Paya Soup

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Ingredients

4	lamb trotters (paya)
1 tablespoon	ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
1 teaspoon	cumin powder
1 teaspoon	garam masala
1 large	onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons	oil
4 cups	water
1 cup	yogurt
1	bay leaf
2	green cardamom pods
4	cloves
1 inch	cinnamon stick
2	green chilies, slit
—	salt to taste
2 tablespoons	fresh coriander leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon	lemon juice

Instructions

1. 1 Clean the lamb trotters thoroughly under running water.
2. 2 In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat and add bay leaf, cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon stick.
3. 3 Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
4. 4 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another 2 minutes.
5. 5 Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well.
6. 6 Add the lamb trotters to the pot and sauté for 5-6 minutes.
7. 7 Pour in the yogurt and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring continuously.
8. 8 Add water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours until the trotters are tender.
9. 9 Stir in the garam masala and green chilies, and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
10. 10 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and lemon juice before serving.