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This Ancient Dish is a Wonder for a Winter Meal

Writer's picture: Karim AbosamraKarim Abosamra

Updated: Feb 19, 2023

Are you in the mood for a warm, hearty soup? Introducing you to Cows Trotters Soup! This soup is hearty, filling, and perfect for a cold winter day. Cows trotters soup is a traditional soup made with trotters and beef stock. The soup is mild and rich in flavor.


I wrote about trotters soup after listening to a nutritionist talking about intermittent fasting and the benefits of breaking the fast with bone broth; as I noticed during my travels to many countries of the world, similarities between countries concerning cooking; trotters soup has been one of the dishes served in most countries of the world since ancient times until now. So I decided to look into the matter and share with you the results of my research.



Cow trotters soup in ancient times


There is not enough archaeological evidence to prove that the first humans ate trotters soup, but many believe that the bone broth goes back to prehistoric times. Hunters used inedible animal parts like bones, hooves, and joints to make a broth they could drink. As for me, I also think that after the discovery of fire, it was logical to eat trotters soup due to the ease of preparation and the availability of the necessary bone remains.


Some also believe that people used trotters soup for healing in ancient times. The cow trotters were boiled in water until they were soft. Then they were mashed and mixed with broth, onions, and spices. They served the soup cold to cure various illnesses.




Which countries have it as a traditional dish?

Cows trotters are used in various dishes around the world, mainly in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, for example, Fattah kawara (فتة كوارع) in Egypt, Paya in Pakistan,

ElHergma/Hargma in Morroco, Makongoro in Tanzania, Pach in Iraq and Turkey, and much more dishes worldwide.



How do you make trotters soup?


It is an easy soup to make and perfect for a winter meal. The ingredients are simple, and you only need a few ingredients to make the soup.


1. Start by heating some oil in a large pot.

2. Add the trotters and cook until browned.

3. Add the onion and garlic and cook for another few minutes.

4. Add the water and bring the soup to a boil.

5. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.

6. Serve the soup warm and enjoy.



What are the benefits of eating trotters soup?


There are many benefits to eating trotters soup. Trotters soup is a nutritious and hearty soup that anyone can enjoy. Trotters are high in protein and low in fat, making them a healthy option for dieters. Trotters soup contains many other valuable nutrients, including vitamins A and B12, magnesium, and potassium.



conclusion


Cows Trotters Soup is hearty, filling, and perfect for a cold winter day. The soup is mild and rich in flavor.


There isn't any proof to back up the idea that the earliest humans ate trotters soup, but it's possible. In the past, the trotters soup might have been used for healing porpuses.


Trotters soup is a nutritious and hearty soup that anyone can enjoy. Trotters are high in protein and low in fat, making them a healthy option for dieters. Trotters soup contains many other valuable nutrients, including vitamins A and B12, magnesium, and potassium.






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