Cold salted watermelons in jars for the winter

Be sure to be responsible when choosing a watermelon. It is best to use a ripe product for seaming. Before buying a watermelon, take it in your hands and slap your palm on the side. From a ripe fruit, you will feel the return with your other hand. First, we need to carefully process our watermelon. To do this, simply place it in the sink and turn on warm water. You need to wash it with soap or baking soda. Repeat this step several times to accurately remove all dirt and all microbes from the surface of the watermelon. Then transfer it to paper towels to spread on the table. They will absorb all the excess liquid that is on the watermelon.

When the watermelon is completely dry, cut it into small wedges. The pieces should pass freely inside the jar. If you want, you can peel off the rind or the green part of it. Set aside the finished watermelon slices.

We are starting to process the cans in which our watermelons will be stored. First, wash them well using baking soda. After that, pour water into the jar, the height of which should be about 2 centimeters. Place the jar in the microwave for 4-5 minutes. When the time is up, take out the container from there, drain the water and put it on a kitchen towel, which must be spread out on the table in advance. Place the jar lids in a small bowl. Fill them with cold water. Put the dishes in the microwave also for 4-5 minutes. Then place the lids next to the jars. You can also choose a different sterilization method. For it, we need a kettle or an ordinary saucepan. You will need to position the jar so that it fills with steam. It is necessary to keep the jar in this position for 2-3 minutes.

When the jars are completely dry, spread the watermelon wedges, bay leaves, and peppercorns over them. Pour cold water into a saucepan. Put the dishes on the fire. When the water boils, add salt to it. Stir the brine well so that all crystals dissolve quickly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes. Then remove the pot from the stove. Leave the brine to cool. When it gets cold, strain it. To do this, use a sieve or plain gauze. Pour the brine over the watermelon wedges and cover. Leave them to roam in the kitchen.

We need to wait until the end of the fermentation process. When this happens, screw the caps back on. It is very important to ensure that no damage, such as cracks, appears on the surface of the cans.If you have such an unpleasant situation, you will have to quickly replace the used container. Once you have secured all the lids, you will need to move the cans to a cool place. It can be a balcony or your pantry. If your refrigerator is large enough to fit cans there, leave them in it.

Salted watermelons are ready. The way to prepare them is as simple as possible. You don't have to spend a lot of your free time and energy on it. Despite this, the result will be a very pleasant surprise for you. Start cooking!