Source: Fahrwasser, AdobeStockIf you still think watermelon can only be eaten fresh, we have something to surprise you with. Today, we'll show you how to make a delicious compote from it – for summer or winter, with various additions, with and without sugar. Choose a recipe to your taste!
1. Watermelon Compote with Sugar and Citric Acid
Source: pinterest.comWe recommend chilling it in the refrigerator for a couple of hours or serving it with ice.
You will need: 2-3 kg watermelon, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 liter water, 2-3 pinches citric acid.
Preparation: Separate the watermelon pulp, cut it into arbitrary pieces, pour boiling water over it, and add sugar and citric acid. Bring everything to a boil, cook the compote for 5-10 minutes, and strain it through cheesecloth or a fine sieve.
2. Watermelon Compote with Lemon for Winter
Source: bee-master.ruIn winter, watermelon compote will be the best reminder of sunny summer days.
You will need: 700 g watermelon pulp, 100 g sugar, 500 ml water, 2-3 lemon slices.
Preparation: Pour water over the watermelon pieces, lemon, and sugar, and cook for 15 minutes after boiling. Pour the compote into a sterilized jar and seal it for winter.
3. Sweet Watermelon Compote
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruYou can use more or less sugar, according to your taste.
You will need: 3 cups water, 500 g watermelon pulp, 2 cups sugar.
Preparation: Boil water with sugar and cook until dissolved. Add the diced, seedless watermelon pulp, bring the compote to a boil again, and remove it from the heat.
4. Watermelon Compote in Syrup for Winter
Source: youtube.comTried and tested proportions for the most successful winter preserve.
You will need: 2 kg watermelon pulp, 2 liters water, 400 g sugar.
Preparation: Boil water with sugar and add the diced, seedless watermelon pulp. Bring to a boil again, remove from heat, and let the compote steep for 40 minutes. Arrange the watermelon pieces in prepared jars. Boil the syrup again and pour it into the jars. Sterilize the preserves for another 15 minutes in boiling water and seal for winter.
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5. Watermelon and Apple Compote for Winter
Source: vosadu-li-vogorode.ruA very fresh and unusual, yet simple compote.
You will need: 1.5 kg watermelon pulp, 300 g apples, 200 g sugar, 1.5 liters water.
Preparation: Boil water with sugar and cook until dissolved. Add sliced apples and cook for another 3 minutes after it boils again. Add the chopped watermelon pulp, bring the compote to a boil once more, cook for another 1 minute, and seal it in sterilized jars.
6. Watermelon Compote with Cane Sugar
Source: wallpapersgood.ruBe sure to remove all seeds, both black and white, from the watermelon pulp.
You will need: 2 kg watermelon pulp, 1 lemon, 100 g cane sugar.
Preparation: Cut one-third of the pulp into cubes, and squeeze the juice from the rest. Add about 30% water, lemon juice, and cane sugar to the watermelon juice. Bring to a boil, add the watermelon cubes to the compote, bring to a boil again, and remove from heat.
7. Watermelon Compote with Strawberries, Raspberries, and Blueberries
Source: searchfoodfy.comA wonderful summer compote, especially good with ice cubes and fresh mint leaves.
You will need: 2 liters water, 3 cups watermelon pulp, 1 cup each of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, 4 tbsp sugar.
Preparation: Boil water with sugar. Add all the berries, bring to a boil again, and cook for 3 minutes. Add the chopped watermelon, cook the compote for another 3 minutes, and remove from heat.
8. Watermelon Compote with Mint
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruThis compote needs at least 1 hour to steep before serving.
You will need: 2 liters water, 1 kg watermelon pulp, 100 g sugar, 3 sprigs mint.
Preparation: Boil water with sugar. Add the diced watermelon pulp and bring to a boil again. Add mint, cook the compote for another 1-2 minutes, remove from heat, and let it cool and steep.
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9. Summer Compote from Watermelon Rinds
Source: pinterest.comAn interesting recipe to make use of watermelon rinds.
You will need: 1 liter water, 100 g watermelon rinds, 5 tbsp sugar, 1/3 lemon.
Preparation: Remove the green skin from the watermelon rinds, and cut the rest into strips. Add lemon slices, pour water over them, and bring to a boil. Add sugar to the compote, reduce heat, and cook for 5-6 minutes with the lid on.
10. Watermelon Rind Compote for Winter
Source: pinterest.comDefinitely worth trying!
You will need: 150 g watermelon rinds, 1 liter water, 100 g sugar, 1/2 lemon.
Preparation: Cut off the green part and dice the watermelon rinds. Slice the lemon and place everything into prepared jars. Pour boiling water over them, leave for 7 minutes with the lid on, drain this water, and boil it again, but this time add sugar. Pour the sugar syrup over the rinds and seal the compote for winter.
11. Watermelon and Melon Compote
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruAn original compote that will easily surprise family and guests.
You will need: 300 g watermelon pulp, 300 g melon pulp, 15 ml lemon juice, 100 g sugar, 700 ml water.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon and melon into arbitrary pieces. Boil water with sugar, add the chopped pulp, and bring to a boil again. Cook the compote for a couple of minutes, pour in the lemon juice, and remove it from the heat.
12. Watermelon and Cherry Compote for Winter
Source: commons.wikimedia.orgNothing compares to beloved cherry preserves. This time, with watermelon too!
You will need: 350 g pitted cherries, 800 g watermelon pulp, 400 g sugar, 1.5 liters water.
Preparation: Boil water with sugar and cook until dissolved. Add cherries and sliced watermelon, bring to a boil again, and cook for 2-3 minutes. Pour the compote into sterilized jars and seal.
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13. Watermelon and Plum Compote
Source: receptnapitkov.ruNot too sweet and slightly piquant compote – a real find.
You will need: 600 g watermelon pulp, 600 g plums, 80 g sugar, 2.5 liters water.
Preparation: Remove pits from plums and slice the pulp. Cut the seedless watermelon pulp into arbitrary pieces. Boil water with sugar, add the fruits, and cook the compote over low heat for about 15 minutes.
14. Watermelon and Grape Compote for Winter
Source: bee-master.ruWe recommend using small, seedless grapes, like Kishmish.
You will need: 400 g watermelon, 250 g grapes, 1 liter water, 100 g sugar, 1 tbsp lemon juice.
Preparation: Cut off the green skin from the watermelon and slice the rest. Place in a prepared jar and add grapes. Pour boiling water over everything and leave for 10 minutes with the lid on. Drain this water, bring it to a boil, add sugar and lemon juice, cook the syrup for a couple of minutes, and pour it back. Seal the compote for winter.
15. Watermelon and Orange Compote
Source: banketof.ruThe perfect compote for summer parties and picnics.
You will need: 1 kg watermelon, 1 orange, 300 g sugar, 1.5 liters water, 1 pinch vanilla.
Preparation: Cut off the green skin from the watermelon. Finely chop the white rinds and cut the seedless pulp into slightly larger pieces. Boil water with sugar, add the pulp, and cook for 15 minutes. Strain the compote, add the white rinds, and cook for another half hour over low heat. Strain the compote again, add vanilla and orange slices, and cook for another 5-7 minutes.
16. Watermelon and Blueberry Compote for Winter
Source: pinterest.comBlueberries give the drink a rich berry color and make it even more appetizing.
You will need: 400 g watermelon pulp, 300 g blueberries, 250 g sugar, 2.5 liters water.
Preparation: Slice the seedless watermelon pulp. Sort the blueberries and place everything in a jar. Pour boiling water over them and leave for 10 minutes with the lid on. Then drain this water and boil it again. Pour sugar into the jar, pour in the boiling water, and seal.
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17. Watermelon, Apple, and Pear Compote
Source: mirtesen.ruA country-style compote that will be especially useful for garden owners.
You will need: 600 g watermelon pulp, 2 apples, 2 pears, 3 liters water, 100 g sugar.
Preparation: Boil water with sugar. Cut the watermelon, apples, and pears, place them in the syrup, and cook the compote for 15 minutes over low heat after it boils again.
18. Watermelon and Strawberry Compote for Winter
Source: beerhead-bar.ruQuick to prepare, but then delights throughout the winter season.
You will need: 500 g watermelon pulp, 500 g strawberries, 200 g sugar, 2 pinches citric acid, 2-3 liters water.
Preparation: Cut the seedless watermelon into medium cubes. Cut large strawberries as well, and place everything into prepared jars. Pour boiling water over them and leave with lids on for 5 minutes. Drain the water and boil it with sugar. Add citric acid, cook for another 1 minute, pour back into the jars, and seal the compote for winter.
19. Watermelon and Lime Compote
Source: mavink.comServe it with mint leaves for an even brighter aroma.
You will need: 800 g watermelon pulp, 1 lime, 70 g sugar, 2 liters water.
Preparation: Boil water with sugar. Add the arbitrarily chopped watermelon pulp and thinly sliced lime. Cook the compote over low heat for about 15 minutes.
20. Watermelon and Melon Compote for Winter
Source: drive2.ruThis sunny seasonal compote is especially good on gray winter weekdays!
You will need: 500 g watermelon pulp, 300 g melon pulp, 100 g sugar, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 600 ml water.
Preparation: Cut the melon and watermelon into medium cubes. Bring water with sugar to a boil, add the fruits, bring to a boil again, and cook for 2-3 minutes. Pour in the lemon juice and seal the compote in sterilized jars.