Pan fried watermelon –Hey y’all! Ready to try something that’s gonna shake up your summer vibes? We’re diving into a deliciously unique treat—Pan Fried Watermelon Bites! This dish is not only easy to make, but it’s also a fun twist on traditional summertime flavors. Let’s whip up these sweet and savory bites that’ll have your friends asking for more!
Check out this fried watermelon goodness!
Just take a look at how scrumptious this looks:
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Gather these ingredients from your kitchen or the local store:
- 1 small seedless watermelon
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a kick)
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk if you don’t have it)
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Honey or maple syrup for drizzling
Instructions to Bring It All Together:
- First things first, slice your watermelon into bite-sized triangles or circles. Make sure they’re not too thick so they can fry evenly!
- In a bowl, mix the flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. This is where the flavor magic happens!
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until they’re well combined. The wet ingredients are crucial for that crispy coating.
- Now, dip each watermelon piece into the egg mixture, letting the excess drip off. Then coat it in the flour mixture. Make sure each piece is fully covered for that perfect crunch!
- Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. You want enough oil to cover the bottom of the pan.
- Once hot, carefully add your coated watermelon pieces to the oil. Fry them for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- Remove the fried watermelon and let it drain on paper towels. This step ensures they stay crispy and not greasy.
- Now it’s time to drizzle some honey or maple syrup on top to enhance the flavor! It adds that sweet touch that’ll have everyone licking their fingers.
And just like that, you’ve made a mouthwatering summer snack that’ll leave you craving more! These fried watermelon bites make for an incredible appetizer or dessert. Serve them at your next cookout or enjoy them just because—either way, they’re sure to be a hit. Dig in and enjoy!