Ingredients for Gulab Jamun
- 1 liter whole milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (traditional) + 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (powdered milk method)
- 1 cup (powdered milk method)
- Self Rising Flour
- As needed, or vegetable oil as a substitute
- 1/4 cup sugar (for dough) + 1 cup sugar (for syrup)
- 1/2 cup warm water (powdered milk method) + 1/2 cup water (for syrup)
- 1/4 cup
- Saffron
- a pinch (for dough and syrup)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (for ghee, optional)
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How to Make Gulab Jamun
- **Ghee Preparation (Optional):** If making ghee, clarify 1 cup of unsalted butter over low heat for 20 minutes, or until the milk solids settle and the ghee is clear and golden.
- **Dough Preparation (Traditional Method):**
- In a heavy-bottomed pan, combine 1 liter whole milk, 1/4 cup sugar, and a pinch of cardamom powder. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 45-60 minutes, stirring constantly, until the milk reduces to a thick, fudge-like consistency.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Add 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and mix well to form a soft dough.
- **Dough Preparation (Powdered Milk Method):**
- In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup powdered milk, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and a pinch of cardamom powder.
- Gradually add 1/2 cup warm water, mixing until a soft, pliable dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- **Forming and Frying:**
- Roll the dough into small, 1-inch balls.
- Heat the ghee (or vegetable oil) in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Carefully drop the balls into the hot ghee and fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes).
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- **Sugar Syrup:**
- In a saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup rose water, and a pinch of cardamom powder.
- Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- **Soaking and Serving:**
- Gently add the fried Gulab Jamun to the warm sugar syrup.
- Let them soak for at least 30 minutes, allowing them to absorb the flavor.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with slivered pistachios or almonds (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
7 g
Sugar
83g
Fat
63g
Carbs
7g
