Jain Fafda–Jalebi Recipe

Crispy, Sweet, Traditional — With a Jain Bliss Twist!

Fafda–Jalebi is a Sunday tradition, a festive must-have, and the ultimate Gujarati comfort combo.
Crunchy fafda, hot jalebi, raw papaya sambharo, and fried chili — all without onion, garlic, or potato.

This version is 100% Jain-friendly, and made even better with a light enhancement of Jain Bliss Chili Flakes / Oregano / Tomato Powder in the sambharo & fafda seasoning.
(Used carefully so the classic taste stays intact.)

Ingredients You’ll Need

For Fafda

• 1 cup gram flour (besan)
  

• 1 tbsp oil
  

• ¼ tsp turmeric
  

• ½ tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
  

• Salt to taste
  

• A pinch of baking soda
  

• Water as needed
  

• Oil for frying
  

• A pinch of Jain Bliss Chili Flakes (optional for mild heat)
  

For Jalebi (Instant Version)

• 1 cup maida
  

• 2 tbsp cornflour
  

• 1 tbsp curd (optional per family rules)
  

• ½ tsp baking powder
  

• A pinch of turmeric
  

• Water to make a flowing batter
  

• Oil/ghee for frying
  

Sugar Syrup

• 1 cup sugar
  

• ½ cup water
  

• ¼ tsp cardamom powder
  

• A few saffron strands
  

• ½ tsp lemon juice
  

For Jain Papaya Sambharo

• 1 cup grated raw papaya
  

• 1–2 green chilies, slit
  

• 1 tbsp oil
  

• ½ tsp mustard seeds
  

• ½ tsp turmeric
  

• Salt to taste
  

• 1 tsp sugar
  

• ½ tsp Jain Bliss Oregano (for aroma — perfect match)
  

• ½ tsp Jain Bliss Tomato Powder (adds mild tang & beautiful colour)
  

 Step-by-Step Instructions

PART 1: Making Fafda

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

• Mix besan, ajwain, turmeric, salt, and a pinch of baking soda.
  

• Add oil and rub it into the flour.
  

• Add water gradually to make a firm, smooth dough.
  

 Optional: Knead in a pinch of Jain Bliss Chili Flakes for subtle flavour.

Step 2: Shape the Fafda

• Take a small dough ball.
  

• Press it on a greased surface and stretch forward using your palm to make thin strips.
  

Step 3: Fry

• Heat oil on medium flame.
  

• Fry fafda until crisp and golden.
  

• Do not brown too much — they should stay light & crunchy.

PART 2: Making Jalebi

Step 1: Batter

Mix maida, cornflour, turmeric, curd (optional), and baking powder.
Add water to make a flowing consistency.
Rest for 10 minutes.

Step 2: Sugar Syrup

• Boil sugar + water until sticky (1-string).
  

• Add cardamom + saffron + lemon (prevents crystallization).
  

Step 3: Fry Jalebis

• Fill the batter in a squeeze bottle.
  

• Pipe jalebi spirals into hot oil/ghee.
  

• Fry until golden and crisp.
  

• Dip immediately into warm syrup.

PART 3: Jain Papaya Sambharo

Step 1: Tempering

Heat oil → add mustard seeds → chilies → turmeric.

Step 2: Mix

Add grated papaya, salt, and sugar.
Cook lightly for 2–3 minutes (should stay crunchy).

Jain Bliss Flavour Upgrade:

After switching off the flame, sprinkle:

✔ ½ tsp Jain Bliss Oregano → gives a warm, aromatic twist
✔ ½ tsp Jain Bliss Tomato Powder → adds tangy, chatpata depth
✔ Optional: A tiny pinch of Chili Flakes for mild heat

(These complement papaya sambharo PERFECTLY without overpowering tradition.)

 Bonus: Fried Jain Green Chili

Slit green chilies → shallow fry with a pinch of salt.
Sprinkle a tiny pinch of Jain Bliss Chili Flakes before serving.

 How to Serve (Traditional Style!)

• Hot crispy fafda
  

• Fresh saffron jalebi
  

• Warm papaya sambharo
  

• Fried Jain green chili
  

Finish fafda with a sprinkle of Jain Bliss Chili Flakes for extra crunch magic.

Variations Using Jain Bliss Flavours

1. Masala Fafda

Sprinkle chili flakes & tomato powder lightly on hot fafda.

2. Street-Style Sambharo

Oregano + chili flakes → balanced spicy–earthy flavour.

3. Tangy Tomato Jalebi Dip

Mix Jain Bliss Tomato Powder into warm water + tiny sugar → unique drizzle.

4. Peri Peri Fusion Fafda

Light sprinkle of Peri Peri for kids & party platters.

Final Thoughts

Fafda–Jalebi is a celebration in itself — and with Jain Bliss Chili Flakes, Oregano, and Tomato Powder, you elevate a traditional favourite into a richer, flavour-packed experience.