1 serving (100 grams) contains 200 calories, 5.0 grams of protein, 8.0 grams of fat, and 30.0 grams of carbohydrates.
Log this food in SnapCalorie
Nutrition Information
Calories |
476.2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.0 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 714.3 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 71.4 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 33% | |
| Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| protein | 11.9 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 119.0 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 476.2 mg | 10% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Food Attributes
Source of Calories
About Indian patras
Indian Patras, also known as Alu Vadi, is a popular snack originating from Gujarati and Maharashtrian cuisine. It features colocasia leaves (taro leaves) smeared with a seasoned gram flour (besan) mixture spiced with turmeric, chili powder, tamarind, and jaggery, which gives it a tangy-sweet flavor profile. The leaves are layered, rolled tightly, steamed, and then either sliced and shallow-fried or served as-is. Rich in antioxidants, colocasia leaves are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and iron, benefiting digestion and immunity. However, care must be taken during preparation as improperly cooked leaves can be mildly irritating due to calcium oxalate crystals. While Patras is relatively nutritious, its fried version adds extra calories and fats, making moderation key for a balanced diet. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, it’s a flavorful blend of taste and texture with cultural roots in India’s diverse culinary heritage.
