Smoked Watermelon Ham

Ingredients

8 servings

• 1 watermelon
• 1 small bowl of salt
• 1 tablespoon of oregano
• 2 tablespoons of coriander
• 1 tablespoon of oak wood ash
• 1 beautiful bunch of oregano
• 5 tablespoons of olive oil
• 2 small bunches of rosemary

Steps

1. 1

   Stand the watermelon on one of its ends. Gradually remove the skin with a large knife.

2. 2

   Put two glasses of hot water in a bowl, then add the salt and all the other ingredients. Mix well.

3. 3

   Place the watermelon in a cooler filled with very cold water and stir in the herb and spice mixture. Let sit for about 24 hours.

4. 4

   Light the barbecue. Remove the watermelon from the cooler and place it on the barbecue grill. Grill it on all sides, then remove. Reserve its juices.

5. 5

   Place the piece on a large tray, then score it like a baked ham, both lengthwise and widthwise. The cuts should create a crosshatch pattern.

6. 6

   Take a wok and pour in the olive oil. Add the rosemary and carefully place the watermelon inside using two flat spatulas. Baste it with olive oil and its juices, both on the surface and in the cuts. Let roast for about 20 minutes over low heat, then remove.

7. 7

   Move the watermelon to a cutting board and cut into beautiful slices. Arrange on a large plate.