If Diwali and Halloween are both happening on the same day this year, why not bring the festive vibes together with a unique sweet treat? Enter black jalebi – a dark, spooky twist on the traditional Diwali favourite that’s perfect for Halloween! Crispy, syrupy, and eerily delicious, black jalebi combines the familiar flavours of this classic Indian dessert with a surprising colour that will intrigue any Halloween enthusiast. Here an instant khoya (mawa) jalebi recipe: Ingredients For the jalebi batter: 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida) 1/4 cup khoya (mawa), crumbled finely 1 tbsp cornflour 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed) 1/4 tsp baking powder Ghee or oil, for frying For the sugar syrup: 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup water 1/4 tsp cardamom powder A few saffron strands (optional) 1/2 tsp lemon juice (to prevent crystallization) Preparation Prepare the sugar syrup: Combine sugar and water in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely Add cardamom powder and saffron strands (if using) and continue cooking until you reach a one-thread consistency (sticky but not thick) Stir in lemon juice to prevent crystallization Keep the syrup warm on low heat.
Prepare the khoya jalebis: In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornflour, and crumbled khoya Slowly add water, whisking continuously to make a smooth, thick batter Mix in the baking powder just before frying Ensure there are no lumps, and the batter has a thick, pourable consistency Heat ghee or oil in.