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Gulab Jamun M

Gulab Jamun - Secrets to Perfecting This Classic Delight

Umer
The most delicious, better-than-bakery homemade gulab jamun. This recipe uses milk powder instead of khoya for an easier version.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup milk powder 100g
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour ~30g
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 egg or substitute 3-4 tablespoon milk
  • 3 tbsp heavy cream ~40g
  • 2 tbsp melted ghee 30g
  • 1 ¼ cups water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1-2 cardamom pods

Instructions
 

  • Mix milk powder, flour, and baking powder in a bowl.
  • In another bowl, whisk melted ghee, egg, and cream.
  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix with a spoon to form a dough.
  • Knead the dough gently for 1-2 minutes to remove any lumps, then put it in the fridge for 20 minutes.
  • After cooling, knead the dough again until smooth. If the dough feels dry, add 1 tablespoon of milk and knead again.
  • Divide the dough into small balls (about 20 grams each) and roll them smoothly. Make sure there are no big cracks. Place the balls back in the fridge.
  • In a saucepan, mix sugar, water, and cardamom.
  • Bring it to a boil, then simmer until the sugar is fully dissolved. Turn off the heat and cover the pan.
  • Heat 2 inches of oil in a wok on medium heat.
  • Test the oil by dropping a small piece of dough in it. If it rises slowly, the oil is ready.
  • Gently place half of the dough balls into the oil.
  • Swirl the wok so the balls float and turn evenly. Fry for about 4 minutes until golden brown.
  • Take the fried Gulab Jamun out of the oil and place them in the warm sugar syrup.
  • Make sure the Gulab Jamun are fully coated with syrup. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes.
Keyword Gulab Jamun