Source: Alrandir, AdobeStockA great way to remember sunny summer days in winter is to can a few jars of pickled watermelons. Moreover, it's very easy to do! There aren't many recipes, but we managed to collect 15 of the best for you!
1. Pickled Watermelons with Citric Acid
Source: pinterest.comAnd not a drop of vinegar – an excellent choice for those who cannot consume it.
You will need: 2 kg watermelon, 1.5 L water, 60 g sugar, 3 bay leaves, 6 clove buds, 20 g salt, 1.5 tsp citric acid.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon into pieces and place them in clean jars with bay leaves and cloves. Pour boiling water over everything and leave for 10 minutes under the lid. Drain this water, add salt, sugar, and citric acid to it, boil again, and pour over the watermelon. Seal with lids.
2. Pickled Watermelons without Rind for Winter
Source: pulse.mail.ruWe also recommend removing the seeds from the pulp to make the watermelons tastier to eat.
You will need: 400 g watermelon pulp, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tsp salt, 1 tbsp sugar, 2 tbsp vinegar.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon pulp into pieces, place in a jar with garlic, and pour boiling water over it. Leave for 20 minutes under the lid, drain this water, add sugar, salt, and vinegar, and boil again. Pour over again and seal the jars for winter.
3. Pickled Watermelons with Honey for Winter
Source: souspark.ruAn original sweet recipe for pickled watermelon.
You will need: 400 g watermelon, 20 g honey, 1 tbsp sugar, 10 g salt, 30 ml vinegar, 500 ml water.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon into pieces and place it in a prepared jar. Pour boiling water over everything and leave for 15 minutes under the lid. Drain this water and boil it again with sugar and salt. Add vinegar and honey, stir, pour the resulting marinade over the watermelon, and seal for winter.
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4. Pickled Watermelons in Jars without Sterilization
Source: ok.ruThe simplest and most convenient method. Just wash the jars with salt or scald them with boiling water.
You will need: 2 kg watermelon, 1.5 L water, 3 dill sprigs, 60 g sugar, 3 bay leaves, 6 clove buds, 6 allspice peppercorns, 20 g salt, 1.5 tsp citric acid.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon with the rind into pieces and place them in clean jars with dill, pepper, cloves, and bay leaf. Pour boiling water over and leave for 5 minutes under the lid. Then drain the water, boil it again, and pour over the watermelons for another 5 minutes. Drain this water again, add salt, sugar, and citric acid, boil again, and pour the marinade over the watermelons. Seal them with lids.
5. Pickled Watermelon Rinds for Winter
Source: hgtv.comA delicious and aromatic preparation can be made not only with the pulp.
You will need: 1 kg watermelon rinds, 1 tsp mustard seeds, 6 allspice peppercorns, 2 tbsp salt, 2 cloves garlic, 2 bay leaves, 1 L water, 100 ml vinegar, 2.5 tbsp sugar.
Preparation: Peel the green skin from the rinds and cut them into sticks. Boil them for 15 minutes in boiling water and drain in a colander. Boil 1 liter of water with all other marinade ingredients, add the watermelon rinds, and simmer for about 7 more minutes. Seal them in sterilized jars.
6. Pickled Watermelons with Celery for Winter
Source: pinterest.comDon't use overly ripe watermelon for preparations, as it will become too soft.
You will need: 800 g watermelon pulp, 2 celery stalks, 1/2 bunch dill, 800 ml water, 2 tbsp vinegar, 1.5 tbsp sugar and salt each, 2 bay leaves, 6 allspice peppercorns.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon and celery into pieces and place everything with dill in clean jars. Boil water with sugar, salt, spices, and vinegar. Pour the marinade over the watermelon and seal for winter.
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7. Pickled Watermelons with Apples in Jars
Source: pinterest.comSlightly softer apple varieties, like White Transparent, are ideal here.
You will need: 3 kg watermelon, 3 apples, 1-2 L water, 3 tbsp sugar, 2 tbsp salt, 2 tbsp vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon arbitrarily and place it in clean jars. Place apple slices on top and pour boiling water over everything. Leave for 15 minutes under the lid. Drain this water, add salt, sugar, spices to taste, and vinegar, bring to a boil again, pour the marinade over the watermelon, and seal.
8. Pickled Watermelons with Apple Cider Vinegar for Winter
Source: mirtesen.ruInstead of sugar, you can use honey or your favorite sweetener.
You will need: 400 g watermelon, 500 ml water, 2 tsp salt, 2 tbsp sugar, 30 ml apple cider vinegar.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon into slices and place it in a jar. Pour boiling water over and leave for 15 minutes. Then drain the water into a saucepan, add sugar, salt, and vinegar to it, boil again, and pour over the watermelon. Seal the preparation for winter.
9. Pickled Watermelons with Hot Pepper in Jars
Source: rutube.ruA more piquant variation of the original appetizer – for lovers of spicy food.
You will need: 1-1.5 kg watermelon, 1 hot pepper, 2 cloves garlic, 20 black peppercorns, 5 allspice peppercorns, 1 L water, 3 tbsp vinegar, 4 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp salt.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon into pieces and place it in a jar. Add the sliced hot pepper, all the peppercorns, and garlic. Pour boiling water over everything, leave for 5 minutes under the lid, and drain this water. Boil again and pour over the watermelon for 5 minutes. Drain again, add sugar, salt, and vinegar, bring to a boil, pour the marinade over the watermelon, and seal for winter.
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10. Pickled Watermelons in Jars with Spices
Source: danperlman.netOriginal pickled watermelons for everyday or for a festive table.
You will need: 2 kg watermelon, 1.5 L water, 60 g sugar, 3 bay leaves, 6 clove buds, 3 cherry and currant leaves each, 3 dill sprigs, 3 star anise, 1 tbsp mixed peppercorns, 6 cloves garlic, 3 tsp mustard seeds, 20 g salt, 2 tbsp vinegar.
Preparation: Place the sliced watermelons and all additives with spices in jars. Pour boiling water over and leave for 20 minutes under the lid. Drain this water, add sugar, salt, and vinegar to it, boil again, and pour over the watermelons with spices. Seal for winter.
11. Pickled Watermelons with Aspirin for Winter
Source: malinika.ruAnother way to ensure the preservation of the preparation – a little aspirin.
You will need: 800 g watermelon, 3 aspirin tablets, 5 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp salt, 500 ml water.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon into pieces and place it in prepared jars. Pour boiling water over and leave for 20 minutes under the lid. Then drain the water into a saucepan and add sugar and salt to it, and place the aspirin directly into the jars. Boil the marinade, pour it over the watermelon, and seal with lids.
12. Pickled Watermelons with Grapes in Jars for Winter
Source: pinterest.comKishmish or other seedless green grapes are ideal.
You will need: 500 g watermelon, 300 g grapes, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tsp salt, 2 tbsp sugar.
Preparation: Place watermelon pieces and grapes in prepared jars. You can add spices to taste. Pour boiling water over and leave for 20 minutes under the lid. Drain this water, add sugar, salt, and vinegar, boil again, and pour the resulting marinade over the preparations.
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13. Pickled Watermelons with Mustard for Winter
Source: kowen.ruThis recipe requires dry mustard powder – a godsend for preparations.
You will need: 1 kg watermelon, 1.5 tsp mustard powder, 3 tbsp sugar, 1.5 tbsp salt, 1 L water, 1 tsp citric acid.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon into pieces, place it in a jar, and pour boiling water over it. Leave for 20 minutes under the lid and drain this water. Add all other ingredients to it and bring to a boil again. Stir the marinade, pour it over the watermelons, and seal them for winter.
14. Pickled Watermelons with Tomatoes in Jars
Source: pinterest.comUse small, firm tomatoes, like cherry or cocktail tomatoes.
You will need: 2 kg tomatoes, 2 kg watermelon, 3 tsp mustard powder, 6 cloves garlic, 9 bay leaves, 1 tbsp dill seeds, 2 tbsp mixed peppercorns, 1 L water, 1.5 tbsp salt, 3 tbsp vinegar, 3 tbsp sugar.
Preparation: Place tomatoes, watermelon pieces, and all spices with garlic in jars. Pour boiling water over and leave for 15 minutes. Then drain this water, add salt, sugar, and mustard powder, boil again, pour in the vinegar, and pour over the preparations. Seal the jars with lids.
15. Pickled Watermelons with Basil for Winter
Source: namenu.ruFor variety, you can experiment with thyme or rosemary.
You will need: 2 kg watermelon, 1.5 L water, 60 g sugar, 6 cloves garlic, 20 g salt, 1 bunch basil, 2 tbsp vinegar.
Preparation: Place watermelon pieces, garlic, and basil in jars. Pour boiling water over them for 20 minutes, drain this water, and add sugar and salt to it. Boil again, pour in the vinegar, and pour the resulting marinade over the watermelon. Seal the pickled watermelons for winter.