Kala Jamun

Kala Jamun is dark, rich milk-solid dumplings with a soft centre, fried in ghee and soaked in saffron syrup. This homemade version is prepared for four servings and uses familiar Indian ingredients. The method is simple. Cook patiently and watch the colour, aroma, and texture as the dish comes together. Ghee gives the recipe a warm aroma and a rich homemade taste wherever it suits the dish. Serve it fresh and enjoy it with your family. Making this recipe at home is a pleasant experience, especially when the fresh aroma fills the kitchen. Please do try this recipe and share your feedback using the comment box below.

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Kala Jamun

Author: Ambarish Joglekar Cooking Method: Deep-Frying, Syrup Soaking Cuisine: Indian Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: F Four servings I Indian recipe K Kala Jamun

Difficulty: Intermediate Total Time 2 hrs 35 mins

Calories: 410

Description

Dark, rich milk-solid dumplings with a soft centre, fried in ghee and soaked in saffron syrup.

Ingredients:

Servings

• 2 cups grated khoya
• ¹⁄₂ cup crumbled paneer
• ¹⁄₂ cup multigrain flour
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons ghee
• ¹⁄₃ cup milk
• ghee for deep-frying
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 ¹⁄₂ cups water
• 4 green cardamoms

Instructions

1. Boil sugar, water, cardamom, and saffron for 6 minutes. Keep the syrup warm.
2. Knead khoya and paneer gently until smooth. Add multigrain flour, baking powder, and 2 tablespoons ghee.
3. Add only enough milk to make a soft dough.
4. Divide into 16 portions and roll into smooth balls without cracks.
5. Fry slowly in moderately hot ghee until the outside becomes very dark brown, turning gently.
6. Move the hot jamuns into warm syrup.
7. Soak for at least 90 minutes and serve four per person..

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 410kcal

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