Description
Crispy Sweet Jalebi
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water (for syrup)
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the yogurt and gradually mix in water until you achieve a smooth, thick batter. The consistency should be similar to pancake batter. Cover and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
- While the batter is resting, prepare the sugar syrup. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar and 1/2 cup of water. Bring to a boil and then simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in the cardamom powder and set aside.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. To check if the oil is ready, drop a small amount of batter into the oil; it should sizzle and rise to the surface.
- Pour the batter into a squeeze bottle or piping bag fitted with a small round tip. Carefully squeeze the batter into the hot oil in spiral shapes, starting from the center and working outward. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Remove the jalebi from the oil and immediately dip it into the warm sugar syrup for about 10 seconds, then place on a wire rack to drain excess syrup.
- Repeat the process with the remaining batter. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a twist, add a few drops of orange or rose water to the sugar syrup for extra flavor.
- If you prefer a less sweet version, reduce the sugar in the syrup by half and serve the jalebi with a side of yogurt for a balanced taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg