Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 4
Transform watermelon rind into a bold, fermented, probiotic-rich delight with this Watermelon Rind Kimchi! 🍉🔥 This zero-waste twist on classic kimchi is crunchy, tangy, and packed with spicy umami flavors, making it a delicious and sustainable way to use every part of the fruit.
Ingredients For Watermelon Rind Kimchi
🔥For the Kimchi:
☑ 4 cups watermelon rind, peeled & julienned 🍉
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 sea salt 🧂
☑ ½ cup Napa cabbage, chopped 🥬
☑ 2 green onions, chopped 🌿
☑ 1 small carrot, julienned 🥕
🔥For the Kimchi Paste:
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) 🌶️
☑ 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 grated ginger 🌱
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) 🍜
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 rice vinegar 🍚
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 maple syrup or sugar 🍯
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 sesame oil 🫒
👩🍳 Cooking Steps For Watermelon Rind Kimchi
🔥 Step 1: Prepare the Watermelon Rind
1️⃣ Peel the tough green skin off the watermelon rind, leaving only the white part.
2️⃣ Slice into thin strips and place in a bowl with sea salt.
3️⃣ Let sit for 30 minutes, then rinse and drain.
🔥 Step 2: Make the Kimchi Paste
1️⃣ In a bowl, mix gochugaru, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and sesame oil.
2️⃣ Stir well to form a thick paste.
🔥 Step 3: Mix & Ferment
1️⃣ Add the drained watermelon rind, Napa cabbage, green onions, and carrots to a large bowl.
2️⃣ Massage the kimchi paste into the mixture until evenly coated.
3️⃣ Pack into a clean jar, pressing down to remove air pockets.
🔥 Step 4: Ferment & Enjoy!
1️⃣ Let ferment at room temperature for 24-48 hours, then refrigerate.
2️⃣ Serve as a spicy side dish, in rice bowls, or on top of grilled dishes!
🍉 Spicy, crunchy, and full of probiotic goodness—Watermelon Rind Kimchi is the ultimate zero-waste ferment! 🌿✨ Try this bold and sustainable recipe today! 🚀🔥
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