Tequila appetizer made from marinated watermelon pieces
4 servings
20 minutes
Pickled watermelon pieces are an exotic snack from Mexican cuisine that perfectly complements the ritual of tequila tasting. This unusual recipe combines the sweetness of watermelon with the spiciness of garlic and fragrant pepper, creating a wonderful contrast of flavors. The origins of this dish trace back to Mexican pickling traditions where fruits become unexpected gastronomic discoveries. The light acidity of vinegar highlights the freshness of the watermelon while spices add depth and zest. This snack is perfect for hot evenings, refreshing the palate and awakening appetite. It can serve not only as an accompaniment to tequila but also as part of an exquisite gastronomic composition. Serving chilled pieces makes it especially desirable, transforming a traditional fruit into a culinary adventure.
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We sterilize jars: - I wash the jars well with soda, place them upside down in a cold oven on a rack to prevent cracking from water. I turn the oven on to 100 degrees and heat until the jars are dry. Then I carefully take them out and place the hot jars on a towel to cool. I boil the lids in water for 5-7 minutes.
2
Cut the watermelon into wedges, remove the seeds with a knife, and pack tightly into sterilized jars.
- Watermelon: 1 kg
3
Pour in boiling water and let it sit for 15 minutes.
- Water: 1 l
4
Preparing the marinade: Pour 1 liter of water into a pot, add 1 tablespoon of salt, 3 tablespoons of sugar, 6 peppercorns, 4 small cloves of garlic, and 1 teaspoon of 70% vinegar or 100 grams of 6% vinegar.
- Water: 1 l
- Sea salt: 1 tablespoon
- Sugar: 3 tablespoons
- Black peppercorns: 6 pieces
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Vinegar: 1 teaspoon
5
Remove the marinade from the heat. Pour out the water from the watermelon can and add the marinade.
- Water: 1 l
- Watermelon: 1 kg
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Screw on the lid, place the jar upside down, wrap it in a blanket, and leave it overnight to cool completely. Enjoy your meal!!!