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20 mins
PREP TIME
20 mins
Cook Time
Serves
40 mins
Total
INGREDIENTS
1 large sweet potato, boiled and mashed
2 slices of white bread, crusts removed and finely crumbled
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon oil
2 tablespoons coconut milk
½ teaspoon cardamom powder
Ghee or oil for frying
For the Sugar Syrup
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 teaspoon rose water
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Prepare the Sugar Syrup:
In a pan, combine sugar and water.
Heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
Add rose water and lemon juice.
Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and set aside.
Make the Gulab Jamun Dough:
In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, crumbled bread, baking soda, oil, coconut milk, and cardamom powder.
Mix until a smooth dough forms.
Divide the dough into small portions and roll them into smooth balls.
Fry the Gulab Jamun:
Heat ghee or oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
Fry the jamun balls in batches, ensuring they are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove and drain on paper towels.
Soak in Sugar Syrup:
While still warm, immerse the fried jamuns into the prepared sugar syrup.
Let them soak for at least 30 minutes before serving.