Indian jalebi
Description
Making Indian jalebi at home is actually quite simple. These are small spirals, fried in oil and then drizzled with a fragrant sugar syrup. This sweet treat will surely be enjoyed not only by children but by adults as well. A distinctive highlight of Indian cuisine on your table without much effort—this is entirely possible. And although the process takes quite a bit of time, it's absolutely worth it.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Start by preparing the dough. Place all the dry ingredients into a deep bowl.
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Step 2
2. Mix thoroughly.
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Step 3
3. Pour in the water and start mixing. Do this for at least 4 minutes.
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Step 4
4. Now the dough needs to be covered with a clean towel and left for 15-20 hours.
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Step 5
5. Then add a little more flour and mix again.
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Step 6
6. That's it, the base for the Indian jalebi recipe is ready.
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Step 7
7. For convenience, I recommend pouring the batter into a ketchup bottle. You can also use a piping bag or a plastic bag, for example.
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Step 8
8. To prepare the sweet syrup, place sugar, saffron, and water into a small saucepan. Place over heat.
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Step 9
9. Simmer the syrup over low heat after it comes to a boil.
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Step 10
10. At the end, add a little lemon juice and remove from heat.
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Step 11
11. Now you can start frying Indian jalebi at home. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan.
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Step 12
12. Pour the batter into the heated oil in small spirals.
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Step 13
13. Fry until golden brown. Then carefully remove from the oil.
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Step 14
14. And transfer to the syrup. It is important that the syrup remains warm all the time.
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Step 15
15. Dip the coiled strands completely in the syrup and transfer them onto a previously prepared baking tray lined with foil. That's the whole secret of making Indian jalebi. Interesting, and actually not difficult at all, right?