Gulab Jamun Recipe

Ingredients:

For Gulab Jamun Dough:

• 1 cup milk powder
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour (maida)
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
• ¼ cup milk (warm, as needed)
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for softness)
• Oil or ghee for deep frying

For Sugar Syrup:

• 1½ cups sugar
• 1½ cups water
• 3-4 cardamom pods (crushed)
• ½ teaspoon rose water (optional)
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice (to prevent crystallization)
• Few saffron strands (optional)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare Sugar Syrup

1. In a pan, add sugar and water, then heat on medium flame.
2. Add cardamom pods, saffron, and lemon juice. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly sticky.
3. Turn off the heat and add rose water (if using). Set aside.

Step 2: Make Gulab Jamun Dough

1. In a mixing bowl, combine milk powder, all-purpose flour, and baking soda.
2. Add ghee and mix with fingers until the mixture becomes crumbly.
3. Gradually add warm milk (little by little) and lemon juice, then knead gently into a soft, smooth dough.
4. Cover and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 3: Shape and Fry

1. Divide the dough into small equal portions and roll them into smooth balls without cracks.
2. Heat oil or ghee in a pan on low-medium heat (not too hot).
3. Gently drop the balls and fry while stirring continuously until golden brown.
4. Remove and drain excess oil.

Step 4: Soak in Sugar Syrup

1. Place the fried Gulab Jamun into the warm sugar syrup.
2. Let them soak for at least 2 hours for best results.

Step 5: Serve

• Serve warm or chilled, garnished with chopped nuts like pistachios or almonds.

Tips for Perfect Gulab Jamun

✅ Use warm, not hot milk for kneading.
✅ Fry on low-medium heat to ensure even cooking.
✅ The sugar syrup should be warm, not boiling when adding Gulab Jamun.
✅ Let them soak well for a soft, juicy texture.

Would you like a Khoya (Mawa) version or a stuffed Gulab Jamun recipe? 😊