Watermelon is the ultimate summer classic, but there's a way to make it even better by borrowing a little inspiration from another wildly popular snack — french fries. While watermelon slices are delicious, their wedge shape can make it tricky to reach the juiciest part without making a mess. Watermelon fries, on the other hand, are designed for dipping — neat, easy to handle, and just unexpected enough to catch everyone's attention.
The idea was too fun to resist, so I gave it a go and made my own watermelon fries. The whole process was simple and inexpensive. I snagged a crinkle-cutting tool on for $4.
99 and was all set to give my watermelon a fry-style makeover. You could also cut straight watermelon fries without the tool, but the crinkles add that extra wow factor and authentic fry shape ( ). Start by cutting your watermelon into squares as thick as you like your fries, trimming the edges of the round slices to create large, tile-like shapes.
Then, use your crinkle-cutting tool to press down across each square, creating fry-shaped pieces. I found that longer pieces, around 2 to 3 inches, work best for dipping and visual appeal. Opt for a seedless watermelon to avoid tedious seed-picking.
Finally, arrange the fries on a plate around a ramekin. With your watermelon fries looking oh-so-fancy, it's time to get that ramekin filled with a delicious dipping sauce! Tasty dips for your watermelon fries Just like french fries pair perfectly with ketchup, watermelon fries pract.