Imarti

Imarti
Alternative names
  • Amriti
  • Jaangiri
  • Omriti
CourseDessert
Place of originIndia
Region or stateIndian subcontinent
Main ingredientsBlack gram flour, saffron, ghee, sugar
Similar dishesJalebi, Chhena jalebi
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Imarti, also known as amriti, jaangiri, or omriti, is an Indian sweet made by deep-frying a batter prepared with black gram flour in a circular, flower-like shape, and then soaking it in sugar syrup. This dish is similar to jalebi, which is thinner and sweeter than imarti.

Imarti is a popular iftar food in Bangladesh, while in India, Jaunpur in Uttar Pradesh is famous for its imartis.