiches and salads.
LEINAD IGOP
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of cantaloupe. But I'm so glad I did! The pickles are surprisingly delicious. The sweetness of the cantaloupe is balanced out perfectly by the tanginess of the vinegar.
Zidi Mahar Ibrar Vilhan
[email protected]These pickles are a great way to use up leftover cantaloupe. I had some that was about to go bad, so I decided to try this recipe. I'm so glad I did! They're delicious and I'll definitely be making them again.
M Qasim
[email protected]I've never had cantaloupe pickles before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. They're so unique and delicious! I love the way the sweetness of the cantaloupe pairs with the tanginess of the vinegar.
Agness Namukanga
[email protected]These cantaloupe pickles are a delightful sweet and tangy treat! The recipe was easy to follow and the pickles turned out perfectly. I especially love the addition of the mint, which gives them a refreshing flavor.