Patholi

PathoLi (Konkani Style dumpling with sweet coconut filling)

The sweet aroma of the turmeric leaf is absorbed into the PathoLi giving it a great flavor.

PathoLi is a dish that is not only typical to Mangalore but a must during Gowri and Ganesha Festival as well as Nagapanchami; which fall in the month of Shravan Maas.. 

Preparation:

For filling:

Coconut 1 cup

Jaggery 1/2 cup

Cardamom powder 1/2 tea spn

Heat jaggery and melt it , when its melted add the gratted coconut & mix continuously till it forms a uniform mixture. Add the cardamom powder.

Rice paste:

Soak the rice in water for around 1hr.

Grind it along with coconut (without adding much water). Now add washed poha and grind to get a smooth paste. Add salt.

Method

Spread a thin layer of the rice paste on the Turmeric leaves (or parchment paper piece).

Spread around 1-2 tbsp of coconut filling over the rice paste.

Fold the leaf & pile in the steamer or in a cooker vessel.

Steam it for around 12-15mins.