Pickled Watermelon Rind

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Appears in Cook's Illustrated September/October 2019

    

After cutting up watermelon, don't throw away that rind—pickle it instead.

SERVES Makes two 1-pint jars

TIME 45 minutes, plus 24 hours cooling

Pickled Watermelon Rind

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS

Pickled watermelon rind is a classic Southern treat that's traditionally made with a sweet brine; our version calls for less sugar and more vinegar and includes cinnamon and cloves. First, we soaked the rind in a saltwater solution for 3 ho...

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