Candied Watermelon Rind
Homemade candied fruit is a great choice for anyone with a sweet tooth—delicious and free of additives! These candied watermelon rinds are tasty and simple, they keep for a long time, and everyone loves them. Give them a try!
Cooking method
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Step 1:
The ingredients.
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Step 2:
Cut the hard green skin off the watermelon rinds.
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Step 3:
Cut the white rind into sticks.
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Step 4:
Put the sticks in a pot of cold water and bring to a boil; once the water boils, cook for about 10 minutes. Drain them in a colander so the water runs off.
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Step 5:
Make the syrup: stir the sugar into the water and bring to a boil. Add the rind to the syrup, smooth out the surface, and let it cool for 12 hours. Then bring it back to a boil, lower the heat, and cook for 15 minutes. Let the rind cool again for 12 hours, then repeat the process once more.
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Step 6:
Transfer the finished candied rind to a colander to let the syrup drain off. Spread it out on a baking sheet dusted with sugar and let it dry.
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Step 7:
And there you have it: syrup and candied fruit!
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Step 8:
Thrifty: watermelon rinds usually go straight in the trash, yet they make excellent candied fruit. Wholesome: made by hand, with no preservatives or flavor enhancers. Versatile: enjoy it on its own or use it as an add-in for baking and desserts.
Caloric content of the products possible in the composition of the dish
- Granulated sugar - 398 kcal/100g
- Sugar - 398 kcal/100g
- Water - 0 kcal/100g
- Watermelon rind - 18 kcal/100g
