પાતરા (Patra)

Colocasia leaf spirals stuffed with a spiced chickpea paste.

Ingredients

• 8-10 colocasia leaves
• 1 cup besan
• 2 tbsp tamarind pulp
• 1 tbsp jaggery
• to taste spices

Method

1. Prepare a thick paste from besan, spices, and tamarind.
2. Spread paste on each leaf, layer, and roll tightly.
3. Steam the rolled leaves for 20-30 minutes until cooked.
4. Cut into spirals and temper with sesame and mustard seeds.

Chef's tips

• Choose tender leaves for better taste and texture.
• Secure rolls tightly to make even spirals.