A new twist on the salty watermelon trick.

Now you love it.

Were betting the same will be true with these sweet-and-spicy watermelon wedges.

Southern Living Pepper Sauce Watermelon Wedges on a blue platter to serve

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A drizzle of pepper sauce (yes, the same stuff you drizzle oncollard greens!)

adds a nice vinegary bite, while a sprinkle of pepper and flaky sea salt finish it out.

Ingredients

16(3/4-in.-thick)watermelon wedges(from 1 small [4 1/2 lb.]

Drizzle both sides of watermelon wedges with liquid from hot peppers in vinegar.

Sprinkle one side of watermelon wedges with flaky sea salt and coarsely ground black pepper; place on platter.

Top with sliced hot peppers.

Make Ahead

Slice watermelon the night before.

Remaining steps can be done the day guests arrive.