Seppankizhangu Roast | Colocasia Fry | Arbi Fry | Taro root Roast

A very simple yet delicious South Indian style varuval or roast variety made with Seppankizhangu ( Colocasia/ Arbi / taro root). This colocasia fry is a

very basic recipe that needs only simple ingredients and can be done easily. It goes very well with dal , sambar, rasam and even curd rice. Check out how to make this yummy arbi roast or seppankizhangu varuval recipe below .

Ingredients 

Colocasia / (seppangkilangu )-1/2 kg

Red chilli powder-1 1/2 Tsp 

Turmeric powder-1/2 Tsp 

Pepper powder-1/2 Tsp 

Rice flour-1 Tbsp 

Salt to taste

Mustard seeds-1/2 Tsp 

Fennel seeds-1 Tsp 

Asafoetida-1/8 Tsp 

Curry leaves and coriander leaves few

Oil -2 Tbsps 

Recipe Video

Method 

👉Wash the colocasia (Seppankizhangu)well 3-4 times to remove dirt. Place the colocasia in a pressure cooker add water just enough to cover it . Pressure cook for 1 whistle and switch off the gas and allow the pressure to subside completely. Drain the water and peel the colocasia then cut to medium sized pieces.

👉Heat oil in a kadai add mustard seeds fennel seeds and curry leaves and allow it to splutter. 

👉Keep the flame in medium then add turmeric powder, red chilli powder , pepper powder, salt , asafoetida and mix well and sauté for few seconds. 

👉Now add the colocasia (Arbi)and mix well. Roast in medium flame until crispy add oil in between if needed. 

👉Add rice flour and roast for 2 mins .

👉Garnish with coriander leaves and switch off the gas. Serve hot. 

Preparation Time-20 mins 

Serves-4-5