Here’s a recipe for Paye Masala (Paya Masala), a flavorful and aromatic dish made with trotters (animal feet), often enjoyed in South Asian cuisine.

Paye Masala:

Ingredients:

• 4-6 trotters (paye), cleaned and washed thoroughly
• 2 large onions, finely chopped
• 3 tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• 2 teaspoons red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 cup cooking oil
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
• Ginger slices for garnish
• Green chilies for garnish
• Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare Trotters:
   • Clean the trotters thoroughly, removing excess fat and hair. Soak them in warm water for 1-2 hours. Rinse again.
2. Pressure Cook Trotters:
   • In a pressure cooker, add trotters and enough water to cover them. Pressure cook for about 20-25 minutes until the trotters are tender.
3. Cooking Base:
   • In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
4. Add Aromatics:
   • Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
5. Tomatoes and Spices:
   • Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft and oil starts to separate.
   • Mix in red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt. Cook the spices for 3-4 minutes.
6. Yogurt Addition:
   • Whisk the yogurt and add it to the spice mix. Stir continuously until well combined.
7. Add Trotters:
   • Add the pressure-cooked trotters to the masala. Mix well, ensuring the trotters are coated evenly with the masala.
8. Simmer and Garnish:
   • Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
   • Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
9. Serve:
   • Serve hot, garnished with ginger slices, green chilies, and lemon wedges on the side.

Enjoy Paye(paya) Masala with naan, rice, or your favorite bread!