Gulab Jamun Recipe
Fried dough balls soaked in sweet syrup.
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Ingredients
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Dough Balls
Sugar Syrup
Method
Preparing the Dough Balls
- 1
Mixing Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the khoya, all-purpose flour, and baking powder. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- 2
Adding Milk
Gradually add milk to the mixture while kneading to form a soft, smooth dough. Make sure the dough is not too sticky; if so, add a little more flour.
- 3
Shaping the Balls
Divide the dough into small equal portions and roll them into smooth balls, approximately the size of a marble.
Making the Sugar Syrup
- 4
- 5
Flavoring the Syrup
Once the sugar has dissolved, add crushed cardamom pods and rose water. Reduce the heat and let the syrup simmer for about 10 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- 6
Cooling the Syrup
Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature while you prepare the dough balls.
Frying the Dough Balls
- 7
Heating the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat ghee or oil over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
- 8
Frying the Balls
Carefully drop the dough balls into the hot oil. Fry them in batches, turning gently until they are golden brown on all sides. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- 9
Soaking in Syrup
Once fried, remove the balls from the oil and let them drain on paper towels. While still warm, immerse them in the cooled sugar syrup. Allow them to soak for at least 30 minutes before serving.
