Craving Something Crunchy In The Rain? Try These Tasty And Healthy Arbi Leaf Pakoras | Lifestyle News

Last Updated:July 03, 2025, 14:39 IST

Arbi leaves are rich in fibre, calcium, iron, and vitamin C, making them great for bones, digestion, and anaemia. These pakoras are perfect for snacks or kids’ tiffin boxes

When it rains, our hearts don’t just long for shelter – they crave comfort food too. A hot cup of chai paired with something crispy and flavourful is all we need to brighten up a rainy day. And what better than arbi leaf pakoras to satisfy that craving?

Loved for their crunchy texture and earthy flavour, these leafy fritters are not only delicious but also packed with health benefits. And now, they’re trending as a smart, green snack option people are proudly making at home. From Instagram reels to rainy-day kitchen experiments, arbi pakoras are winning hearts and taste buds this monsoon. Here’s how you can make them too.

Arbi leaves are rich in fibre, calcium, iron, and vitamin C – they not only help strengthen bones but also improve digestion and fight anaemia. These pakoras are perfect for evening snacks or can even be packed into children’s tiffin boxes. You can also impress your guests by serving them during festivals or special occasions.

Known as Patod in some regions, this traditional dish is popular in states like Punjab, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat.

So if you’re looking to try something new, these crunchy taro leaf fritters are a must. Once you try them, you’ll keep going back for more. Here’s how to make them.

Ingredients For Arbi Leaf Pakoras

• 8–10 fresh colocasia (arbi) leaves
• 2 cups gram flour (besan)
• 2 tsp rice flour
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 2 green chillies, finely chopped
• ½ tsp red chilli powder
• ¼ tsp turmeric powder
• ½ tsp coriander powder
• ½ tsp dry mango powder or chaat masala
• Salt to taste
• Water, as needed
• Oil for frying

Step-by-Step Recipe

• Wash the arbi leaves thoroughly. If the stalk is thick, trim and flatten it carefully to make rolling easier.
• In a bowl, mix gram flour, rice flour, ginger-garlic paste, green chillies, and all the spices.
• Add water slowly to form a thick, smooth batter. Make sure it’s not runny, the batter should stick well to the leaves.
• Place one arbi leaf on a clean surface and spread a thin layer of the batter. Layer another leaf on top, apply more batter, and repeat this 3–4 times.
• Carefully roll the stacked leaves into a tight log, pressing the ends to keep it secure.
• Let the roll rest for 15 minutes.
• Heat oil in a pan. Cut the roll into 1–1.5 inch pieces.
• Fry each piece on medium heat until golden and crispy.
• Drain and serve hot.

Serve these hot pakoras with green chutney or sweet tamarind chutney. You can also sprinkle some chaat masala on top for extra flavour.

Health Benefits

Arbi leaves are high in dietary fibre, which supports digestion. The calcium strengthens bones, iron helps fight anaemia, and vitamin C boosts immunity. Gram flour adds protein, and rice flour gives that perfect crunch – a bonus for picky eaters like kids!

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