Mutton Trotters
The Prophet (ﷺ) said: "If I am invited to a meal of trotters I will accept it; and if I am given a trotter as a present I will accept it." — Bukhari
- Serves: 4
- Calories: 310 kcal
Ingredients
- 1–2 kg trotters (paya), cleaned and chopped if large
- Water, enough to cover the trotters
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, optional
Method
Step 1 — Prepare the trotters: Rinse thoroughly under cold water. Briefly blanch in boiling water for 5 minutes to remove impurities, then drain. Step 2 — Boil the trotters: Place the trotters in a large pot. Add enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil over high heat. Step 3 — Simmer: Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 2–3 hours until the trotters are tender. Skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the top. Step 4 — Season: Add salt (and black pepper if using) toward the end of cooking. Step 5 — Serve: Serve hot, either as a broth or with bread or rice.