Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup chhena (cottage cheese)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- Oil for frying
Special equipment needed:
- A deep frying pan
- A mixing bowl
- A slotted spoon
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine chhena, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix well to form a smooth dough.
2. Divide the dough into small portions and roll them into thin jalebis.
3. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the jalebis to the pan and fry until they turn golden brown.
4. In a separate pan, combine sugar, water, and cardamom powder. Bring it to a boil and let it simmer for 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves and the syrup thickens.
5. Once the jalebis are fried, remove them from the oil using a slotted spoon and immediately dip them into the sugar syrup.
6. Let the jalebis soak in the syrup for 5-10 minutes until they absorb the syrup and become soft.
7. Serve the chocolate chhena jalebis warm or at room temperature.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Frying temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
- This recipe makes 10-12 jalebis.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 150 per serving
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of chhena, you can use ricotta cheese or paneer.
- You can use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- If you don't have cocoa powder, you can use melted chocolate.
Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts or raisins to the dough for added texture.
- You can add saffron strands to the sugar syrup for a fragrant flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the jalebis to the pan.
- Dip the jalebis in the sugar syrup while they are still hot for better absorption.
- Don't overcrowd the pan while frying the jalebis.
Storage instructions:
- You can store the chocolate chhena jalebis in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the jalebis, microwave them for 10-15 seconds or heat them in a pan for a few minutes until warm.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the jalebis on a plate with a drizzle of chocolate sauce and a sprinkle of chopped nuts.
Garnishes:
- Chopped nuts, chocolate sauce, whipped cream, or fresh berries.
Pairings:
- These jalebis pair well with a hot cup of chai or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- These jalebis can be served as a dessert on their own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little milk to make it moist.
- If the jalebis are too hard, the sugar syrup may not have been absorbed properly. Soak them in the syrup for a few more minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the oil is not too hot, as it can cause the jalebis to burn.
- Be careful while handling hot oil and sugar syrup.
Food history:
- Jalebi is a popular Indian sweet that is believed to have originated in the Middle East. It was introduced to India by Persian invaders and has since become a staple dessert in Indian cuisine.
Flavor profiles:
- These chocolate chhena jalebis have a sweet and chocolaty flavor with a hint of cardamom.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve these jalebis as a dessert after a meal or as a sweet snack.
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Region: Indian
Taste: Sweet, Chocolatey, Rich, Syrupy