In a mixing bowl, add cashew powder and mix it with a small amount of milk to form a soft dough.
Cashew Powder 1cup
Milk 0.25cup
Knead the mixture gently until it forms a smooth and soft dough. Ensure there are no lumps.
2. Shape the Gulab Jamun Balls
Take small portions of the dough and roll them into smooth, round balls. Make sure there are no cracks on the surface.
3. Prepare Sugar Syrup
In a deep pan, add sugar and water. Heat the mixture on medium flame until the sugar dissolves completely.
Sugar 2cups
Water 2cups
Add cardamom powder and a few strands of saffron to the syrup for flavor. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until it reaches a slightly sticky consistency.
Cardamom Powder 0.5tsp
Saffron Strands appropriate amount
4. Fry the Gulab Jamun Balls
Heat ghee or oil in a deep frying pan on low to medium heat. Ensure the temperature is not too high to avoid burning the balls.
Ghee or Oil appropriate amount
Gently slide the prepared cashew balls into the hot ghee/oil and fry them until they turn golden brown. Keep stirring gently for even cooking.
5. Soak in Sugar Syrup
Once fried, remove the gulab jamun balls from the ghee/oil and immediately place them into the warm sugar syrup.
Let the balls soak in the syrup for at least 30 minutes to absorb the sweetness and flavors.
6. Garnish and Serve
Garnish the gulab jamun with chopped pistachios or almonds before serving for an added crunch and visual appeal.