Jalebi

Jalebis, traditional Indian sweets, are irresistible. Their crunchy spiral combines flavors of cardamom, lemon, and saffron, creating a unique delight. Their preparation, which includes frying in oil and soaking in syrup, is an entire culinary art. A sensory experience worth trying.

Jalebis are a traditional delight that captivates palates with their mix of flavors and textures.

Their preparation requires patience and care at each step to achieve the perfect level of crunchiness and sweetness.

Once ready, these tempting golden bites submerged in syrup are a true invitation to enjoy in good company.

Savor each bite and let yourself be carried away by their culinary charm.

Jalebi

Pastry
1 hour
fried
4 Servings
vegan

Ingredients

Jalebi

100 grams of Flour

1 teaspoon of Chickpea flour

1 teaspoon of Dry yeast powder

1 cup of Water

1 teaspoon of Sugar

1 tablespoon of Oil

1 cup of Oil for frying

120 grams of Sugar

1 teaspoon of Ground cardamom

1 teaspoon of Ground saffron

1 teaspoon of Lemon juice

Preparation (simple version)

Step 1 : Mix in a bowl the wheat flour, chickpea flour, yeast, and sugar. Gradually add water and oil, mixing until you get a semi-liquid dough, and set aside in a piping bag. Jalebi - Preparation - Step 1
Step 2 : Prepare a syrup by heating sugar, water, cardamom, saffron, and lemon juice until the sugar dissolves; set aside and keep on low heat. Jalebi - Preparation - Step 2
Step 3 : Heat oil in a skillet and shape spirals with the jalebi batter directly into the hot oil; fry until golden. Jalebi - Preparation - Step 3
Step 4 : Remove the jalebis and immerse them in the hot syrup for 2-3 minutes, let them rest, and enjoy this delicious sweet. Jalebi - Preparation - Step 4

Preparation

Step 1 : To prepare these delicious jalebis, start by mixing wheat flour with chickpea flour, yeast, and sugar in a bowl.

Step 2 : Then make a hollow in the center of the mixture and gradually add water and oil, mixing until obtaining a semi-liquid dough.

Step 3 : This mixture is placed in a piping bag and set aside for later use.

Step 4 : Meanwhile, in a skillet, combine 120 grams of sugar, half a cup of water, a pinch of cardamom, a pinch of saffron, and lemon juice.

Step 5 : Cook this mixture until the sugar dissolves, then reduce the heat to the lowest setting.

Step 6 : Next, heat oil in another skillet for frying and pour the jalebi batter forming spirals.

Step 7 : Once golden, remove them and immerse in the previously prepared syrup, allowing them to soak well for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8 : Finally, let them rest for a few minutes to settle the flavor, and serve the jalebis ready to enjoy.

Step 9 : Enjoy your meal!

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