Patrode (ಪತ್ರೊಡೆ) is a traditional Coastal Karnataka and Goan traditional snack made from Colocasia leaves (ಕೆಸುವಿನ್ ಎಲೆಗಳು) with spiced batter. Pathrode is a vegetarian delicacy from Konkani cuisine. The dish is made from layer of colocasia leaves with a masala paste, steamed and then shallow fried with semolina. Lets see the simple steps of preparation of this recipe.
Preparation of masala:
- Clean Red chilly (10-15 No.) a fist-full of coriander seeds and Tamarind with water.
- Take this in a grinder and grind to form a smooth paste with addition of water.
- Next add soaked rice in same grinder and salt to taste.
- Grind together and form a smooth and consistent thick paste.
- Take it in a bowl.
Note- Small amount of Cumin/Jeera powder, Pepper powder and Chaat-masala also can be added for the different taste.
Method of preparation:
- Clean the Colocasia Leaves and remove all the possible veins to reduce itchiness.
- Place the Colocasia Leaf on table as shown below and spread the prepared masala mixture evenly over the Leaf.
- After application of 1st coat place another leaf over it and apply same masala over it.
- Repeat the same step for 6-8 layers.
- As all the layer has been been finished.
- Fold the sides and roll it into thick cylindrical form.
- Keep the steamer on fire.
- Place and cook the rolled cylindrical stuff into the steamer.
- Steam for 30 Minutes OR until the toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let it cools down to the room temperature.
- For longer use you can place it in refrigerator and whenever you required slice the roll and taste it after frying.
- To fry the pathrode Heat the pan, drizzle some oil and shallow fry the slices on both sides.
- Application of semolina while frying enhances the crispiness of patrode.
Enjoy the Crispy, Tasty and Healthy Patrode (ಪತ್ರೊಡೆ) during rainy evening it is just awesome.
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