Perfect Homemade Jalebi

Ingredients

• 2 cups Granulated Sugar (for syrup)
• 1 cup Water (for syrup)
• 1 tsp Saffron Strands (pure saffron for flavor and color)
• 5 pods Cardamom Pods (seeds ground into powder)
• 1 tsp Food Coloring (optional) (orange, yellow, or red; can use turmeric for yellow)
• 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 2 tbsp Gram Flour (Besan) (adds crispness)
• 2 tbsp Rice Flour (optional for extra crispness)
• 1 cup Plain Yogurt (room‑temperature, slightly sour)
• 0.5 cup Water (add gradually to batter)
• 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil or Ghee (mixed into batter)
• 3 cups Neutral Oil for Frying (vegetable or canola oil, for deep frying)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Sugar Syrup

   Combine 2 cups sugar and 1 cup water in a saucepan, add saffron strands, and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Stir in ground cardamom and optional food coloring, cook until the sugar fully dissolves, then remove from heat and let the syrup cool completely (15‑20 minutes).

   Time: PT25M

2. Make the Batter

   In a mixing bowl sift 1 cup all‑purpose flour, add 2 tbsp gram flour and 2 tbsp rice flour. Stir in 1 cup yogurt, then gradually whisk in ½ cup water until a smooth, thick batter forms. Add 1 tbsp oil, mix well, cover, and let the batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

   Time: PT40M

3. Transfer Batter to Squeeze Bottle

   Pour the rested batter into a clean plastic squeeze bottle, tapping gently to release any air bubbles.

   Time: PT5M

4. Heat the Oil

   Pour 3 cups neutral oil into the deep frying pan and heat over medium‑high flame. When a tiny drop of batter sizzles instantly (about 180°C), the oil is ready.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 180°C

5. Fry the Jalebi

   Squeeze the batter in a circular motion into the hot oil, starting on high flame for a few seconds then reduce to medium. Fry each spiral for about 4 minutes, turning to achieve an even golden‑brown color and crisp texture.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 180°C

6. Soak in Syrup

   Using a slotted spoon, lift the fried jalebi and immediately dip it into the cold syrup for a few seconds, then place on a cooling rack to set.

   Time: PT5M

7. Serve Warm

   Serve the jalebi warm, optionally garnished with a few saffron strands or chopped nuts.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

300

Protein

3g

Carbohydrates

55g

Fat

8g

Fiber

1g