Watermelons are gradually starting to appear on store shelves and markets. This wonderful fruit not only has pink pulp, but also the rind. I propose to make such a sweetness as candied fruits out of it.
It is necessary
- - watermelon peels - 1 kg;
- - sugar - 1, 2 kg;
- - water - 750 ml.
Instructions
Step 1
First, cut the top green layer from the watermelon rind with a knife. Then rinse them thoroughly under running water and chop the remaining pulp, cutting it into cubes or thin strips.
Step 2
Transfer the crushed watermelon rinds to a large saucepan and cover them with clean, cold water. Then put on fire and let this mixture boil. After this happens, cook it for another 10-15 minutes, skimming off the foam from time to time.
Step 3
After the time has elapsed, put the boiled watermelon peels in a colander - this way all excess liquid will drain from them.
Step 4
After pouring granulated sugar into a saucepan, fill it with the required amount of water. Stir this solution properly, then put it on fire - it should boil.
Step 5
Next, put the boiled watermelon peels in boiling sugar syrup. Mix everything properly. Set aside the resulting mass and do not touch it until it has completely cooled down, that is, for about 8-12 hours.
Step 6
After this period of time has passed, put the mass of watermelon peels on the fire and, bringing to a boil, cook for one quarter of an hour. Then let the mixture cool and stand. Repeat boiling and standing the watermelon rind again, then drain the excess syrup.
Step 7
Sprinkle the watermelon peels with 4 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Mix everything as it should. Lay the future candied fruits on the parchment in such a way that they do not touch each other.
Step 8
When the dish is completely dry, you can serve it to the table. Candied watermelon peels are ready!
