Ingredients
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4 cupswater
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1 tablespooncoarse salt
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2 cupspeeled watermelon rind, leave a thin layer of pink, cut into 1 x 1/2 x 2 inch pieces
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3/4 cupsgranulated sugar
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1all spice berry
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1/2 cupcider vinegar
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4peppercorns
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4whole cloves
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1/2 teaspoonpickling spice
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1long slice of fresh gingeroot
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1/4 teaspooncelery seeds
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Instructions
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In large pot, bring water and salt to boil over medium high heat. Add rind pieces and boil until tender, about 5 minutes. Strain. Transfer rinds to a large metal bowl.
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In saucepan, combine remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 15 minutes, until slightly reduced. Pour over watermelon rinds in bowl. Place plate over top to keep rinds submerged in liquid. Cover and refrigerate for one day. Transfer to a glass jar and keep sealed in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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Notes
Serving suggestion: enjoy with your favorite deli meats and cheeses, perhaps with other pickled veggies for a tasting party.