Patra

Patra is a delightful vegan dish made from colocasia leaves, rolled with a spiced gram flour paste, and then steamed to perfection. Once sliced and grilled, it offers a smoky flavor with a tender yet chewy texture that's perfect for barbecue lovers.

Ingredients

• Colocasia leaves - 4 large leaves
• Besan (gram flour) - 100 grams
• Tamarind pulp - 1 tablespoon
• Jaggery (grated) - 1 tablespoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 125 ml
• Mustard seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
• Oil - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh coriander leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Wash the colocasia leaves thoroughly and remove the thick veins from the center to make them pliable.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine besan, tamarind pulp, jaggery, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, salt, and water to form a smooth paste.
3. Spread a thin layer of the gram flour mixture evenly on the underside of each colocasia leaf.
4. Carefully roll the leaf tightly from one side to the other like a Swiss roll, sealing the edges with the gram flour paste.
5. Repeat the process for all leaves and place the rolls in a steamer, steaming for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
6. Once done, let the rolls cool for a few minutes before slicing them into 1-2 cm thick pieces.
7. In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds. Once they crackle, add the sliced patra pieces and grill them for 5-7 minutes until they are crispy on the outside.
8. Garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber which aids digestion.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals, promoting overall health.

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