Gujarat Patra Fish

Gujarat Patra Fish is a delightful vegetarian dish inspired by traditional Indian flavors, featuring spiced and marinated fish wrapped in a unique green paste made from colocasia leaves. This dish offers a burst of flavor and a healthy twist on seafood, perfect for those looking to enjoy plant-based meals.

Ingredients

• Colocasia leaves - 4 large
• Besan (gram flour) - 50 grams
• Rice flour - 25 grams
• Turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ginger paste - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic paste - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Coconut (grated) - 30 grams
• Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 100 ml

Steps

1. Wash the colocasia leaves thoroughly and pat them dry. Trim the stems and set aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine besan, rice flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, ginger paste, garlic paste, salt, and lemon juice.
3. Gradually add water to the mixture to form a smooth paste. It should be thick enough to spread but not too watery.
4. Add grated coconut to the paste and mix well.
5. Take one colocasia leaf and place it on a flat surface, shiny side up. Spread a layer of the spice paste evenly over the leaf.
6. Place another colocasia leaf on top of the first leaf and repeat the spreading process. Continue layering until you have 2-3 leaves stacked with the spice paste in between.
7. Roll the layered leaves tightly to form a cylindrical shape. Use kitchen twine or thread to secure the roll.
8. Repeat the process with the remaining leaves and paste.
9. In a steamer, add water and bring it to a boil. Place the rolled colocasia leaves in the steamer basket and cover.
10. Steam the rolls for about 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
11. Remove the rolls from the steamer and let them cool slightly before slicing into rounds.
12. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Place the sliced rounds in the pan and shallow fry until golden brown on both sides.
13. Serve hot with lemon wedges or coriander chutney.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, aiding in digestion.
• Low in cholesterol, making it heart-friendly.

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