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Watermelon Rind Stir-Fry Recipe

Indian · Side dish · 30 min total

A crunchy, savory stir-fry made from the often-discarded watermelon rind, cooked with spices for a delicious and sustainable side dish.

Ingredients

• 2 cups watermelon rind, green skin peeled and white part thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. Peel the green skin from the watermelon rind and slice the white part into thin strips, about 2 inches long.
2. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds; let them splutter.
3. Add the sliced watermelon rind, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well to coat.
4. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rind is tender and slightly browned.
5. Turn off heat, add lemon juice and cilantro, and mix well. Serve warm.

Tips

• Can be served as a side dish with rice or roti.
• Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat before serving.

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