Crispy Jalebi & Tulumba Sweets
Golden, syrup-soaked fried spirals and tubes that taste bakery-fresh in under 15 minutes. A no-fuss Indian snack that's all crunch, sweetness, and that addictive orange-cardamom punch.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 1g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Combine sugar, water, orange zest, and cardamom in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Stir until sugar dissolves, then simmer without stirring for 3 minutes until slightly syrupy. Set aside to cool.
Step 3
Heat oil in a deep skillet or kadai over medium-high until a pinch of flour sizzles immediately when dropped in.
Step 4
Using a jalebi funnel or piping bag, squeeze batter into hot oil in spiral or ring shapes. Fry 60 seconds per side until deep golden.
Step 5
Remove with a slotted spoon and immediately immerse in warm cardamom syrup for 10 seconds, then transfer to a plate.
Step 6
Serve within 30 minutes while still crispy on the outside and syrup-soaked inside.
Tools you’ll need
- small saucepan
- deep skillet or kadai
- candy thermometer (optional, oil should reach 350°F / 175°C)
- jalebi funnel or large piping bag with no. 6 or no. 7 tip
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
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