Jalebi Fafda is a popular and indulgent Gujarati snack that combines the sweetness of jalebi with the savory crunch of fafda. Jalebi, a deep-fried dessert made from fermented batter, is paired with crispy fafda, a gram flour-based snack, to create a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.popular and indulgent Gujarati snack that combines the sweetness of jalebi with the savory crunch of fafda. Jalebi, a deep-fried dessert made from fermented batter, is paired with crispy fafda, a gram flour-based snack, to create a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.
Jalebi Fafda Recipe
Ingredients
For Jalebi:
For Fafda:
Instructions
For Jalebi:
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In a bowl, mix all-purpose flour, besan, baking powder, curd, and saffron strands. Add water gradually to make a smooth batter.
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Cover the batter and let it ferment for a few hours or overnight.
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In a separate pan, combine sugar and water to make a sugar syrup. Boil until it reaches a one-string consistency. Keep the syrup warm.
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Heat oil or ghee in a deep frying pan. Fill a piping bag with the Jalebi batter.
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Pipe the batter into hot oil in a spiral shape to make Jalebis. Fry until they turn golden and crisp.
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Remove the Jalebis from the oil and immediately dip them into the warm sugar syrup.
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Let the Jalebis soak in the syrup for a minute or two, then take them out and place them on a plate. Garnish with chopped nuts (optional).
For Fafda:
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In a mixing bowl, combine besan, turmeric powder, red chili powder, asafoetida, and salt.
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Gradually add water and knead the mixture into a smooth dough.
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Heat oil for frying. Take small portions of the dough and roll them into thin strips.
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Gently slide the strips into the hot oil and fry until they turn golden brown and crisp.
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Remove the fafdas from the oil and drain on a paper towel.
To Serve:
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Serve Jalebi and Fafda together as a popular Gujarati snack combination. Enjoy the sweet and tangy flavors of Jalebi along with the savory and crispy Fafda.
Note
- Fafda batter should be of a thick consistency to achieve the desired crunchiness.
- Ensure that the jalebi batter ferments properly to get the characteristic texture and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of sugar in the jalebi syrup according to your taste preference.
- You can add a pinch of saffron to the jalebi batter for added color and aroma.