How To Make Sahi Zilapi (Special Sweet) ? Amazing Jilpi Prepared In Famous Ramadan Iftar Market

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: semolina

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Honey offers natural sweetness with additional flavors.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a distinct flavor with less saturated fat.

rose water

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Orange blossom water gives a floral note similar to rose.

Mix all-purpose flour, yogurt, and baking powder in a bowl until smooth.

Add water gradually to form a thick batter.

Incorporate saffron and food coloring for color and flavor.

Cover the batter and let it rest for 1-2 hours at room temperature.

Heat ghee in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot.

Transfer the batter to a piping bag or squeeze bottle.

Pipe spiral shapes into the hot ghee, frying until golden brown on both sides.

Remove the fried Zilapis and drain on paper towels.

In a separate pot, combine sugar, water, and lemon juice to make syrup.

Bring the syrup to a boil, then simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.

Soak the fried Zilapis in the syrup for a few minutes to absorb flavor.

Serve warm, garnished with cardamom and additional saffron if desired.

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