How do I make watermelon rind pickle chips?

Grab a slice of summer with our crispy Watermelon Rind Pickle chips! A tangy and sweet snack that will have you craving more. Try it today!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make Watermelon Rind Pickle chips. Items include: Watermelon Rind Water Vinegar Sugar Salt Spices

Watermelon Rind 1 watermelon rind
Water 2 cups
Vinegar 1 cup
Sugar 1/2 cup
Salt 2 tablespoons
Spices to taste

Take note
Be careful while handling sharp knives and hot liquids.

1

Cut the Watermelon Rind

Start by cutting away the green outer layer of the watermelon rind using a sharp knife. Then, remove any remaining pink flesh and cut into thin, chip-sized pieces.

2

Brine the Rind

In a large bowl, mix together water, vinegar, sugar, salt, and your favorite spices (such as mustard seeds or crushed red pepper flakes). Add the watermelon rind slices to the brine mixture and let them soak for about 1 hour.

3

Drain and Rinse

After the soak, drain and rinse the watermelon rind slices thoroughly with cold water. This step helps remove excess salt and allows the flavors to shine.

4

Prepare the Pickling Liquid

In a saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and spices. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.

5

Pickle the Rinds

Add the drained watermelon rind slices to the boiling pickling liquid. Let them simmer for about 10 minutes until they become tender but still have a slight crunch.

6

Cool and Store

Remove the watermelon rind slices from the pickling liquid and let them cool to room temperature. Transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to develop.

7

Enjoy!

Now that your Watermelon Rind Pickle chips have had time to pickle, it's time to enjoy! Serve them as a snack, add them to sandwiches, or use them as a flavorful topping.