Whole30 Paya Soup

Savor the rich, comforting flavors of Whole30 Paya Soup, a traditional slow-cooked delicacy that combines nutrient-packed lamb trotters with aromatic spices. This recipe, perfect for Whole30 enthusiasts, features ghee-sautéed onions, garlic, and ginger, enhanced by notes of cumin, coriander, and a hint of cinnamon. The slow simmering process allows the broth to develop a deep, savory flavor while extracting collagen and nutrients from the trotters, making it both wholesome and satisfying. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with a squeeze of lemon, this gluten-free and dairy-free soup is a nourishing meal that’s perfect for colder days or as a gut-healing pick-me-up. Indulge in this comforting bowl of goodness and let its robust flavors warm you from the inside out!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 Lamb trotters
• 2 tablespoons Ghee
• 1 large, finely chopped Onion
• 4 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 inch piece, grated Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Whole black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Coriander seeds
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 inch Cinnamon stick
• 1 Bay leaf
• 8 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons, chopped for garnish Fresh cilantro
• 1 cut into wedges Lemon

Directions

Step 1

Clean the lamb trotters thoroughly under running water. Pat them dry with a paper towel and set aside.

Step 2

In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat ghee over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.

Step 3

Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot. Stir for about 1-2 minutes until they release their aroma.

Step 4

Add whole black peppercorns, cumin seeds, and coriander seeds to the pot. Stir for another minute to let the spices toast and become fragrant.

Step 5

Add the cleaned lamb trotters to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the trotters are slightly browned.

Step 6

Stir in the turmeric powder, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf. Combine everything well.

Step 7

Pour the 8 cups of water into the pot and add salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for 2.5 to 3 hours. The slow simmering is essential to extract the flavors from the lamb trotters and spices.

Step 8

Occasionally skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface.

Step 9

After cooking, check the seasoning of the soup. Add more salt if needed.

Step 10

Remove the trotter bones from the soup and set aside. Once slightly cooled, strip any meat off the bones and return the meat to the soup, discarding the bones.

Step 11

Ladle the nourishing soup into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

Step 12

Enjoy your warm and hearty Whole30 Paya Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2803.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1707.7

Total Fat 120.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 620mg	0%
Sodium 2859.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 10.1g
Protein 125.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 327.2mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 1867.8mg	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: 62.8%

Protein: 29.2%

Carbs: 8.0%