A quick and easy jalebi recipe under 30 minutes. Jalebi is a popular Indian sweet. I must admit, my love for jalebi is eternal. These Crispy, juicy jalebi is my favourite sweet from Indian cuisine.
There are two ways to prepare it; Traditional method and Instant method. In traditional method, batter prepared from maida and yogurt is fermented for 24 hours whereas In instant method, the batter is prepared using instant yeast and doesn’t require fermentation. So here is the recipe for instant method..
In my opinion, this sweet is perfect for any day of the year. You just don’t have to wait for a festive occasion. If you love Indian sweets, this is definitely a must-try.
Ok, let’s make this vibrant instant jalebi today.
You might think that making jalebis is horribly messy, no! Try this recipe. It works so well
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup all purpose flour / maida
1tsp besan
1 tsp curd
1/2 tsp Eno
A pinch of any food colour/ tumeric powder optional
2 cup sugar
Water as needed
¼ tsp saffron strands / kesar, optional
¼ tsp cardamon powder / elachi powder
1 tbsp ghee
oil for deep frying
METHOD :
1. Make a thick batter with maida, besan, curd and water. Now add Eno to it. Give a gentle mix.
2. Now keep it aside for 15 minutes
3. Prepare a chaasni mixing 2 cup sugar and 1 cup water.. Boil it till forms the chasni. (1 string consistency).
4. Add cardamon powder to the chasni.
5. Now pour this batter in the tomato ketchup bottles carefully.
6. Heat oil in a pan and add 1 tbsp of ghee.
7. Squeeze the bottle and make round spirals with the batter.
8. when one side is partly cooked, turn over and fry the other side
9. Fry till the jalebis are a light golden
10. Dip your Jalebis into the sugar syrup.
6. Serve hot/ warm.
So make this delicious delicacy and enjoy with your loved ones.
NOTE:
1. Make sure your pan is not too shallow and should be approximately 1 inch deep for frying jalebis.
2. You can use a squeeze bottle, ziplock bag or piping bag to make the swirl shape.
3. Store the leftovers jalebi in an airtight container and refrigerated.
4. Dip it in sweet rabri for a divine treat.
5. The batter should not be too thick or thin. You may need up to 3/4 water depending on quality of maida.
I was just watching a video on how this is made today itself and am not a cook although a foodie but your post makes it look like perhaps I could give it a try. Thanks for sharing this and perhaps this weekend is the time
Wow some of you make preparing jalebis so easy! Lovely and yummy looking jalebis.
Making jalebi at home is easy and can also be made by a beginner too. After reading this article I am very much sure that I can make myself. Thanks for the recipe.
I love jalebi and tried it in quarantine and it turnout to be little flat. Gonna try your recipe. I hope it works🤩🤩❤️
Nice to know about your hidden talent Ghunjan. The jalebi looks really yummy to try. Thanks for sharing
Wow we all have turned great chefs during lockdown that we dont need food from outside thanks for the simple recipe will try it.
I think I can try this instant jalebi recipe as I have all the ingredients and tools. Thanks for sharing.
My love for jalebis is eternal as well. And am i glad i found this recipe; this looks i can try. Cant wait to make these now
I made jalebis last week. Will try it again with few of the hints shared by you.
I have a major sweet tooth and jalebi holds a special place in my heart.
Can you believe it I was craving for Jalebi today? Looks like my prayers are answered … this recipe is wonderful; I’ll definitely try making Jalebis this week.
Thanks for this quick and easy instant Jalebi recipe. It’s been long since I had one. Will definitely try out this weekend.
The jalebis have come out so perfect. I loved the shape and the way you described it.