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Gujarati Fafda Jalebi

Cultural Context

Fafda and Jalebi are traditional snacks from the Gujarati cuisine of India, often enjoyed during festivals and celebrations. Fafda, a crispy chickpea flour snack, pairs perfectly with the sweet, syrup-soaked jalebi, creating a delightful contrast of flavors. This combination is popular at street food stalls and is a beloved treat during festive occasions like Dussehra and Diwali, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of Gujarat.

IndianINmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup All purpose flour
1 cup water
1 Tbsp Ghee
1 Tsp Eno (fruit Salt)
1 1/2 Cup sugar
3/4 Cup water
1/2 Tsp cardamom powder
Few Saffron
1 Cup Gram flour (besan)
1/2 Tsp carom seeds (Ajwain)
1/2 Tsp Papd khar (or baking soda)
1/2 Tsp Asafoetida (hing)
1 Tbsp oil
3 Tbsp water
1 tsp oil
salt as per taste
2 Tbsp gram flour (besan)
1 Tbsp Sugar
1/4 Tsp Turmeric powder
pinch of citric acid (or lemon juice)
1 cup water
1 tsp oil
1 tsp mustard seed
1 green chilli
1 cup water
1/2 Tsp salt
1/2 Tsp Asafoetida (hing)
1/2 Tsp Black pepper powder

gram flour

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Chickpea flour is a healthier option with similar texture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is more affordable.

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat option, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornstarch is less expensive.

1

Prepare the jalebi batter by mixing all-purpose flour, water, ghee, and Eno until smooth.

2

In a separate pan, combine sugar and water to make a syrup, heating until dissolved, then add cardamom powder and saffron.

3

For the fafda, mix gram flour, carom seeds, baking soda, asafoetida, oil, and water to form a dough, adding salt to taste.

4

Heat oil in a deep pan for frying the fafda strips until golden and crispy.

5

Prepare the kadhi by mixing gram flour, sugar, turmeric, salt, citric acid, and water, then heat with oil and mustard seeds until cooked.

6

Serve the crispy fafda with warm jalebi and kadhi on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

FafdaJalebi

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