Gulab Jamun with Rose-Infused Sugar Syrup

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Gulab Jamun with Rose-Infused Sugar Syrup

Soft, melt-in-your-mouth gulab jamuns soaked in fragrant sugar syrup—this classic Indian dessert is perfect for any celebration or sweet craving.


Step 1: Make the Sugar Syrup

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup sugar

  • ¾ cup water

  • 3–4 cardamom pods, crushed

  • Few strands of saffron

  • ½ tsp lemon juice

  • 1–2 tsp rose syrup

Instructions:

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water. Stir until the sugar fully dissolves.

  2. Add crushed cardamom, saffron, and lemon juice. Stir and let it simmer for 5–6 minutes until slightly thick and sticky.

  3. To test, cool a few drops of syrup and rub between your fingers—it should feel sticky like honey (no thread consistency needed).

  4. Turn off the heat and stir in rose syrup. Set aside and keep warm.


Step 2: Prepare the Gulab Jamun Dough

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup milk powder

  • ¼ cup refined flour (maida)

  • ½ tsp baking powder

  • 1 tbsp ghee (clarified butter)

  • About ¼ cup milk, as needed

Instructions:

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine milk powder, flour, and baking powder.

  2. Add ghee and mix until crumbly and well combined.

  3. Gradually add milk to form a soft, smooth dough. Do not over-knead.

  4. Divide dough into small portions and roll into smooth balls. Ensure there are no cracks to prevent breaking during frying.


Step 3: Fry the Gulab Jamuns

  1. Heat oil or ghee in a deep pan over medium-low heat.

  2. Gently slide in the jamuns and fry, stirring gently and constantly for 6–7 minutes or until golden brown on all sides.

  3. Remove and immediately transfer the fried jamuns into the warm sugar syrup.

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Step 4: Soak and Serve

  • Let the jamuns soak in the sugar syrup for 2–3 hours until they double in size and become soft and juicy.

  • Serve warm or chilled, garnished with slivered pistachios or rose petals if desired.


Note: A video tutorial is available on my social media pages. Feel free to check it out for visual guidance!

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