Pickled Watermelon Rind (Polish Version)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 9
Tangy and Sweet Pickled Watermelon Rind (Polish Version)
in Pickles

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hour 20 min

Ready In

1 hour 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 lbs watermelon rind
salt water ( use 3 tablespoons salt for each quart of water )
2 lbs sugar
3 cups distilled white vinegar
6 cinnamon sticks
2 tablespoons whole allspice
2 tablespoons whole cloves
2 tablespoons mustard seeds

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
251
Sugar
56g
Fat
0g
Pickled Watermelon Rind is a popular Polish dish made from the rind of the watermelon, which is typically thrown away or composted. The pickling process has been around for ages and used to preserve summer produce for the colder months. This tangy and sweet Polish variant of the recipe uses sugar, vinegar, and a mixture of cinnamon sticks, whole allspice, cloves, and mustard seeds to enhance the taste and flavor in the amazing dish. People enjoy the pickle when sweet, sour or spicy depending on the variation With this recipe, you can enjoy Pickled Watermelon Rind with your favorite food and it can also be served as a snack or party appetizer.

Instructions

1.Peel the outer green skin off the watermelon rind.
2.Cut the watermelon rind into 1-2 inch cubes.
3.Place the watermelon rind in a large bowl and cover with salt water. Leave at room temperature for 6-8 hours.
4.After 6-8 hours, rinse the watermelon rind with cold water and drain the excess water.
5.In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, distilled white vinegar, cinnamon sticks, whole allspice, cloves and mustard seeds.
6.Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
7.Add the watermelon rind to the saucepan and bring it to a boil.
8.Reduce the heat and simmer for about an hour, frequently stirring until the watermelon rind becomes translucent and the syrupy thickness is achieved.
9.Discard the cinnamon sticks, allspice and cloves before serving.
10.Store the pickle in an airtight jar and refrigerate up to 3 months.

PROS

Pickled Watermelon Rind is an underappreciated food, but it offers a unique flavor when pickled.
It can add an tangy and sweet flavor to salads, sandwiches, burgers and hot dogs.
The pickling process also helps preserve the watermelon rind for up to several months.

CONS

The recipe calls for adding sugar to the pickling mixture, which might not be ideal for individuals watching their blood sugar.
Moreover, there are high amounts of sugar, which translates to a high calorie count in a small amount.
As well, because of its high sugar content, the pickle should be consumed in moderation.
The recipe takes a long time to prepare and involves several steps, making it a little bit difficult to make compared to other pickle recipes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pickled Watermelon Rind is rich in lycopene antioxidant, which has anti-inflammatory properties and supports healthy vision. It also has immune-boosting vitamin C, heart-healthy potassium, and dietary fiber that promotes gut health and aids digestion.

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