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Paya

Paya, which translates to 'feet' in English, is a traditional South Asian dish.

Total
1 h 20 min
Prep
20 min
Serves
4
Spice
Medium
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Halal · Gluten-Free · Nut-Free · Contains: dairy

Paya — Tribal Cookbook recipe

Ingredients

4 servings

Method

Start cooking opens one step at a time with read-aloud and hands-free voice control — “next”, “repeat”, “how much salt”, “timer 10 minutes”.

Tips

Control the heat: remove the chilli seeds for mild, keep them for medium, add a pinch of chilli flakes at the end for hot. Get ahead: most of the prep can be done the night before, and the dish is often better reheated the next day.

About Paya

Paya, which translates to 'feet' in English, is a traditional South Asian dish. Originating from the Indian subcontinent, it is a popu lar breakfast dish in Pakistan and is considered a delicacy. This dish was a staple of the diet during the Mughal Empire, where it was often served for royal banquets. The marrow in the bones is said to offer many health benefits, and Paya is often consumed in the win ter months for its warming properties. This dish is cooked slowly, often overnight, to extract the rich flavors from the bone marrow. It is typically eaten with naan or rice.

Questions

How long does Paya take to make?

About 80 minutes from start to finish for 4 servings. The ingredient list scales automatically if you change the number of servings.

Is Paya halal?

Yes — this recipe contains no pork or alcohol. Always check the labels of packaged ingredients such as stock cubes and sauces.

What allergens are in Paya?

It contains dairy. If you have set allergies in your planner preferences, recipes containing them are never suggested.

Can I add Paya to my meal plan?

Members tap “Add to my week”, pick a day, and the shopping list updates with only the ingredients they still need.

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