The Best Watermelon Rind Kimchi

Step 1

Prepare fresh watermelon rinds. Discard green part and keep white part. Slice white part thinly then combine into a wide bowl.

Step 2

Sprinkle sea salt and toss until salt is well dissolved. Place a wrap on top and let it sit in room temperature for 30 min. Toss and flip the rinds. Wrap and let it sit another 30min.

Step 3

While rinds are pickling, make kimchi seasoning. Combine all seasoning ingredients, mix and set aside.

Step 4

After 1 hour of sitting in salt water, take out rinds. Rinse rinds in cold water 2 x and squeeze water out.

Step 5

Combine rinds and kimchi seasoning into a mixing bowl. Work seasoning into rinds until well incorporated. Sprinkle with scallion and sesame seeds when serving.

Step 6

Consume within 2 days for best flavor and texture. Store in glass container.