Alu Vadi Or Patrode Recipe - Maharashtrian Snack With Colocasia Leaves

Step 1: To begin making Alu Vadi or Patrode Recipe - Maharashtrian Snack With Colocasia Leaves, first wipe the colocasia leaves with a kitchen towel to remove excess moisture

Step 2: Use a rolling pin to flatten the thick part of the vein so that it becomes easy to roll the leaves

Step 3: In a mixing bowl add the flour, tamarind, spices, jaggery, salt, and garlic

Step 4: Add enough water to make a thick paste/batter

Step 5: Place one leaf on a flat working surface

Step 6: Spread some paste all over the leaf, leaving some space around the edge

Step 7: Place another leaf over the batter

Step 8: Spread some more batter over this leaf

Step 9: Place another leaf over it and spread more paste

Step 10: Starting from the stem side tightly roll the stacked leaves

Step 11: Repeat this with the remaining set of leaves and batter

Step 12: Prepare a steamer and place both the rolls in it

Step 13: Steam for about 12-15 minutes or till the rolls are cooked through

Step 14: You can insert a knife and check if it comes out clean

Step 15: Cool the rolls on a plate

Step 16: With a sharp knife slice the rolls

Step 17: Heat oil in a pan

Step 18: Add the cumin seeds and once they sizzle add the fennel seeds nd sesame seeds if using

Step 19: Add the sliced vadi and gently stir to coat them with the seeds and tempering

Step 20: Serve Alu Vadi or Patrode Recipe - Maharashtrian Snack With Colocasia Leaves as required, as a side dish or snack

Step 21: Refrigerate if you need to store them for more than a day