Jaggery Rice Jalebi Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, jaggery, yogurt, and water to make a smooth batter.
• STEP 2.Heat oil in a deep pan for frying. Fill a piping bag with the batter and pipe small circles into the hot oil.
• STEP 3.Fry the jalebis until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel.
• STEP 4.In a separate saucepan, heat jaggery and water to make a syrup. Dip the fried jalebis into the syrup for a few seconds.
• STEP 5.Remove the jalebis from the syrup and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with chopped nuts or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
• STEP 6.Store any leftover jalebis in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the batter is smooth and free of lumps for a perfect texture.
• Maintain the oil temperature while frying to ensure even cooking.
• Do not overcrowd the pan while frying the jalebis to prevent them from sticking together.
• Adjust the sweetness of the syrup according to your preference by adding more or less jaggery.
• For a variation, you can add a pinch of cardamom powder or saffron strands to the batter for extra flavor.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the jaggery rice jalebi warm as a dessert or sweet snack.
• You can serve it as it is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
• Store any leftover jalebis in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the jalebis in a microwave or oven before serving to restore their crispiness.