Instant Gulab Jamun Recipe With Ready Mix Powder
Delicious Instant Gulab Jamun made using ready mix powder - A quick and easy recipe for the classic Indian dessert. Soft, golden dumplings soaked in fragrant sugar syrup. Perfect for celebrations and sweet cravings.
Ingredients
- 1 cups Instant Gulab Jamun Mix Powder
- Warm Milk / Water as needed
- 1 & ½ cups Sugar
- 1 & ½ cups Water
- 2 Green Cardamom Pods crushed
- ½ teaspoon Rose water optional
- few Saffron Strands optional
- Ghee to apply in the palm
- Oil for frying
Instructions
Preparing the Gulab Jamun Dough
- Sieve and add the instant Gulab Jamun mix powder in a mixing bowl.
- Slowly pour warm milk or water little by little, and knead the mixture into a smooth, soft dough. The dough should be soft but not too sticky.
Shaping the Jamun
- Divide the dough into small, equal-sized portions and roll them into smooth, crack-free balls.
- It's essential to ensure no cracks in the dough balls, as this prevents them from breaking while frying. Grease your palms with ghee to avoid cracks. Keep the small, smooth balls aside.
Preparing the Sugar Syrup
- Combine sugar, water, and a few crushed cardamom pods in a separate pan.
- Add saffron strands and rose water if desired.
- Stir the mixture until the sugar dissolves.
- Allow the syrup to boil and let it simmer until it thickens slightly. This may take around 5 minutes.
- No need to wait for any string consistency. Just a sticky consistency is enough.
Frying the Jamun
- Heat ghee or oil in a deep frying pan on medium heat. To check if the oil is ready for frying, drop a tiny piece of dough into the oil. The oil is hot enough if it sizzles and rises to the surface.
- Carefully place the dough balls into the hot oil and fry them on medium heat until they turn golden brown.
- Make sure to keep the heat consistent to ensure even cooking. Remove the fried Jamuns and place them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
Soaking the Jamun
- Place the fried Jamun into the warm sugar syrup. Let the Jamun soak in the syrup for at least 2 hours to absorb the sweet goodness.
Serving the Gulab Jamuns
- Your instant Gulab Jamun is now ready to be served. It's best enjoyed warm!
Notes
The sugar syrup should still be warm while the jamun balls are added. Let the jamuns soak in the sugar syrup for a minimum of 2 hours. Only then they will be juicy and soft.
Make sure your jamun balls are not too big. Once you drop them in the sugar syrup, the balls start expanding. So, small balls will be better to consume.
Use a wide vessel to make the sugar syrup. This allows enough space for the jamuns to soak and expand.
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