Fried Watermelon Rinds

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup cornmeal
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup shortening or vegetable oil
• 2 cups watermelon rind, cubed

Instructions

1. Mix together the cornmeal, flour, salt and pepper.
2. Heat the oil to 350 degrees F.
3. In a heavy 10 inch iron skillet. Roll the cubed rind in the cornmeal mixture and add to the hot oil.
4. Fry for about 8 to 10 minutes until lightly browned.
5. Stir gently and cook about 4 to 5 minutes more until browned all over.
6. Drain on paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
7. Eat while hot.

Attribution

Posted by FootsieBear at Recipe Goldmine April 30, 2001.

Source: Just Fruit Recipes: melborponsti.com/fruit/index.htm