Gulab Jamun Recipe

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Ingredients:

For the Gulab Jamun:

• 1 cup milk powder
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons ghee or unsalted butter, melted
• 2-3 tablespoons milk (adjust as needed to form a soft dough)
• A pinch of cardamom powder (optional)
• Chopped nuts for garnishing (optional)

For the Sugar Syrup:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup water
• A few strands of saffron (optional)
• 1 teaspoon rose water or cardamom powder (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine milk powder, all-purpose flour, and baking powder. Mix well.
2. Add melted ghee or unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
3. Gradually add milk to the mixture and knead until it forms a soft and smooth dough. If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk. Be careful not to over-knead.



4. Cover the dough and let it rest for about 15-20 minutes.
5. While the dough is resting, prepare the sugar syrup. In a saucepan, combine granulated sugar and water. Bring it to a boil, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely.
6. Add saffron strands and rose water or cardamom powder to the sugar syrup for flavor. Simmer the syrup for 5-7 minutes until it slightly thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.



7. After the resting time, divide the dough into small, equal-sized balls and roll them between your palms to form smooth balls. Ensure there are no cracks.
8. Heat ghee or oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, lower the heat to low-medium.
9. Gently slide the prepared dough balls into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the Gulab Jamun on low-medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden brown and evenly colored.
10. Remove the fried Gulab Jamun from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain excess oil by placing them on a paper towel.
11. Reheat the sugar syrup if needed. While the syrup is still warm, carefully drop the fried Gulab Jamun into the syrup.
12. Allow the Gulab Jamun to soak in the sugar syrup for at least 2-3 hours or overnight for best results.
13. Garnish with chopped nuts if desired.
14. Serve the delicious Gulab Jamun warm or at room temperature.

Enjoy the heavenly sweetness of homemade Gulab Jamun!