Patra

Patra, a beloved Gujarati delicacy, is a flavorful combination of colocasia leaves rolled with spiced gram flour paste, steamed to perfection, and lightly pan-fried for a crisp finish. This traditional snack is a harmonious balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors, thanks to the use of tamarind paste, jaggery, chili powder, and aromatic spices like garam masala. The sesame seeds add a delightful nuttiness, while a tempering of mustard seeds enhances the flavor further. These savory rolls are not only visually striking with their spiraled layers but also incredibly versatile—serve them as an appetizer, snack, or even a side dish. Whether you're exploring Indian vegetarian cuisine or looking for unique recipes with colocasia leaves, Patra is a must-try dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 large leaves Colocasia leaves
• 2 cups Gram flour (besan)
• 3 tablespoons Tamarind paste
• 2 tablespoons Jaggery
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 pinch Asafoetida (hing)
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves

Directions

Step 1

Wash the colocasia leaves thoroughly and pat them dry. Cut off their thick stem if necessary.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, tamarind paste, jaggery, chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, sesame seeds, salt, and asafoetida.

Step 3

Gradually add water to the mixture, stirring well to form a thick, smooth paste.

Step 4

Place a leaf face down and apply a thin layer of the paste evenly on it. Layer another leaf on top, repeat the process for 3-4 leaves.

Step 5

Once layered, fold the sides of the leaves towards the center and carefully roll them up tightly.

Step 6

Repeat the process with the remaining leaves and paste.

Step 7

Steam the rolls for about 20-25 minutes until cooked through and firm.

Step 8

Allow the steamed rolls to cool slightly before slicing them into 1/2 inch thick pieces.

Step 9

Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Step 10

Add the sliced patra pieces to the pan and fry lightly until they are slightly crispy.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(612.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1614.0

Total Fat 54.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2666.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 213.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.6g	0%
Total Sugars 76.4g
Protein 62.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 348.7mg	0%
Iron 22.0mg	0%
Potassium 3438.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.8%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 53.5%