Boil the sugar and water together and allow this to dissolve

Crush the cardamom seeds and add it to the syrup

When it reduces about 25% add the lime juice

The syrup will reduce to a one string consistency, remove this and keep aside

To prepare the batter which together the flour, baking powder, oil and yogurt

Add the water in and beat

Add the colour and mix well

Fill a squeeze bottle and pipe the jalebi into the hot oil

Cook on both sides till crispy and insert into the warm syrup

Allow the jalebi to soak for 30 - 60 seconds and then remove and store in a single layer