Arbi ke Patrode Recipe | Patra Recipe | Alu Vadi Recipe | Colocasia Leaves Fritters

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Arbi ke Patrode as called in Hindi, Patra in Gujarati and Alu Vadi in Marathi, whatever you name them, these colocasia fritters make for an uber delicious snack to be munched anytime of the day. The vegan, gluten free and savory fritters are made using leaves of colocasia or taro root, which are smeared with a thick gramflour batter, stacked on top of each other, rolled, steamed and finally tempered with aromatic spices like mustard seeds, curry leaves and white sesame seeds.


Arbi ke Patrode Recipe | Patra Recipe | Alu Vadi Recipe | Colocasia Leaves Fritters


Please note that colocasia leaves or arbi ke patte are mostly available during the monsoon season. And don't you think that perfectly adds to the monsoon fun leaving you with yet another beautiful variant of fritters to enjoy with that hop cup of evening tea, while simultaneously soaking your soul in the lovely weather and pitter patter of the rain drops pouring in the balcony? 

I am sure by now, you must be curious to learn the recipe. So, here you go with the same....


Ingredients

  • Colocasia leaves - 8 to 10
  • Gram flour - 1 cup
  • Tamarind pulp - 1/2 tbsp
  • Ginger/chili paste - 1 tbsp
  • Jaggery powder - 1 tbsp
  • Salt - as per taste
  • Red chili powder - 1 tsp
  • Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Oil - 1 tsp + for tempering
  • Water - as needed
For Tempering
  • Oil - 1 tbsp
  • Mustard seeds - 1 tsp
  • Sesame seeds - 1/2 tsp
  • Curry leaves - 8 to 10
  • Hing/asafoetida - a pinch

Chopped coriander, grated coconut, pomegranate pearls - for garnishing



Arbi ke Patrode Recipe | Patra Recipe | Alu Vadi Recipe | Colocasia Leaves Fritters


Few Tips

  • Always use fresh colocasia leaves. Discard any blackened or withered leaves.
  • If planning to serve them as a party appetizer, steam them a day before, store in the refrigerator and temper just before serving.
  • If you are fond of fried snacks, go ahead with deep frying the patra instead of just tempering the same.



Arbi ke Patrode Recipe | Patra Recipe | Alu Vadi Recipe | Colocasia Leaves Fritters



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Method

  • Start by washing the leaves under running water. Pat them dry and keep aside.

  • Next, trim off their spine and thick veins using a sharp knife. Be careful not to rip off the leaves.



  • In a bowl, add in gram flour along with other ingredients and using just a little water make a thick paste (spreadable), just like 'ubtan' consistency. 
  • Place a leaf on the table top, shiny side down. Using a spoon or your hands, spread about a tbsp of batter evenly on the leaf. 


  • Next, stack another leaf on top of the first leaf, tip pointing in another direction. Smear this leaf too with a thin layer of gram flour batter.


  • Repeat the same for other three leaves. Fold the sides of the leaves and roll lengthwise into a tight roll.









  • Make another roll with the remaining 5 leaves.
  • Bring some water to a boil in a pan. Place a steamer basket and place the patra rolls, cover to steam for about 25-30 minutes on medium flame.
  • Once they are cooked, remove from steamer and let them completely cool down.


  • After they are completely cooled, slice them into 1 cm thick slices.


  • In a pan, heat some oil. Add in mustard seeds, sesame seeds, curry leaves and a pinch of hing. As the seeds splutter, add in the steamed patra rolls.
  • Let them crisp up a bit on both sides and then remove on a serving platter. Garnish with coriander leaves, grated coconut and some pomegranate kernels.
  • Serve with any chutney or dip of your choice.





Arbi ke Patrode Recipe | Patra Recipe | Alu Vadi Recipe | Colocasia Leaves Fritters



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Comments

  1. My Culinary JourneyJanuary 23, 2020 at 1:36 AM

    Arbi ke patrode/patra looks super tempting Anshu. Being from state of Gujarat, i have always loved this dish.
    Loved your detailed pictorial recipe and wonderful description.
    Wow clicks....

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  2. Bless My Food by PAYALJanuary 23, 2020 at 1:51 AM

    Have seen this recipe number of times but going through the making process for the first time & it is quite interesting and easy. Thank you for sharing a wonderful post.

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  3. Ruchi's Veg KitchenJanuary 24, 2020 at 8:57 AM

    Patra is one of my loved dishes. While reading your posts , my mouth is simply watering. Loved the steamed and tempted patra. Healthy and super delicious. Beautiful captures Anshu.

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  4. VandanaJanuary 25, 2020 at 3:48 AM

    One of my favorite things to eat. After reading your post, I can't wait to make and enjoy it. Beautiful clicks.

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  5. PavaniJanuary 26, 2020 at 8:13 AM

    Your pics are amazing and I almost want to reach into the screen to get one of those delicious looking patrode :-) Thank you for the detailed recipe - will be very useful for people like me who have never made it.

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  6. JollyHomemadeRecipesJanuary 26, 2020 at 8:48 PM

    Heard about it many times, but never tried it. Arbi ke Patrode looks perfectly steamed and sounds so delicious. Thanks for the detailed recipe, loved it.

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  7. IndfusedJanuary 27, 2020 at 10:11 AM

    These are absolutely my favorite. I could eat that whole plate Anshu :) Your step by step pics are so helpful. Great post!

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  8. Sandhya RamakrishnanJanuary 28, 2020 at 8:21 PM

    Patra is one of my favorite recipes and I have made it just once myself. After seeing your beautiful pictures, I am tempted to find some fresh arbi leaves. What a flavorful evening snack this is with some tea!

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  9. Mayuri PatelJanuary 29, 2020 at 6:09 AM

    I just cannot stop gawking at the uber delicious patra. Its my all time favorite snack. I love it with a drizzle of lemon. Beautiful clicks Anshu.

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  10. LathiyaJanuary 30, 2020 at 12:34 PM

    This sounds like a great, healthy snack option. I loved your detailed step wise pictures.

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  11. Uma SrinivasJanuary 30, 2020 at 12:54 PM

    I love this classic Gujarat patra. My husband usually buy frozen pack from indian store. Kids love these patra snack.

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  12. jayashreeJanuary 30, 2020 at 10:23 PM

    I have had this many times, love it but yet to make at home. Hopefully, I will get those leaves to make. Nice share.

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  13. Priya Srinivasan - I Camp in My KitchenFebruary 1, 2020 at 2:58 AM

    Such a delicious and healthy snack! i have seen my fellow bloggers make it,but have never tasted it! Beautifully presented!

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  14. HayleyFebruary 9, 2020 at 3:28 AM

    Patra is one of my favourite Gujarati dish and my mum makes best patra, whenever I come home from uni I request her to make it for me. Beautifully explained post.

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