WATERMELON BBQ SAUCE AND PICKLED WATERMELON RINDS
Watermelon has so much more to offer than just a refreshing summertime snack. And the entire watermelon can be used -- no need to throw away the rind. The juice adds the perfect amount of sweetness to a tangy BBQ sauce and the rind can be quickly pickled while the sauce cooks. Serve with chicken, ribs, vegetables or even stir the sauce into homemade baked beans for your next cookout and guests will be begging for the recipe.
Provided by Zac Young
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 3 cups BBQ sauce and 4 to 6 servings watermelon rinds
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Use a Y-shaped peeler to remove the outer green part of the watermelon. Scoop out the pink flesh and place in a blender (you should have about 1 pound 2 ounces); set the rind aside.
- Blend the watermelon flesh in a blender until it becomes juice. Pour through a fine-mesh sieve into a medium saucepan. (The amount of juice you have will vary depending on the watermelon.) You will need 2 cups of juice in the saucepan; transfer any excess to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week and save for another use.
- Add the ketchup, Dijon, Worcestershire, molasses, coriander, garlic powder, onion powder, 1/4 cup of the light brown sugar, 1/4 cup of the vinegar, juice of 1 lime and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper to the saucepan and whisk until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and reduced by a quarter, about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine the salt, lime zest, juice of the remaining lime, and the remaining 1/4 cup each light brown sugar and vinegar in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring once or twice, until the sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- Cut the rind into 2-by-1/4-inch sticks; transfer to the small saucepan with the brine and stir to combine. Add the ice cubes (and stir until the ice has melted. Let sit for 5 minutes to quickly pickle. Drain the pickled rinds and transfer to a serving bowl.
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Gel Boy
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The watermelon BBQ sauce and pickled watermelon rinds are both delicious and unique.
Lotrim Aliu
[email protected]The pickled watermelon rinds are a great addition to salads or sandwiches. They're also a fun and unique snack.
M McLeod
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover watermelon. I always have extra watermelon in the summer, and this is a great way to use it up.
NETT WEISE
[email protected]I love the combination of sweet and savory in this recipe. The watermelon BBQ sauce is perfect for grilled chicken or fish.
Husnain Sabir
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to impress your friends and family at your next cookout.
Huxley Davies
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and creative ways to use watermelon, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The watermelon BBQ sauce and pickled watermelon rinds were both delicious.
Beaut Love
[email protected]The pickled watermelon rinds were a bit too tart for my taste, but the watermelon BBQ sauce was delicious.
Blue G
[email protected]I've never had watermelon BBQ sauce before, but I'm definitely a fan now. It's so unique and flavorful.
Adeel Bhati
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The watermelon BBQ sauce was delicious and the pickled watermelon rinds were a great addition to my summer salads.
Abdurrhim Patwary
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of watermelon, but I loved this recipe! The BBQ sauce was tangy and sweet, and the pickled watermelon rinds were the perfect accompaniment.
Khalu Khalu
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover watermelon. The BBQ sauce is delicious and the pickled watermelon rinds are a fun and unique snack.
Komal Kumari
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the watermelon BBQ sauce and the pickled watermelon rinds.
kamal Haidar
[email protected]The watermelon BBQ sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the pickled watermelon rinds were delicious.
Lucky Osas
[email protected]I love the idea of using watermelon in a BBQ sauce. It's such a creative and delicious way to use up leftover watermelon.
jason castaneda
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the pickled watermelon rinds were the perfect addition to my cheeseboard.
Jose Morales
[email protected]I was skeptical about using watermelon in a BBQ sauce, but I was pleasantly surprised. It added a sweetness and tanginess that was perfect for grilled chicken.
Tucker Wygle
[email protected]This watermelon BBQ sauce was a hit at my last cookout! It was so unique and flavorful, and everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.