Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare the Gulab Jamun Dough

   Empty two packets of MTR Gulab Jamun Ready Mix into a large mixing bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of chiroti rava (fine semolina). Gradually add 3/4 cup of boiled and cooled milk, mixing gently with a spoon. If the dough is too stiff, add 1/4 cup of water slowly until it forms a soft, non-sticky dough. Do not knead the dough. Cover the bowl and let it rest for 15-30 minutes.

2. 2.Prepare the Sugar Syrup

   In a pot, combine 2.5 cups of sugar and 2.5 cups of water. Place the pot on medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Add 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder (or 2-3 crushed cardamom pods) and 2 cloves. Bring the syrup to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and 2-3 drops of lemon juice. Boil for 3-5 minutes until the syrup is slightly sticky to the touch (not a thick string consistency). Remove from heat and keep warm.

3. 3.Shape the Gulab Jamuns

   Grease your palms with a little ghee. Take a small portion of the rested dough (about the size of a small lemon or amla). Gently rub it between your palms to make it smooth and free of cracks. Roll it into a perfect round or oval shape. Repeat for the remaining dough. You should get approximately 40 Gulab Jamuns from two packets.

4. 4.Deep Fry the Gulab Jamuns

   Heat oil in a deep pan on low flame. To test if the oil is ready, drop a tiny piece of dough; it should sizzle and rise slowly. Carefully add the shaped Gulab Jamuns into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry on low flame, turning them frequently with a slotted spoon, until they turn evenly golden brown on all sides (approximately 5-7 minutes per batch).

5. 5.Soak in Sugar Syrup

   Once fried, immediately transfer the hot Gulab Jamuns into the warm sugar syrup. Let them soak in the syrup for at least 5-10 minutes, or longer for better absorption. The Gulab Jamuns will expand and become soft.

6. 6.Serve

   Serve the warm Gulab Jamuns, optionally garnished with pistachios or slivers of cardamom skin. Enjoy your homemade Gulab Jamuns!