dessert
Jalebi
Foundational fried syrup sweet used across regions and festive occasions.
Duration
45 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
Beginner
Category
dessert
Ingredients (10)
- all-purpose flour
- gram flour
- water
- sugar
- baking powder
- oil or ghee for frying
- sugar for syrup
- water for syrup
- cardamom
- lemon juice
Preparation (4)
1
Step 1
Whisk the batter smooth; if making a fermented version, rest it 8-12 hours, otherwise rest 20 minutes.
20 minrestBowlrestrequired
2
Step 2
Make a one-string syrup by boiling sugar, water, cardamom, and lemon juice for 5-6 minutes; keep warm.
5 minstepBowlboilrequired
3
Step 3
Pipe or pour the batter into moderately hot oil in the traditional shape and fry until crisp but not dark.
Step 3Bowlfryrequired
4
Step 4
Drain briefly, then soak in warm syrup 30-60 seconds and serve.
Step 4Bowlsoakrequired