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(a) Cut off the top of the melon as shown in the picture. Take out the seeds.

(b) Oil the cooking-pan and heat.

(c) Fry the duck for 10 minutes.

(d) Add the ginger and Fun Wine. Salt. Fry for 1 minute more. Turn frequently.

(e) Add chestnuts, lotus nuts, mushrooms, and enough primary soup to fill the melon. Cook until the soup boils.

(f) Transfer all into the melon. Cover with the piece you cut from the melon. Steam for about 3½ hours; the size of melon decides