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Gulab Jamun (Waffle Balls in Syrupy Rose Water)

Gulab Jamun (Waffle Balls in Syrupy Rose Water)

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  • 62 Min
  • 12 Servings
  • $7.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Syrup Ingredients

    • 💧 2 cups water
    • 🧂 2 cups white sugar
    • 🌿 ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
    • 🌹 2 drops rose water (Optional)
    • 1 pinch saffron (Optional)

  • Gulab Ingredients

    • 🥛 ½ cup instant dry milk powder
    • 🌾 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
    • 🧈 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
    • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
    • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

STEPS

1

Combine water, sugar, cardamom, rose water, and saffron in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until consistency is syrupy.

2

Mix milk powder, flour, and baking soda in a bowl until well-combined. Slowly mix in butter and yogurt until dough comes together. Let gulab dough rest for 5 minutes. Shape into smooth balls the size of pennies.

3

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350°F (175°C). Test the temperature of the oil by dropping in a small piece of dough. When it sits at the bottom for 1 minute before coming to the surface, the oil is ready.

4

Fry 4 gulab balls at a time, stirring carefully, until dark golden brown on all sides, about 2 minutes per batch. Drain on a paper-towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining gulab.

5

Bring syrup back up to a boil and drop in fried gulab. Remove from heat and let them soak in the syrup, covered, 45 minutes to 1 hour.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

187

Calories

  • 1
    Protein
  • 36
    Carbs
  • 5
    Fats

💡 For an authentic flavor, use fresh rose water and high-quality saffron.If making ahead, store the fried gulab separately and soak in syrup just before serving.Serve with a side of vanilla ice cream for a fusion dessert experience.