Heart-Healthy Paya Soup

Indulge in the nourishing warmth of Heart-Healthy Paya Soup, a flavorful twist on the classic paya recipe thoughtfully crafted to support your wellness journey. This comforting soup features tender goat trotters slow-simmered with a medley of wholesome vegetables like carrots, celery, and tomatoes, infused with aromatic spices such as turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Enhanced with heart-friendly vegetable oil and a splash of zesty lemon juice, this dish offers a lighter, healthier alternative without sacrificing its rich, traditional flavors. Perfectly balanced and packed with nutrients, this hearty soup is ideal for cozy nights or as a soothing remedy to boost your overall well-being. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley, for a soul-satisfying meal that's both delicious and heart-smart.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:170 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Goat trotters (paya)
• 1 large Onion
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece Ginger
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (preferably canola or olive)
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (optional)
• 2 Bay leaves
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 Celery stalks
• 2 large Tomatoes
• 8 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Clean the goat trotters thoroughly under running water to remove any impurities.

Step 2

In a large stockpot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Finely chop the onion, garlic, and ginger. Add them to the pot and sauté until the onions become translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and ground black pepper to the pot. Stir for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the goat trotters to the pot and brown them slightly for about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Pour the water into the pot and add the bay leaves.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 1 hour.

Step 8

While the soup is simmering, dice the carrots, celery, and tomatoes.

Step 9

After 1 hour, add the diced carrots, celery, and tomatoes to the pot. If necessary, adjust the seasoning with optional salt to taste.

Step 10

Continue simmering the soup for another 60-90 minutes until the trotters are tender and the soup is rich and flavorful.

Step 11

Once cooked, remove the trotters from the soup and set them aside to cool slightly. Discard any large bones if desired.

Step 12

Add fresh lemon juice to the soup and stir well.

Step 13

Serve the soup hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3673.1 grams (3673.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2568

Total Fat 173.60g	223%
Saturated Fat 59.50g	298%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 762mg	254%
Sodium 2066mg	90%
Total Carbohydrate 62.30g	23%
Dietary Fiber 15.80g	56%
Total Sugars 25.80g
Protein 200.20g	400%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 562mg	43%
Iron 31mg	173%
Potassium 3924mg	83%

*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: 59.8%

Protein: 30.7%

Carbs: 9.5%