When is the best time to sow watermelon in Sichuan?

Watermelon is one of the best-selling fruits of the hottest summer days; it eases restlessness and is sweet and tasty, enjoyed by young and old alike. So when do you sow watermelon in Sichuan? Let's take a look together!

1. When to sow watermelon in Sichuan

Watermelon in Sichuan is mostly sown in late spring, from March to April each year. Because some areas of Sichuan lack sunlight, greenhouse cultivation is mostly used; the watermelon variety and the cultivation soil are both factors that can affect the planting time.

2. How to cook watermelon rind

1. Do not throw away fresh watermelon rind; rinse it clean with water, then remove the tough outer skin and set it aside.

2. Then cut the watermelon rind into thin slices, or into shreds; finely chop ginger and garlic and set aside.

3. Heat a wok over medium heat, add oil to the hot wok, and once the oil is hot, add the chopped ginger and garlic and stir-fry until fragrant.

4. Turn the heat to high, add the shredded watermelon rind, and stir-fry it quickly.

5. Once the watermelon rind changes color from the heat, add an appropriate amount of salt and stir with a spatula to spread the salt evenly.

6. Next, add a small amount of light soy sauce and fragrant vinegar, stir with a spatula to mix the seasonings evenly, and very soon “sweet-and-sour, chewy watermelon rind” is ready - turn off the heat and serve!