Gulab jamun to jalebi, 5 popular Indian sweets that have foreign roots
Published on Feb 19, 2023 10:54 AM IST
- It is true that some Indian sweets have foreign roots, as many of them were influenced by cultural and historical interactions with other countries. From gulab jamun to jalebi, here are five popular Indian desserts that have a foreign origin.
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Indian cuisine has been influenced by various cultures over the centuries, and this is reflected in the diverse range of dishes and sweets that are found in India. Here are some popular Indian sweets that have foreign roots: (Unsplash)
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Barfi: Barfi is a fudge-like sweet made from condensed milk, sugar, and flavourings such as cardamom or pistachios. It is believed to have originated in Persia and was introduced to India by the Mughals.(pinterest)
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Gulab Jamun: This milk-based sweet is believed to have originated in Persia and was introduced to India by the Mughals. It is made by shaping a dough made of milk powder and all-purpose flour into small balls, which are then deep-fried and soaked in sugar syrup. (Pinterest)
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Rasgulla: Rasgulla is a soft, spongy, white ball-shaped sweet made from chhena (cottage cheese) and semolina dough, which is then soaked in sugar syrup. It is believed to have originated in East India and was introduced by the Portuguese. (Pinterest)
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Jalebi: Jalebi is a deep-fried sweet made by soaking a flour batter in sugar syrup. It is believed to have originated in West Asia and was introduced to India by Persian and Arab traders. (pinterest )
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