Alu Vadi

Alu Vadi, popular Maharashtrian snack, is a colocasion leaf stuffed and rolled with besan (gram flour) and spices.

In this preparation, a mixture of besan, multigrain flour, onion, and garlic are used as stuffing. This can be shallow fried or deep-fried.

Alu Vadi

Alu Vadi

Recipe by Ushakal GroupCourse: Snacks, BreakfastCuisine: IndianDifficulty: Medium
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

15

minutes

Ingredients

  • Colocasia leaves – 4 (large)

  • Besan – 1 cupient 2

  • Bhajni – 1 cup (optional)

  • Onion (chopped) – 1 medium

  • Green masala

  • Turmeric powder – 1/3 tsp

  • Garam masala – 1 1/2 tsp

  • Coriander powder – 1 1/2 tsp

  • Cumin powder – 1 1/2 tsp

  • Jaggery (grated) – 2 to 3 tsp

  • Tamarind pulp – 1/4 cup

  • Sesame seeds – 1 tsp

  • Baking soda – 1/4 tsp

  • Oil – for shallow / deep frying

  • Salt to taste

  • For the Green Masala:
  • Green chilies – 3

  • Coriander leaves – handful

  • Garlic – 15 to 20 cloves

  • Ginger – 1/4″ piece

Directions

  • Wash Colocasia leaves, discard the stem. Pat them dry.
  • Prepare green masala by grinding all the ingredients with little water.
  • Take a mixing bowl and combine all the ingredients except oil.
  • Add water to make a smooth batter (1 1/2 cup).
  • Place the largest leaf on the plate upside down.
  • Spread the batter evenly.
  • Place another leaf in an opposite direction and spread the batter.
  • Repeat for remaining leaves.
  • Fold the edges sideways.
  • Make a roll of it gently.
  • Cut the roll into 2 halves, so that it can fit into the steamer.
  • Steam the roll for 20 to 25 min.
  • Let it cool.
  • Slice the roll and deep fry or shallow fry on low flame till crisp and brown.
  • Serve hot with tamarind chutney / tomato ketchup.

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