Yellow Melon Salad (South Africa)
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INGREDIENTS 1 cup sugar 1-1/2 cups water or fruit juice 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons vinegar 1 teaspoon ground ginger 4 cantaloupes 1/4 watermelon Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons Muscatel or Port Mint, for garnish In a small saucepan, place the sugar, water, lemon juice, vinegar, and ginger. Heat to boiling, stirring well. Continue boiling for about 5 minutes, then strain syrup through a fine sieve or cheesecloth into a bowl. Cool. Meanwhile, de-seed the cantaloupes and watermelon. Using a melon baller, collect balls and place in a large bowl. Sprinkle with the salt and pepper to taste, then sprinkle on the Muscatel or Port. Toss gently. Pour cooled syrup over melon balls and refrigerate for several hours before serving. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig, if desired.