Gluten-Free Patra

Delight your taste buds with this irresistible Gluten-Free Patra, a delectable twist on the traditional Gujarati snack made without compromising on flavor. This recipe features tender colocasia (taro) leaves coated in a tangy, spiced batter of gluten-free chickpea flour, tamarind paste, jaggery, and aromatic spices like turmeric and asafoetida. The rolls are steamed to perfection, then lightly pan-fried for a crispy exterior before being topped with a fragrant tempering of mustard seeds and sesame seeds. Garnished with fresh coriander and grated coconut, this wholesome snack is naturally gluten-free, vegetarian, and packed with flavors that are sweet, spicy, and tangy all at once. Whether served as an appetizer or a tea-time treat, Gluten-Free Patra is a perfect crowd-pleaser that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 10 leaves Colocasia (taro) leaves
• 250 grams Gluten-free chickpea flour
• 200 milliliters Water
• 2 tablespoons Tamarind paste
• 2 tablespoons Jaggery or brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ginger paste
• 1 teaspoon Green chili paste
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 pinch Asafoetida (hing)
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 4 tablespoons Oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves
• 2 tablespoons Grated coconut

Directions

Step 1

Wash the colocasia leaves thoroughly and pat them dry. Remove the thick veins from the back using a knife for easy rolling.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, tamarind paste, jaggery, ginger paste, green chili paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, asafoetida, and salt. Gradually add water and mix to form a thick, smooth batter.

Step 3

Place a colocasia leaf upside down (vein side up) on a flat surface. Spread a thin layer of the chickpea batter evenly over the leaf using your hand or a spatula.

Step 4

Place another leaf on top of the first and repeat the process. Stack up to 3-4 leaves using this method.

Step 5

Fold the sides of the stacked leaves and carefully roll them tightly into a cylindrical shape.

Step 6

Heat a large steamer. Place the rolled leaves in the steamer and steam for about 20-25 minutes until they are cooked through. Insert a knife to check; if it comes out clean, the rolls are done.

Step 7

Allow the cooked rolls to cool completely. Once cooled, slice them into 1/2-inch thick pieces.

Step 8

Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add sesame seeds and sauté briefly.

Step 9

Add sliced patra pieces to the pan. Toss them gently to coat with the tempered oil for about 5-7 minutes until they are slightly crisp on the outside.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and grated coconut before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	715.5 grams (715.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1838

Total Fat 87.50g	112%
Saturated Fat 10.00g	50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2590mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 202.90g	74%
Dietary Fiber 36.20g	129%
Total Sugars 71.30g
Protein 64.10g	128%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 303mg	23%
Iron 21mg	116%
Potassium 3474mg	74%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.4%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 43.7%