Discover the hidden potential of watermelon rind with two surprisingly delicious recipes that will change the way you see food waste.
Reusing watermelon rind in two delicious recipes is a wonderful way to minimize food waste and explore new culinary possibilities. The watermelon rind, often discarded, offers a refreshing and surprisingly versatile ingredient. These creative uses of watermelon rind not only make your meals more interesting, but also contribute to a sustainable and eco-friendly approach to cooking. Embrace these inventive ideas and elevate your culinary adventure with the often-overlooked but delicious watermelon rind!
– 4 cups of watermelon rind
– 2 cups of sugar
– 1 tablespoon of lemon zest
– ¼ cup lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
– Pinch of salt
– Start by removing the outer green skin and the remaining pink flesh, then cut the rind into small pieces of the same size.
– Soak the diced rind in water with 1 cup of water and leave it in the fridge overnight.
– The following day transfers the rind to a large cooking pot and add the remaining 1 cup of sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt.
– Let the mixture boil over medium heat while stirring it frequently to prevent sticking.
– Once the mixture reaches a boil, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30–40 minutes until the rind becomes tender and translucent.
– When the jam reaches the desired consistency, turn off the heat and add the vanilla extract.
– To preserve the jam for a longer period, store it in sterilized jars once it cools.
– 4 cups of watermelon rind
– 2 tablespoons of sea salt
– 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon of lime juice
– ½ teaspoon of chili powder
– ½ teaspoon of ground cumin
– ¼ teaspoon of ground black pepper
– First, you need to remove the green layer from the rind, then cut it into julienne and toss it with the salt and leave it for at least 2 hours. This step will help you to draw excess water from the rind and will infuse a hint of savory flavor into it.
– Once the soaking process is over, drain the water from the rind.
– Rinse the rind juliennes with cold water, then dry it using a clean paper towel.
– In a separate bowl mix the brown sugar, and lime juice with the rest of the spices. Whisk the ingredients well to infuse the flavors.
– Now add the watermelon rind to the seasoning mixture, and make sure to cover every piece.
– Allow the rind to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
– Serve the rind snacks with the sauces of your choice like mayo, chili sauce…
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