Gidray jo Saag

Method

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1. 1

   Peel the musk melon, scoop out the seeds, and cut the flesh into medium-sized pieces.

2. 2

   Heat the oil in a pan on a medium flame. When hot, add the cumin seeds and let them temper. Then add the chopped green chillies, dried red chillies, melon pieces, salt and turmeric.

3. 3

   Cover the pan with a thali (flat metal plate). The melon will begin to release water.

4. 4

   Let the melon cook in its own released water, stirring at regular intervals.

5. 5

   When the melon is cooked, stir in the sugar and let it simmer for 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Serve hot.