Don’t waste the watermelon rind – pickle it and add it to salads or fresh salsas, or serve alongside cooked meats for a piquant bite. Makes 1 big preserving jar.

At some point, many cooks started leaving out the rind and just pickling the flesh, but some Russian-style watermelon pickle recipes still call for leaving it on. In the 18th century, directions ...

Step 3: Add the Vegetables Add the sliced bell peppers and onion slices directly to the brine and stir with a large spoon. Add the sliced cucumbers and stir again. Press down on the vegetables so ...

How many times have you opened a jar only to find pickles that are squishy? Get crisper cukes at home by pickling with the refrigerator method.

In fact, depictions of watermelon have been found in an ancient Egyptian tomb dating back at least 4000 years ago. Here are some recipes to help you celebrate the wonderful and oh-so hydrating ...

Adding spices and flavourings, such as mustard, peppercorns, cloves and coriander seeds, brings depth and flavour to pickle recipes.

A watermelon should sound hollow when tapped and feel heavy for its size. Watermelon is usually served chilled for maximum refreshment. Serve simply in easy-to-eat wedges or remove the skin and ...

Mediterranean Watermelon Salad Recipe: A quick serving of a refreshing salad with hydrating ingredients. Watermelon cubes, cucumber, tomatoes, lettuce and bell peppers drizzled with a light dressing.

6 Cups watermelon (chopped and deseeded) 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste 2 tbsp mint, chopped 1/2 tbsp chilli flakes (or to taste) Olive oil (to cook) Puree the watermelon and the mint in a blender until ...