Kislyi Arbuz (Fermented Pickled Watermelon) — Jewish Food Society

Kislyi Arbuz (Fermented Pickled Watermelon) — Jewish Food Society

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Ingredients

  • 12 cups water, divided
  • 6 tablespoons kosher salt
  • ½ medium-sized watermelon
  • 8 large garlic cloves, peeled and smashed but still whole
  • 15 peppercorns
  • 4 ribs celery, trimmed and cleaned, cut into 2-3” long pieces
  • 5 stems fresh dill (choose ones with thick stems)
  • cheesecloth
  • 6 quart non-reactive container or crock (Do not use a metal container)

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