Gelo di melone

The gelo di melone or mellone (Sicilian: gelu di muluni), also known as gelo d'anguria, is a typical Sicilian jelly dessert consisting of a watermelon pudding. Traditionally prepared on Ferragosto, it is also popular for the Saint Rosalia celebrations in Palermo.

Its basic ingredients are watermelon pulp, sugar (or honey) and starch, while pistachios, candied fruit, cinnamon and jasmine water are often added. It is commonly, although mistakenly, considered an inheritance of Arab influence dating to the Muslim period.

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