Watermelon Rind Preserves Recipe. Step 3, let stand 2 to 3 hours if lime is used or 5 to 6 hours if salt is used. Step 5, cover with cold water and let stand 30 minutes.

The rind cooks for as long as 3 hours, turning from this. Stir until no flour remains and the mixture is smooth. In another large pot, add ginger to 1/2 gallon of water and bring to a boil.

Watermelon Rind Candy. • watermelon rind (thicker rind) • sugar • desired food grade colour • citric acid • air circulated drier • stainless steel vessels, knives, spoons etc. On day 1, bring the water and salt to a boil in a large, enamel stockpot over high heat.

Watermelon rind candy that was dehydrated at 50 °c for 14 h was the most preferred sample by the panellists as it received the highest score for texture, taste and overall acceptability attributes. Add sugar, lemon peel and water to a saucepan and cook it. Add 250 ml/ 8.5 fl.