Low Sodium Jangri

Delight in the vibrant flavors of Low Sodium Jangri, a healthier take on the classic Indian sweet. Perfect for festive celebrations or indulgent treats, this recipe uses urad dal and a hint of rice flour to create crispy, golden spirals soaked in a fragrant cardamom-infused sugar syrup. By skipping salt and relying on the natural sweetness of sugar and aromatic spices, it’s a perfect option for those seeking low-sodium desserts without compromising on flavor. With a light touch of optional orange food color, these stunning confections are as visually appealing as they are delicious. Serve them warm for a melt-in-your-mouth experience, or store them to enjoy later. Whether you’re catering to dietary needs or simply exploring new twists on traditional sweets, this Low Sodium Jangri is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:240 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:285 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 cup Urad dal (split black gram)
• 2 tablespoons Rice flour
• 0.25 teaspoon Orange food color (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Ghee
• 2 cups Sugar
• 1.5 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 0 (as needed) Oil for deep frying
• 0.5 teaspoon Cardamom powder

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the urad dal thoroughly and soak it in water for 2-3 hours.

Step 2

After soaking, drain the water and grind the dal with minimal water to a thick and smooth batter.

Step 3

Transfer the urad dal batter to a bowl and add rice flour, orange food color (if using), and ghee. Mix until well combined and set aside.

Step 4

In a saucepan, combine the sugar and 1.5 cups of water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely. Increase the heat and bring the syrup to a gentle boil. Maintain it on medium heat until it reaches a single thread consistency when a drop is pressed between two fingers.

Step 5

Add cardamom powder and lemon juice to the sugar syrup and keep it warm on low heat.

Step 6

Heat oil in a wide, deep pan over medium heat for deep frying.

Step 7

Fill the jangri batter into a piping bag with a small round nozzle or an empty ketchup bottle with a small hole at the tip.

Step 8

Pipe out the jangri shapes directly into the hot oil. Fry them on medium heat until crispy and golden on both sides.

Step 9

Once fried, drain the jangris from the oil, shake off excess oil, and immerse them immediately in the warm sugar syrup for 2-3 minutes on each side.

Step 10

Remove the jangris from the syrup, allow excess syrup to drip off, and cool on a wire rack.

Step 11

Serve the low sodium jangri warm or store them in an airtight container for later enjoyment.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1005.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2538.6

Total Fat 24.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 13.3mg	0%
Sodium 91.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 533.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.4g	0%
Total Sugars 399.4g
Protein 52.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 308.5mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 2005.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 8.6%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 83.3%