Jalebi
Crispy, coiled Indian sweet made with flour batter fried until golden and soaked in fragrant sugar syrup. A beloved festive treat with a perfect balance of crispness and syrupy sweetness.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 2g
Ingredients
12 items — tap to check off
Missing one? Custrd suggests a swap that works.
Open the appInstructions
Step 1
In a heavy-bottomed pan, combine sugar and water. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves completely.
Step 2
Add crushed cardamom pods and saffron strands to the syrup. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3
Remove from heat and add lemon juice. Set aside to cool while you prepare the batter.
Step 4
In a bowl, whisk together flour, turmeric powder, salt, and baking soda.
Step 5
Add yogurt and mix well. Gradually add water while whisking until you achieve a consistency like thin pancake batter (slightly thicker than crepe batter).
Step 6
Let the batter rest for 15 minutes at room temperature to allow the baking soda to activate.
Step 7
Heat oil in a deep frying pan or kadhai to 350°F (175°C) over medium-high heat.
Step 8
Transfer batter to a squeeze bottle or piping bag fitted with a small round tip for better control.
Step 9
Squeeze batter into the hot oil in coiled or pretzel-like shapes, working carefully to avoid splashing.
Step 10
Fry until golden brown and crisp on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to turn gently.
Step 11
Remove fried jalebi immediately and transfer directly into the warm sugar syrup.
Step 12
Let soak in syrup for 1-2 minutes, ensuring even coating, then transfer to a serving plate.
Tools you’ll need
- heavy-bottomed pan
- 12-inch deep frying pan or kadhai
- thermometer
- squeeze bottle or piping bag with round tip
- slotted spoon
- whisks
- mixing bowls
Cook smarter
Get matched recipes for what’s in your fridge
Custrd is an iPhone and Android app that finds real recipes from the ingredients you already have. No more grocery-list aspirations. Try it free for 7 days.
