Mutton Paya
Discover the rich and aromatic world of mutton paya, a traditional dish made with slow-cooked lamb trotters in a flavourful broth. Perfect for warming meals, this recipe is ideal for special occasions or a comforting dinner.
- Prep time
- 30 min
- Cook time
- 4 hr 30 min
- Yield
- 8 servings
- Difficulty
- HARD
Ingredients
- 2 kg Trotters
- 100 ml Oil
- 2 Onions
- 1 tbsp Ginger Paste
- 1 tbsp Garlic Paste
- 5 clove 5 Cloves
- 2 Cinnamon Stick
- 1 Bay Leaf
- 2 Black Cardamom
- 2 Tomatoes
- 2 tsp Salt (adjust to taste )
- 2 tsp Chilli Powder
- 2 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 2 tsp Cumin Powder
- 1 tsp Black Pepper (adjust to taste )
- 2 litres Water
- 1 handful Coriander
- Ginger (julienned)
- Green Chillies
Instructions
- 1
Heat the Oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2
Add the Onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they turn lightly browned.
- 3
Stir in the Ginger Paste and Garlic Paste, followed by the Whole Spices (Cloves, Cinnamon Stick, Bay Leaf, and Black Cardamom). Cook for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
- 4
Add the Tomatoes and cook, stirring, until they soften and blend into the mixture.
- 5
Add the Spices (Salt, Chilli Powder, Turmeric Powder, Cumin Powder, and Black Pepper) and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring to combine everything well.
- 6
Add the Trotters to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to coat the meat.
- 7
Pour in enough Water to cover the ingredients, then cover the pot with a lid. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 4 hours, stirring occasionally, until the trotters are tender.
- 8
Garnish with fresh Coriander, Ginger Julienned, and Green Chillies before serving.
- 9
The dish is now ready to serve. Enjoy!