These golden, syrup-soaked treats are more than just dessert—they’re symbols of warmth, sweetness, and prosperity.
1. Prepare the Dough
Start with your premade Gulab Jamun mix and follow the instructions on the box. We used Gits mix and added milk to form a smooth dough. Thenm add a little ghee to your hands and shape the dough into small, even balls (not too big; they’ll puff up!).
2. Make the Syrup
In a saucepan, mix the sugar, water, crushed cardamom, and saffron. Bring it to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Let it cook down until it’s thick and aromatic, then remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
3. Fry the Balls
Heat the oil in a deep pan. Fry the dough balls on medium heat until they turn golden brown all over, keeping them moving so they don’t brown too quickly on one side. Once they’re beautifully golden, set them aside to cool.
4. Soak the Jamuns
Add your golden-brown Jamun balls to the warm syrup and let them soak for at least 2 hours or refrigerate overnight. The longer you wait, the sweeter they become. Patience pays off here!
5. Serve and Garnish
When you're ready, serve warm, drizzle a little extra syrup over each Gulab Jamun, and top with chopped pistachios!
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