Haldikoley Patholis - Maizy aunty

Recipe by Maizy Pinto



Ingredients:
10 - 12 medium size haldi koleys (turmeric leaves)

For the batter
2 cups white boiled rice (ukdo tandu/parboiled rice - preferably Anand brand)
1/4 tsp salt (to taste)

For the filling:
1 cup grated coconut (add more if desired)
250 gms jaggery (powdered)
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp cardamom powder

Steps:
  1. Soak rice for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
  2. Drain the water and grind the soaked boiled rice with salt and a little water to a fine thick paste and keep aside. 
  3. Wash the haldi koley, pat dry and keep it aside.

  4. In a bowl, mix together one cup coconut, jaggery and cardamom powder for the filling. Add more coconut if required.
  5. Take a small ball sized amount of batter (similar to the size of chapati balls) and place it on the leaf. You can spread it evenly with a chapati rolling pin if needed or by hand. 
  6. Place the filling only at the centre of the leaf lengthwise. Fold the leaf and press the edges shut. 
  7. Now heat water in a steamer/tondor and bring it to a rolling boil. Place all the patholis inside and steam for about 30 minutes.
  8. Once cooked, take it out and let it cool. 
  9. ENJOY!
Notes:
  • You can grind the batter and keep it in the fridge if required.