Arbi - Patra - Chamagadda Leaves

Arbi patra leaves are the large, heart-shaped leaves of the Colocasia (Taro) plant, a popular green vegetable in India used to make traditional snacks like Patra (or Alu Vadi), where they are coated with spiced gram flour batter, rolled, steamed, and then fried or tempered until crispy, offering a tangy, savory flavor and good source of vitamins. 

It is advisable to soak the leaves overnight in water and cook it thoroughly to neutralize naturally occurring calcium oxalate crystals

• Flavor: Earthy, slightly tangy when cooked, often paired with tamarind and jaggery in recipes.
• Nutritional Value: Rich in Vitamin A, C, fiber, protein, and potassium, beneficial for digestion and heart health.
• Culinary Uses: Primarily for Patra (rolled, steamed, fried snack) but also in curries, stews, or as a sautéed vegetable (sabzi).