How do I make watermelon rind pickle tacos?

Spice up your Taco Tuesday with these zesty Watermelon Rind Pickle Tacos! Crunchy, tangy, and oh-so-delicious!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make Watermelon Rind Pickle Tacos. Items include: Watermelon Rind Vinegar Water Sugar Salt Mustard Seeds Peppercorns Red Pepper Flakes Taco Shells or Tortillas Shredded Lettuce Chopped Tomatoes Sliced Avocado Sour Cream or Hot Sauce

Watermelon Rind 1 watermelon worth of rind
Vinegar 1 cup
Water 1 cup
Sugar 1/2 cup
Salt 1 tablespoon
Mustard Seeds 1 teaspoon
Peppercorns 1/2 teaspoon
Red Pepper Flakes 1/2 teaspoon
Taco Shells or Tortillas As needed
Shredded Lettuce As desired
Chopped Tomatoes As desired
Sliced Avocado As desired
Sour Cream or Hot Sauce As desired

Take note
Be careful when handling the knife and always supervise children in the kitchen. Also, make sure to use a ripe watermelon for the best flavor!

1

Prepare the Watermelon Rind

Start by peeling off the tough green skin of the watermelon rind using a peeler or a sharp knife. Once peeled, cut the rind into thin strips or small cubes. Rinse the rind under cold water to get rid of any dirt or residue.

2

Make the Pickling Liquid

In a saucepan, combine equal parts water and vinegar. Add in sugar, salt, and your favorite spices like mustard seeds, peppercorns, and red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until the sugar and salt have dissolved.

3

Pickling the Watermelon Rind

Add the watermelon rind to the pickling liquid. Make sure all the rind pieces are submerged. Let them soak in the pickling liquid for at least 2 hours to develop flavors. If you prefer a milder flavor, you can go for a shorter soak time, but longer gives a more intense taste.

4

Assemble the Tacos

Warm up your favorite taco shells or tortillas. Fill each shell with a generous amount of pickled watermelon rind. Top it off with your favorite taco toppings like shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, sliced avocado, and a drizzle of sour cream or hot sauce. Get creative and add any other ingredients you love!

5

Enjoy!

Grab your zesty Watermelon Rind Pickle Tacos and take a big bite! You'll be amazed by the crunchy texture and the tangy flavor of the pickled watermelon rind. Get ready for a taste explosion in every taco!