Shakkar teti panna is a light and refreshing summer dessert made with musk melon in sweetened milk. It’s easy to prepare with only 3 ingredients.
The arrival of summer comes with the familiar warmth that makes you crave something fresh and juicy. For me, that means it’s officially melon and watermelon season!
I love using them in all sorts of ways—whether it’s a super refreshing watermelon mocktail , a bright watermelon and mint salad , or a simple watermelon carpaccio salad . It’s the best way to keep cool and enjoy the sweet side of summer.
This delicately sweet kharbooja panna is my grandmother’s recipe. She would prepare it for my Mum during the sweltering hot days in India. It’s a simple dessert that takes minutes to make but is so satisfying, just like this Mexican dessert fresas con crema .
Pieces of cantaloupe melon (musk melon) are soaked in a sweetened creamy milk. Enjoy it chilled after a meal or as a light cooling snack.
Ingredients
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- Cantaloupe melon or other musk melon such as honeydew.
- Milk
- Sugar or condensed milk
- Cream – optional but makes the milk extra creamy
- Mint leaves to garnish
Make it vegan
To make this recipe vegan, use any dairy-free milk. A thick coconut milk would also work really well. Stick to sugar to sweeten or use vegan condensed milk if you can find it.
Storage
Store kharbooja panna in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 1 day.
You can also prepare the sweet milk in advance and keep in the fridge for 5 days. Simply add your fruit before you’re ready to serve.
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Shakkar Teti Panna (Kharbooja Panna)
Equipment
- Sharp knife or melon baller
Ingredients
- 1 large musk melon cantaloupe or honeydew
- 6 cup milk
- 1 cup cream optional
- ½ cup regular sugar or condensed milk
Garnish
- fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Combine milk, cream and sugar in a bowl. Place in the fridge to chill whilst prpeparing the melon.
- Use a melon baller to scoop out the flesh from the melon or just use a knife to cut into bite-size pieces.
- When ready to serve pour chilled milk mixture over the melon.
- Top with mint.
Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Note – This recipe has been updated from our recipe archives with a new, improved recipe, new images and content. First published in July 2015.
Shakkar Teti Panna (Kharbooja Panna)
Equipment
- Sharp knife or melon baller
Ingredients
- 1 large musk melon cantaloupe or honeydew
- 6 cup milk
- 1 cup cream optional
- ½ cup regular sugar or condensed milk
Garnish
- fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Combine milk, cream and sugar in a bowl. Place in the fridge to chill whilst prpeparing the melon.
- Use a melon baller to scoop out the flesh from the melon or just use a knife to cut into bite-size pieces.
- When ready to serve pour chilled milk mixture over the melon.
- Top with mint.
Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Gujarati cuisine is full of bold flavours, balance, and heritage – and nothing represents it better than Gujarati shaak. Whether it’s a quick weekday meal or part of a festive thali, shaak is always at the centre of the plate.
I grew up eating these dishes, and many of the recipes in this round-up have been passed down in my Gujarati family for generations. They’re filled with comfort and tradition.
What Is Gujarati Shaak?
Shaak can be made from vegetables or pulses like beans and lentils, each with its own unique seasoning. Some dishes are reserved for weddings and celebrations, while others are everyday staples that come together quickly.
Gujarati food is also deeply seasonal. We cook what’s fresh and available, which means lighter shaaks in the summer and heartier ones in the cooler months.
All Gujarati shaak are vegetarian and the majority are vegan as they are made without any dairy products.
To see how shaak fits into a full meal, take a look at my Complete Guide to a Gujarati Thali .
Need ideas for your next meal? I’ve put together Gujarati Dinner Ideas to help you mix and match shaak with rotli, dar-bhaat, and sides for a satisfying plate.
To finish on a sweet note, browse my Gujarati Sweets & Desserts collection with family-favourite recipes you’ll love.
Gujarati Shaak Made with Vegetables
Fresh and full of flavour, these shaak recipes highlight a variety of vegetables commonly used in Gujarati kitchens. Perfect for enjoying authentic, vegetable-forward dishes.
Beans & Pulses
These recipes highlight the rich variety of beans, lentils, and pulses that play a vital role in Gujarati cooking. Perfectly paired with rotli or rice, they bring depth and comfort to every meal.
Festive & Wedding Shaak
For special occasions, Gujarati shaak becomes more elaborate and flavourful, often reserved for weddings and festivals. These recipes showcase the celebratory spirit of Gujarati cuisine.
Seasonal Shaak
Gujarati cooking follows the rhythm of the seasons. This section features shaak recipes made with fresh, seasonal ingredients that capture the best of summer, monsoon, and winter.
Bharela Shaak
Bharela shaak, or stuffed vegetable dishes, are a Gujarati favourite. Packed with spiced fillings, these flavourful recipes are perfect for both everyday meals and special occasions.
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Gujarati Shaak Recipes
Equipment
- Pressure cooker or Instant Pot
- Kadai or Pan
Ingredients
- 1 Bateta Nu Shaak
- 1 Mag Nu Shaak
- 1 Bharela Bhinda Nu Shaak
- 1 Valor Ringan Nu Shaak
- 1 Dudhi Bateta Nu Shaak
Instructions
- Choose a gujarati shaak recipe from the list above.
- Click on the link to see the full recipe and follow the instructions.
- Enjoy with Gujarati rotli, Gujarati dal or kadhi and basmati rice.
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
