Raw banana jamun Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Peel and mash the ripe bananas in a bowl.
• STEP 2.Add flour, cardamom powder, and sugar to the mashed bananas and mix well to form a dough.
• STEP 3.Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into round balls.
• STEP 4.Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the banana balls until golden brown.
• STEP 5.In a separate pan, prepare a sugar syrup by boiling water and sugar together.
• STEP 6.Add rose water and saffron strands to the sugar syrup and mix well.
• STEP 7.Remove the fried banana balls from the oil and immediately transfer them to the sugar syrup.
• STEP 8.Allow the jamuns to soak in the syrup for at least 1 hour before serving.
• STEP 9.Serve the raw banana jamuns warm or chilled, garnished with chopped nuts.

Cooking Tips

• Use ripe bananas for a sweeter and more flavorful jamun.
• Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the banana balls to ensure they cook evenly.
• Allow the jamuns to soak in the sugar syrup for a longer time for a softer texture.

Storage and Serving

• Raw banana jamuns can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Serve the jamuns as a dessert after a meal or as a sweet treat during festive occasions.
• Garnish the jamuns with chopped nuts like almonds or pistachios for added crunch and flavor.