A sweet confectionary or dessert, originating in the Indian subcontinent and a type of mithai popular in India, Pakistan, Nepal, the Maldives and Bangladesh, as well as Myanmar. Gulab jamun is a popular Indian sweet consisting of deep-fried dough balls made from milk solids (khoya) or milk powder, which are then soaked in a sugary syrup flavored with rosewater, cardamom, and saffron. They are often served warm, and their soft, spongy texture and sweet, aromatic taste make them a beloved dessert in many parts of India and beyond.