Gulab Jamun Recipe
House-made milk dumplings deep fried and dipped in a sweet syrup.
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Ingredients
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Dumplings
Sugar Syrup
For Frying
Method
Prepare the Dumplings
- 1
Make the Dough
In a mixing bowl, combine milk powder, all-purpose flour, baking soda, ghee, and cardamom powder. Mix thoroughly until it resembles breadcrumbs.
- 2
Add Milk
Gradually add milk and knead the mixture into a soft, smooth dough. If it's too sticky, add a little more flour.
- 3
Rest the Dough
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 15-20 minutes.
- 4
Shape the Dumplings
After resting, grease your hands with a little ghee and divide the dough into small, equal portions. Roll each portion into a smooth ball.
Prepare the Sugar Syrup
- 5
- 6
Add Flavorings
Once the sugar dissolves, add rose water and saffron strands. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 7
Cool the Syrup
Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool while you prepare the dumplings.
Fry the Dumplings
- 8
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat ghee or vegetable oil over medium heat.
- 9
Fry the Dumplings
Carefully slide the dumplings into the hot oil, a few at a time. Fry until they are golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- 10
Drain and Soak
Once cooked, remove the dumplings from the oil and drain on paper towels. Immediately immerse them in the warm sugar syrup.
Serve
- 11
Rest in Syrup
Allow the dumplings to soak in the syrup for at least 30 minutes before serving to absorb the sweetness.
- 12
Garnish and Serve
Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with additional saffron or crushed pistachios if desired.
