Taro Leaf Roll
Taro Leaf Roll is a simple and easy vegetarian delicacy with minimum ingredients, yet so delicious and healthy. It can be served in breakfast, snacks, or even in lunch or dinner. A perfect recipe to start your parties. The dish is popular in South Asia with regional variations. This one is my grandma’s version 😊.
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Ingredients
1. Tendered taro leaves 10 pieces
2. Black lentil paste 200 gms
3. Oil 2 tbsp
4. Dry red chilies 2
5. Turmeric powder Half tsp
6. Salt As per taste
7. Red chili powder Half tsp
8. Cumin powder Half tsp
9. Coriander powder Half tsp
10. Sliced ginger 10 pieces
Recipe
Taro leaf rolls
1) Lay a taro leaf on the flat surface facing up its front side
2) Spread the lentil paste lavishly and evenly on the leaf
3) Roll up the leaf away from you as tightly as possible
4) Roll it all the way through to give a cylindrical shape
5) Repeat the process with remaining leaves
6) Place the rolls in a single layer in a steamer
7) Cook it under low flame for about 10 minutes
8) The color of leaves will change once it is cooked thoroughly
9) Transfer to a plate and let it cool down completely
10) The rolls can be held refrigerated for 1-2 days
Frying
1) Slice the rolls into half-inch thick
2) Heat oil in a pan
3) Add red chilies and fry for 10 seconds
4) Add ginger slices and fry for about 20 seconds
5) Add taro leaf rolls and fry under medium flame
6) When it is crunchy, add turmeric powder, salt, cumin powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder
7) Fry for 2 minutes and turn off the flame
8) Serve it with your favorite sauce or dip