Origin Of Jalebi- The Taste You Know, The History You Don’t!!!

Jalebi is not just a dessert; it’s a childhood crush, forever love, and a mood-lifter for many. This refined wheat coil coated with sugary syrup has made an irreplaceable place in everyone’s heart with time. Surprisingly, it has no Indian root. The history and origin of Jalebi dated back to the 10th Century.

Read here to know how this crisp, sweet, and round dessert has made its way to India.

What Is The Origin Of Jalebi?

Just like its shape, Jalebi has a complicated history and is often compared with its sister Imarti. Both differ in shape and taste as one got a flowery pattern while the Jalebi is simply rounded. Talking about its name, Jalebi has originated from the word ‘Zalabia.’

It is a traditional dessert of the Middle East and has no resemblance with the modern version of Jalebi. And not just in looks, the preparation process is also different. Zalabia or Zlabia is made from yeast dough that gets it, sweetness, from honey syrup and has a pleasant aroma.

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Who Invented Jalebi First?

When And How Did Jalebi Become An Indian Dessert?

Apart from these two, the history and origin of Jalebi were also written in Bhojana Kuthala, and several other texts and books.

Jalebi- One Dessert, Several Names

What’s in the name? Love for this sweet dessert will always remain the same. And no matter how you like it- with milk, rabdi, fafda, or with samosa- the taste will remain unforgettable.