Gelo di melone

The gelo di melone ("gelu di muluni" in Sicilian, also known as gelo d'anguria) is a typical Sicilian dessert, traditionally prepared in Ferragosto. A jellied watermelon pudding, it is also popular for the Saint Rosalia celebrations in Palermo. It is commonly considered an inheritance of Arab domination, and a dessert derived from the Persian fālūdhaj. Basic ingredients are watermelon pulp, sugar (or honey) and starch, while pistachios, candied fruit, cinnamon and rose water are often added.

Gelo di melone

The gelo di melone ("gelu di muluni" in Sicilian, also known as gelo d'anguria) is a typical Sicilian dessert, traditionally prepared in Ferragosto. A jellied watermelon pudding, it is also popular for the Saint Rosalia celebrations in Palermo. It is commonly considered an inheritance of Arab domination, and a dessert derived from the Persian fālūdhaj. Basic ingredients are watermelon pulp, sugar (or honey) and starch, while pistachios, candied fruit, cinnamon and rose water are often added.