Paaya

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Ingredients

500 grams	goat trotters (paaya)
2 tablespoons	oil
1 teaspoon	fennel seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
2 pieces	bay leaves
2 pieces	cloves
2 pieces	cardamom pods
1 stick	cinnamon
2 cups	onions, finely sliced
1 tablespoon	ginger-garlic paste
2 teaspoons	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
2 teaspoons	coriander powder
1 cup	tomatoes, chopped
1 cup	coconut milk
2 cups	water
—	salt to taste
2 tablespoons	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Clean the goat trotters thoroughly and set aside.
2. 2 Heat oil in a pressure cooker over medium heat.
3. 3 Add fennel seeds, cumin seeds, bay leaves, cloves, cardamom pods, and cinnamon stick. Sauté until aromatic.
4. 4 Add the sliced onions and cook until golden brown.
5. 5 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
6. 6 Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, and coriander powder. Mix well.
7. 7 Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and oil separates.
8. 8 Add the cleaned goat trotters and mix well with the masala.
9. 9 Pour in coconut milk and water. Add salt to taste.
10. 10 Close the pressure cooker lid and cook on medium heat for about 20-25 minutes or until the trotters are tender.
11. 11 Once the pressure releases, open the lid and simmer for another 5-10 minutes to thicken the gravy if needed.
12. 12 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.