How Do You Make Sweet Softballs(Indian Gulab Jamun)?
Sweet softballs are a famous delicacy in India.With the arrival of festive season,they are all over the stores.They are a favorite dessert and made in every household especially on Diwali,the festival of lights in India.They are called gulab jamun in the country.Here is a simple recipe to make them.You can find them here in Indian stores also. Mix water and sugar. Crush cardamom pods and add to the mixture. Heat on medium stirring slowly.Make sure not to overheat as the sugar might get caramelize.The sugar syrup is ready. Mix milk powder,pancake mix and butter. Add enough whole milk to make a medium hard dough. Divide the mixture into 16 to 18 parts. Roll each portion between palms to make a smooth ball and cover them all with a slightly damp paper towel. Heat oil on high in a heavy bottomed pan and then turn to medium. One by one gently slip the balls into oil.They will sink but don not move them.The pan should be gently shaken.After about 6 minutes the balls will rise.Gently move the
