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Gulab Jamun Recipe

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A traditional recipe for Gulab Jamun, a popular Indian sweet, perfect for Diwali celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups khoya (milk solids), grated
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
  • 1 tablespoon ghee
  • Oil for deep frying
  • For the sugar syrup:
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon rose water
  • A few saffron strands (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine grated khoya, all-purpose flour, baking soda, cardamom powder, and ghee.
  2. Knead into a smooth dough. If the dough is too dry, add a teaspoon of milk.
  3. Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into smooth balls.
  4. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
  5. Carefully drop the gulab jamun balls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on all sides. Fry in batches to maintain oil temperature.
  6. While the gulab jamuns are frying, prepare the sugar syrup.
  7. In a separate pan, combine sugar and water. Heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
  8. Add rose water and saffron strands to the syrup and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  9. Once fried, drain the gulab jamuns and immediately immerse them in the warm sugar syrup.
  10. Let the gulab jamuns soak in the syrup for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the khoya is fresh for best results.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when frying gulab jamuns.
  • The sugar syrup should be warm, not hot, when adding the fried gulab jamuns.

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