Paya Soup
Embark on a flavorful journey with **Paya Soup**, a traditional delicacy celebrated for its hearty, soul-warming essence. This rich, aromatic soup is crafted with tender goat trotters, simmered slowly for hours to extract their natural richness and collagen, resulting in a nourishing broth that's perfect for chilly days or festive gatherings. With a medley of fragrant spices like cinnamon, cloves, bay leaves, and black peppercorns, each spoonful bursts with layered flavors. Ghee adds depth and a luxurious mouthfeel, while fresh coriander and a squeeze of lemon bring brightness to the dish. An iconic recipe in South Asian cuisine, Paya Soup pairs wonderfully with naan or rice, making it an irresistible centerpiece for your meal. Perfect for anyone seeking authentic comfort food, this recipe showcases the magic of slow cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Goat trotters
- 1 large Onion
- 2 tablespoons Ginger garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 2 teaspoons Red chili powder
- 1 tablespoon Coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 10 pieces Black peppercorns
- 1 inch Cinnamon stick
- 6 pieces Cloves
- 2 pieces Bay leaves
- 1 to taste Salt
- 0.5 cup Fresh coriander leaves
- 3 tablespoons Ghee (clarified butter)
- 8 cups Water
- 1 medium Lemon
Instructions
Clean the goat trotters thoroughly under running water to remove any excess hair or dirt.
In a large pot, heat ghee over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
Stir in the ginger garlic paste and cook for 2-3 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and cumin powder. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
Add the trotters to the pot and stir thoroughly until they are coated with the spice mixture.
Add black peppercorns, cinnamon stick, cloves, bay leaves, and salt. Mix well.
Pour in 8 cups of water and bring to a boil. Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer slowly for about 4 hours. Stir occasionally.
After 4 hours, the trotters should be tender, and the soup should be rich and flavorful. You can add more water if the soup becomes too thick.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt if necessary.
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
Serve hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2022 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.1 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.3 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 589 mg | 196% | |
| Sodium | 2981 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 134.4 g | 269% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 554 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 27.3 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 3171 mg | 67% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
