WATERMELON RIND PICKLES
Mom made these when I was a kid and they were quite a treat. I sometimes make them for my own family and they don't last long. They are such an unusual food that they make for quite the conversation.
Provided by Cindy Lynn
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2h5m
Yield 5-6 pints
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Pare watermelon rind and remove all pink portions.
- Cut rind into 1 x 2 inch pieces about 1 inch thick or into 3/4 by 1 inch cubes.
- Weigh.
- Soak rind overnight in brine made by dissolving 1/4 cup salt in each quart of water (make enough brine to cover).
- Drain rind, wash in fresh water and drain.
- Combine remaining ingredients and boil together 5 minutes.
- Add rind a few at a time and cook until rind is clear.(simmer about 30 Min.).
- Pack rind in hot sterilized jars.
- Cover with boiling syrup and seal.
- Spices may be tied in cheesecloth bag if desired.
- Cantaloupe rind, pumpkin or winter squash rind may be cut into pieces and pickled in the same way.
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Fabiola Abrigo
abrigo_fabiola@hotmail.comI love the sweet and tangy flavor of these pickles.
Fahad Brohi
fahad@hotmail.comThese pickles are a great addition to a summer picnic or barbecue.
Sajidv Mahmood
mahmood11@hotmail.comI'm always looking for new and interesting pickle recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill.
Terrell Timmerman
terrell-timmerman47@hotmail.frThese pickles are a great way to use up leftover watermelon rind, and they're also a delicious and healthy snack.
Mick Carpenter
carpenter-mick15@hotmail.comI'm definitely going to experiment with different spices and herbs in these pickles next time.
Murshed alom Muslim
muslimm78@gmail.comThese pickles are a great make-ahead snack. They're perfect for parties or potlucks.
Jesus Apolonio Carmona
jesus.a61@gmail.comI love the addition of the lime juice and zest. It really brightens up the flavor of the pickles.
CutFN
cutfn@gmail.comThese pickles are the perfect balance of sweet and sour.
Safi Massoud
massoud@gmail.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good watermelon rind pickle recipe for ages.
Abdul Rehman Joyo
a_j@aol.comThese pickles are a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
Isyaku Ismail
i_i@yahoo.comI love the crunch of these pickles. They're the perfect snack to munch on.
Ahan Habib
a@yahoo.comI've never had watermelon rind pickles before, but I'm definitely going to make them again. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.
Kb malik Kb malim
k_malim91@hotmail.comThese pickles are a great way to add a pop of flavor to your next sandwich or salad.
Madii Weedy
w.madii55@gmail.comI was a bit skeptical about trying watermelon rind pickles, but I'm so glad I did. They're absolutely delicious and addictive.
justice arthur
arthur_j73@gmail.comI'm always looking for new and interesting pickle recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The watermelon rind pickles are unique and flavorful.
Jni Khni
khni.jni@yahoo.comI love the sweet and tangy flavor of these pickles. They're the perfect addition to a summer picnic or barbecue.
ItzSebas
itzsebas78@yahoo.comThese pickles are a great way to use up leftover watermelon rind. They're also a delicious and healthy snack.
CPR MC
cpr.m@gmail.comI've always been a fan of watermelon, but I've never tried watermelon rind pickles before. I'm so glad I gave them a try, because they are amazing!
xxx world
worldxxx53@aol.comThese watermelon rind pickles are a revelation! I never thought I'd enjoy eating watermelon rind, but these are absolutely delicious.