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Gulab Jamun

Gulab Jamun

by Nabeela Kauser
Indulge in the rich cultural delicacy of India with our gulab jamun recipe. This dessert is not just a treat to your taste buds but also a fun challenge for cooking enthusiasts. A perfect mix of sweetness, texture, and heritage awaits you. 
5 from 10 votes
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Indian, Pakistani
Servings 14
Calories 296 kcal

Ingredients

For the Gulab Jamun

For The Syrup

  • 300 g Sugar Granulated
  • 500 ml Water
  • 6 Green Cardamom
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the powdered milk, plain flour, and baking powder then mix until combined.
  • Pour in the melted ghee or butter, milk, and eggs into the dry ingredients. Mix the dough thoroughly until it becomes smooth and free of any lumps. If the dough is too dry, add a small amount of milk to adjust the consistency.
  • Roll the dough into small balls, approximately the size of a cherry. Be careful not to overwork the dough to prevent the gulab jamuns from becoming tough.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a deep saucepan or fryer over medium heat until it reaches 180°C. Test the temperature of the oil by dropping a small piece of dough into it. The dough should sizzle and rise to the surface immediately.
  • Carefully add the dough balls to the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry until all sides turn golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried gulab jamuns from the oil and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • In a separate saucepan, bring the granulated sugar and water to a boil, stirring continuously until the sugar dissolves.
  • Add the ground cardamom and lemon juice to the sugar syrup and stir well.
  • Place the fried gulab jamuns into the sugar syrup and let them soak for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Garnish with chopped pistachios or desiccated coconut (optional). Serve the gulab jamun warm.

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Notes

Nutritional facts:
The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.

Nutrition

Calories: 296kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 92mgPotassium: 203mgFibre: 0.2gSugar: 41gVitamin A: 137IUVitamin C: 1mgVitamin D: 2µgCalcium: 154mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword Dessert, Food, Indian Desserts, Indian Sweets, Mithai, Party Food, Ramadan, Recipe
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