Gulab Jamun Recipe
Ingredients
Learn how to make delectable Gulab Jamun, a classic Indian sweet, with our step-by-step recipe. These soft, golden dumplings soaked in fragrant rose syrup and garnished with nuts are perfect for any celebration
For Sugar Syrup:
- 2 cups Water
- 2 cups Sugar
- 2-3 tbsp Lemon Juice
To Make Gulab Jamun:
- 1 cup Milk Powder (full fat)
- 1/4 cup Flour
- 1/2 cup Ricotta Cheese
- 2-3 tbsp Clarified Butter (melted)
- 2-3 tsp Rose Water
- Pinch of Salt
- 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
- 10-15 Pistachios (chopped)
- 10-15 Almonds (chopped)
Instructions
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Gulab Jamun Recipe
1. Prepare the Sugar Syrup:
- In a pan, combine 2 cups of water, 2 cups of sugar, and 2-3 tablespoons of lemon juice to make a sugar syrup. Set it aside.
2. Make the Gulab Jamun Dough:
- In a bowl, mix 1 cup of milk powder, 1/4 cup of flour, a pinch of salt, 1/2 tsp of baking soda, and 2-3 tablespoons of melted clarified butter.
- Blend the ingredients thoroughly with your hands.
- Add 1/2 cup of ricotta cheese to the mixture and knead the dough well. Cover the dough with a cloth and set it aside for 10-15 minutes.
3. Shape and Fry the Gulab Jamun:
- After resting, shape the dough into small balls.
- Deep fry the balls in oil on low to medium heat for about 6-7 minutes or until they turn a dark brown color. Make sure they cook evenly.
4. Soak in Sugar Syrup:
- Heat the prepared sugar syrup and add 2-3 teaspoons of rose water to it.
- Transfer the fried Gulab Jamun into the sugar syrup and let them soak for about an hour, allowing the sweet syrup to penetrate the dumplings.
5. Garnish and Chill:
- Garnish your Gulab Jamun with chopped almonds and pistachios.
- Refrigerate the Gulab Jamun for an additional hour to enhance the flavors.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve these delightful Gulab Jamun at your next celebration or as a sweet treat. Their soft texture, fragrant rose syrup, and nutty garnish will surely impress your guests.
Experience the joy of creating and savoring homemade Gulab Jamun with this easy and delicious recipe. Enjoy!
