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In a bowl mix the flour and yogurt together.
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Add a little water at a time making a thick, smooth, heavy batter, but you don't want it runny.
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Set it aside, covered, for 6 to 8 hours.
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This can be done up to 24 hours in advance.
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When ready to cook, make the syrup by adding water and sugar and bringing to a boil.
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Let simmer for 5 to 10 minutes and then keep warm over very low heat.
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Heat vegetable oil to about 325 degrees.
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Cut a small hole in a heavy plastic bag.
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Stir the sugar and salt into the batter and then transfer some of the batter to the bag.
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Squeeze the batter out of the bag and into the hot oil using a continuous circular motion.
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Make sure to leave gaps between he coils for more even cooking.
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You can make about 3 coils.
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After about a minute, turn it over and let the other side cook until well browned.
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Flip back to the first side to finish browning.
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They should be a rich brown in color and a little crispy.
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Using a slotted spoon, transfer the jalebi to the warm syrup, and then immediately flip over and remove.
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Serve hot or warm within half an hour of frying.
