Jalebi

Preparing the jalebi batter:

1. 1In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, yogurt, ghee, and a pinch of turmeric or food coloring.
2. 2Gradually pour in the water while mixing, until you get a smooth, even, slightly thick batter.

Preparing the sugar syrup:

1. 3Heat the water and sugar in a saucepan.
2. 4Bring to a boil for 7 to 10 minutes, until the syrup becomes sticky without reaching a stringy consistency.
3. 5Add the ground cardamom.
4. 6Turn off the heat and set aside.

Frying the jalebi:

1. 7Add the baking soda to the batter at the last moment, just before starting to fry.
2. 8Mix carefully.
3. 9Pour the batter into a piping bag.
4. 10Heat the oil over high heat in a pan, to a depth of about 0.5 cm, until it reaches 180°C.
5. 11Pipe spirals of batter directly into the hot oil.
6. 12Fry the jalebi on both sides until golden and crispy.
7. 13Dip the still-hot jalebi into the warm syrup.
8. 14Let soak for about 1 minute.
9. 15Drain and place on a plate.
10. 16Repeat with the remaining batter.