Aluchi Vadi also known as "Paatra" is a popular dish in Maharashtra as well as in Gujarat. It is made from Colocasia leaves.
Aluchi Vadi is one the favourite tea time snack.
Marathi, colocasia leaves are known as 'Alu' or 'Aloo'.This recipe has no resemblance to anything potatoes as in Hindi 'Alu' or 'Aloo' is the term for potatoes.
Since fresh colocasia leaves or taro leaves are easily available in the monsoons, one can make this snack for Ganesh Chaturthi festival.
This vegetable is particularly available in the rainy season and forms an integral part of a staple religious diet.
Preparation of Aluchi Vadi
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