How do I make tangy watermelon rind pickles?

Put your creative skills to use with our tangy Watermelon Rind Pickles recipe. Turn leftovers into a flavorful and refreshing snack!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make tangy Watermelon Rind Pickles. Items include: Watermelon rind Salt Distilled white vinegar Water Sugar Pickling spices

Watermelon rind 1 watermelon worth of rind pieces
Salt 1/4 cup
Distilled white vinegar 2 cups
Water 2 cups
Sugar 1 cup
Pickling spices 1 tablespoon

Take note
Be careful when handling a knife and hot liquids.

1

Cutting the watermelon rind

Start by removing the green skin from the watermelon rind. Then, cut it into small, bite-sized pieces. You can be as creative as you want with the shape and size.

2

Brining the rind

In a large bowl, combine 4 cups of water and 1/4 cup of salt. Stir until the salt is dissolved. Add the watermelon rind pieces to the brine and let them soak for about 2 hours. This will help remove any bitterness and prepare the rind for pickling.

3

Making the pickling solution

In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of distilled white vinegar, 2 cups of water, 1 cup of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of pickling spices. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.

4

Adding the rind to the pickling solution

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the brined watermelon rind pieces into the pickling solution. Let them simmer in the solution for about 10 minutes, or until the rind becomes slightly translucent.

5

Cooling and storing the pickles

Remove the pickles from the heat and let them cool in the saucepan. Once cooled, transfer the pickles along with the pickling liquid into sterilized jars. Seal the jars and refrigerate them for at least 24 hours before enjoying.