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Jalebi is a popular sweet dish or dessert in South Asia and the Middle East, particularly in Afghanistan, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Iran, and . It is made by deep-frying a wheat flour batter in circular or pretzel-like shapes, which are then soaked in sugar syrup. The sugar syrup imparts a sweet and slightly tangy flavor to the crispy and syrupy jalebi, which is typically bright orange or yellow in color due to the use of food coloring.
Jalebi is often served during festivals, celebrations, and special occasions, and is also a popular street food. It can be eaten on its own or paired with other sweets such as rabri (sweetened milk) or served with a savory dish such as samosas or kachoris.
Here's a recipe to make Jalebi, also known as Saffron Funnel Cake: