Korean Watermelon Rind Kimchi
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- 19
- 20min
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A quick, spicy-sweet watermelon rind kimchi—fresh, crunchy, and perfect for summer snacking.
Ingredients
For kimchi:
Base seasoning:
Chili paste (Authentic-style)
Chili paste (Easy Indian substitute):
Fresh summer greens:
Finish:
Cooking Steps
Method:
Step 1 : Prep the rind:
Peel off the green outer skin of the watermelon rind. Slice the white part into thin strips. Toss with salt and let sit for 10–15 minutes. This draws out water and softens texture. Rinse lightly and squeeze out excess moisture.
Step 2 : Combine fruit & rind:
In a large bowl, add watermelon cubes and prepared rind.
Step 3 : Make the base sauce:
Mix garlic, ginger, soy sauce, honey, and lemon juice.
Step 4 : Choose your heat base:
For deeper Korean flavor: add gochujang. For Indian pantry version: mix all substitute ingredients into a paste.
Step 5 : Mix everything:
Pour the sauce over the watermelon and rind. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat without breaking the fruit.
Step 6 : Add greens:
Fold in mint, coriander, and spring onion greens for freshness.
Step 7 : Rest (optional but recommended):
Let it sit for 15–30 minutes in the fridge to let flavors meld and blend.
Step 8 : Finish:
Drizzle sesame oil and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Step 9 : Serve chilled:
Best enjoyed slightly cold as a crunchy, sweet-spicy summer kimchi salad. The watermelon can be chopped or diced length wise for a more traditional cabbage kimchi style look.
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Korean Watermelon Rind Kimchi
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