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Jalebi

Indian · Dessert

A popular Indian sweet made of fermented maida flour batter deep-fried in circular pretzel shapes and soaked in a fragrant saffron-infused sugar syrup.

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45 minA little patience, a lot of flavor
Prep time15 min
Cook time30 min
Servings4 people
DifficultyIntermediate
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How to make it

5 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Combine the all-purpose flour, yogurt, and water

    In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, yogurt, and water. Mix well to form a thick, smooth batter without lumps. Let it rest for 10 minutes.

    10 min

  2. To make the syrup

    To make the syrup, combine sugar and water in a pan over medium heat. Boil until it reaches a one-string consistency. Stir in saffron, cardamom powder, and lemon juice. Keep the syrup warm on low heat.

    10 min

  3. Add baking powder

    Add baking powder to the batter and mix gently. Transfer the batter into a squeeze bottle or a piping bag with a small round nozzle.

  4. Heat ghee in a flat pan

    Heat ghee in a flat pan to 350°F (177°C). Squeeze the batter into the hot oil in circular spiral shapes. Fry until golden brown and crisp on both sides.

    5 min

  5. Immediately remove the fried jalebis from the oil and drop them

    Immediately remove the fried jalebis from the oil and drop them into the warm sugar syrup. Soak for 2-3 minutes, then remove and serve warm.

    3 min

A little kitchen wisdom

Ensure the sugar syrup is warm, not cold, when soaking the jalebis. The batter should be of a thick, flowy consistency—too thin and they will go flat, too thick and they won't absorb syrup.

What you'll need

Squeeze bottle or piping bagFlat bottom frying panSmall saucepanSlotted spoon
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For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

Batter can be prepared 12 hours ahead if skipping baking powder. Syrup can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Store & enjoy

Store in an airtight container. Jalebis are best eaten fresh but can be reheated slightly to regain some texture. Warm for 10 seconds in microwave or 2 minutes in a warm oven to soften.

Allergens

Contains wheat, gluten, milk.

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Jalebi
Step 1 of 5

Combine the all-purpose flour, yogurt, and water

In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, yogurt, and water. Mix well to form a thick, smooth batter without lumps. Let it rest for 10 minutes.

10 min