Patra

It is a popular Gujarati delicacy made with colocasia leaves(arbi ke patte). The dish has a unique combination of tanginess and spiceness.


 INGREDIENTS:

  • Colocasia (arbi) leaves- 5-6 pcs
  • Tamarind pulp- 1/4 cup
  • Green chilli, ginger garlic paste- 1tbsp
  • Hing- 1 1/2 tsp
  • Ajwain- 1tsp
  • Salt- to taste
  • Turmeric powder- 1tsp
  • Red chilli powder- 1/2 tbsp
  • Baking soda- a pinch
  • Besan (gram flour)- 1 1/2 cup
  • Water- as required
  • Oil- 3tbsp
PROCESS:
  1. Wash and clean the leaves. Pat them dry with a cloth.
  2. In a bowl, mix tamarind pulp, green chilli-ginger-garlic paste, hing, salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder and baking soda.
  3. Add besan and some water to make a thick paste.
  4. Place one arbi leaf on the flat surface and apply a layer of the besan mixture. Then place another leaf on top and repeat the process for 3-4 layers.
  5. Fold the edges of the leaves and roll them into a cylindrical shape. Seal the edges with besan paste.
  6. Heat the steamer and steam the rolled arbi leaves for 10-12 minutes.
  7. Remove from the steamer and let them cool. Then slide them and set aside.
  8. In a pan, heat 3tbsp oil and add ajwain. Let it crackle and then shallow fry the slices until golden brown. 
  9. Serve with tamarind or spicy green chutney.
 [NOTE-
  • Opt for fresh and tender leaves
  • Steam the prepared rolls for the right time. Over steaming can make them too soft, while under steaming may result in raw taste.]


Recipe by- Suchi Srivastava
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