Low Fat Paya Soup

Savor the comforting warmth of Low Fat Paya Soup, a light yet flavorful twist on the traditional paya soup. This protein-packed dish features tender lamb trotters simmered slowly for hours, allowing the rich, aromatic blend of ginger, garlic, and earthy spices like cumin and coriander to infuse deeply. Unlike heavier versions, this recipe uses minimal oil and includes a simple skimming technique to keep the broth clean and low in fat, making it a wholesome choice for health-conscious food lovers. Garnished with fresh coriander and a splash of zesty lemon, this nourishing soup is perfect for warming up chilly evenings or as a nutritious starter. Whether you're seeking a low-fat comfort food or exploring soul-soothing soups, this recipe balances health with traditional flavors effortlessly.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:195 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Lamb trotters (paya)
• 8 cups Water
• 1 large Onion
• 1 tablespoon Ginger paste
• 1 tablespoon Garlic paste
• 2 pieces Green chillies
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 piece Bay leaf
• 1 inch piece Cinnamon stick
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves
• 1 piece Lemon
• 1 tablespoon Oil

Directions

Step 1

Clean the lamb trotters thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or unwanted particles. Set them aside.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and slit the green chillies lengthwise. Set them aside.

Step 3

In a large pot, add 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.

Step 4

Add ginger paste, garlic paste, and the slit green chillies to the pot. Sauté for a couple of minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and a little water to prevent the spices from burning. Stir for a minute.

Step 6

Introduce the cleaned lamb trotters to the pot. Stir well so they are coated with the spice mixture.

Step 7

Pour 8 cups of water into the pot, add the bay leaf and cinnamon stick, and bring it to a boil.

Step 8

Once the soup reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for approximately 3 hours. This slow cooking process allows the flavors to develop deeply and the trotters to become tender.

Step 9

Throughout the cooking process, occasionally skim off any foam or fat that rises to the top with a spoon to keep the soup low in fat.

Step 10

After 3 hours, season the soup with salt and black pepper. Mix well and let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf and cinnamon stick from the soup.

Step 12

Serve the soup hot, garnished with freshly chopped coriander leaves and a slice of lemon on the side for a fresh zest.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2852.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1636.3

Total Fat 105.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 480mg	0%
Sodium 4953.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 11.6g
Protein 127.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 333.3mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 1777.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.3%

Protein: 30.8%

Carbs: 11.9%