Gulab jamun recipe with khoya - rich, soft & delicious

Introduction:

Gulab jamun is not just a dessert its an emotional, a memory, a tradition that is made in every south asian home at least once. Global jamun is always the star of the sweets platter. Soft juicy khoya balls fried in ghee, when soaked in warm sugar Syrup, simply melt in the mouth. 

The special thing about this recipe is that its made using pure khoya (mawa) which gives it both authentic texture and rich taste. Even in today's world of fast food and instant desserts, when homemade gulab jamun are serve, they light up everyone's face with joy.

This recipe is easy for beginners and a perfect refresher for experienced cooks. Every step is explained in simple language so that your gulab jamun not only look beautiful but are also soft, juicy, and just like the ones from a sweet shop. 

So let's begin this sweet journey, where every bite brings you both flavor and memories. 

Ingredients:

 For the jamun (dough balls)

• Khoya (mawa) 1cup (grated) 

• Maida(all purpose flour) 2 tablespoons

 

• Baking soda a small pinch 

• Milk 2 to 3 tablespoons (for making the dough)

• Ghee or oil for deep frying 

For the sugar Syrup

• Sugar 1.5 cups 

• Water 1.5 cups

• Cardamom pods 3 to 4 (slightly crushed)

• Saffron strands 6 to 7(optional for flavor and color)

1. ake the sugar Syrup:

In a pan, add sugar and water and heat on medium flame. 

Once the sugar dissolves, add the saffron strands and crushed cardamom pods. 

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the flame and simmer for 7 to 8 minutes until the syrup becomes slightly sticky. 

Make sure the Syrup is not thick just a little sticky is perfect. Once it's ready, set it aside. 

2. Prepare the dough:

In a bowl, add grated khoya, maida and baking soda and mix well. 

Add milk little by little to make a soft and smooth dough. Don't add too much milk at once. 

Let the dough rest 5 to 10 minutes and cover it with a damp cloth. 

3. Shape the Balls:

Grease your hands with ghee or oil .

Take small portions of the dough and make smooth, crack free balls. 

Place the balls on a plate and keep them covered so they don't dry out. 

Keep the size small, because they will expand after frying. 

4. Fry the jamuns:

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

Drop a small piece of dough to test if it rises slowly, the oil is ready. 

Gently drop the balls into the oil and fry slowly do not stir constantly. 

Keep frying until they turn golden brown. 

Once fried, place them on tissue paper to drain the excess oil. 

5. Soak in sugar Syrup:

Add the fried balls to the warm (not boiling) sugar Syrup. 

Let them soak for 2 to 3 hours. The longer they soak, the soften and juicier they become. 

Tips:

1. Always use fresh khoya if it's dry, add a little milk to soften it. 

2. Use only a small pinch of baking soda too much can cause the balls to break while frying. 

3. Keep the oil temperature medium low high heat will brown the outside quickly and leave the inside undercooked. 

4. Keep the sugar syrup thin thick syrup doesn't soak into the jamuns properly. 

conclusion:

Gulab Jamun is one such sweet that makes every occasion special. These soft and juicy Khoya balls, when soaked in sweet garam syrup, bring a unique comfort in every bite.
Homemade Gulab Jamun has a different taste and the rich taste of real Khoya. With this recipe, you can easily get that perfect texture and softness which is found in market sweets.
If you are making it for the first time, then don't worry, just follow the step by step and have a little patience, your Gulab Jamun will turn out absolutely golden, soft and juicy.

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