Aluchi Vadi recipe
The Aluchi Vadi recipe is a traditional Maharashtrian snack crafted from colocasia leaves, gram flour, and a medley of spices. This crispy, savory treat is first rolled, then steamed, and finally shallow-fried to golden perfection, offering a delightful burst of flavors with every bite. Whether you're enjoying it as a tea-time snack or as part of a festive spread, the Aluchi Vadi recipe delivers a unique combination of textures and tastes that’s hard to resist. Follow this easy-to-make recipe and bring the authentic flavors of Maharashtra into your kitchen!
Equipment
- Steamer
- Frying pan
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
- knife
Ingredients
- 10–12 colocasia leaves (alu leaves)
- 1 cup gram flour (besan)
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tbsp tamarind paste
- 1 tbsp jaggery
- Salt to taste
- Water (as needed for the batter)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Clean the colocasia leaves thoroughly and remove the thick stems.
- In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, turmeric, red chili powder, cumin seeds, coriander powder, tamarind paste, jaggery, and salt. Add water gradually to form a thick batter.
- Spread the batter evenly on each colocasia leaf. Stack them on top of each other and roll tightly.
- Secure the rolled leaves with thread if needed, then steam the rolls for about 10 minutes.
- Let the rolls cool slightly, then cut them into bite-sized pieces (vadis).
- Heat oil in a pan and shallow fry the vadis until crispy and golden brown.
- Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.
Notes
- Be sure to taste the batter before spreading it on the leaves to adjust the seasoning as needed.
- You can skip frying and serve them directly after steaming for a healthier version.
