A video of a street seller using gulab jamun to make an odd dish has just surfaced, and it has sparked a firestorm of controversy on social networking site X. The seller is seen in the video making what he calls "gulab jamun chaat," adding ingredients like curd and green chutney to the classic dessert.
A provocative tagline that teases viewers with the unusual culinary experiment asks, "Gulab Jamun Chaat, anyone?" to go along with the video.
The video opens with the seller setting his shop on the street, topping a platter of gulab jamun with dollops of curd and tamarind chutney. Before serving the meal to excited patrons, he finishes it by adding pomegranate seeds, sev, and papri.
Since its upload on March 23rd, the film has quickly accumulated over 10,000 views and is still gaining popularity. But it has also provoked a wide range of responses from online users.
Among the comments, one individual straightforwardly exclaimed, "Stop," reflecting a sentiment shared by others who found the fusion dish off-putting. Another skeptic remarked, "I guess it will taste good if Gulab Jamun is not dipped in chashni [sugar syrup]," indicating a potential improvement in taste sans the syrup.
However, not all responses were negative, with some embracing the innovation. "This is a sin," one commenter declared, echoing disapproval, while another countered with enthusiasm, stating, "Sounds delicious."
In the midst of the polarizing opinions, a few users expressed their willingness to try the unconventional delicacy, with one simply remarking, "Umm… Perfect!"