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Gulab Jamun It goes without saying that a Diwali or Eid platter is incomplete without Gulab Jamuns. Gulab Jamuns are just classic amongst an assortment of sweatmeats at every festivity or prayer offering. The easiest way to describe a Gulab Jamun is “it is an Indian doughnut” but indeed a decadent doughnut! Just one Gulab Jamun will satisfy any sweet craving as it is loaded with sugar from the use of condensed milk all the way to being dunked in the sugar syrup – this is the truly authentic way to prepare this delicious sweetmeat! Store bought Gulab Jamuns sold per kilo, are pricey.   Sometimes a price would indicate that it would be a daunting task to prepare, but the method to prepare Gulab Jamuns is really easy and the ingredients used can be found in just about every grocery cupboard in an Indian household. Here is my mum’s recipe which I have adapted for a smaller quantity. Followed to the end, my Gulab Jamuns turn out perfect every time! Gulab J