For Sunday dinner, the prospect of serving a warm, comforting soup is undeniably enticing. Since I opted out of my usual biking routine in the morning, I found myself with ample time to concoct an elaborate lunch. This leisurely preparation became the perfect excuse to enjoy a crisp, refreshing beer while indulging in a movie marathon.
Reflecting on my recent trip to Pune, where I savored delicious mutton soup over three delightful days, I felt a strong urge to recreate that comforting experience at home. A simple yet satisfying bowl of plain mutton soup quickly climbed to the top of my culinary agenda.
I lean towards a rustic recipe that highlights the natural flavors of the stock. My approach involves enriching it with a pinch of vibrant turmeric, which lends both color and warmth, then finishing it off with freshly ground black pepper and a touch of sea salt. Additionally, I was inspired to prepare the soup following a delightful lunch featuring a generous portion of keema kaleji, beautifully cooked in fragrant and spicy Saoji masala—an aromatic blend I cherish from my hometown of Nagpur.
To achieve the depth of flavor in the keema kaleji, I let the meat simmer gently in my slow cooker for about an hour, infusing it with bay leaves, whole cloves, and peppercorns, adhering to the traditional cooking methods I grew up with. This slow and steady approach allowed the meat to become tender and absorb all the spice nuances.
So, if you have the stock ready, transforming it into a delicious soup can be accomplished in less than five minutes, making it the perfect quick yet satisfying meal to end the day.
Ingredients ( for 3 )
Mutton Stock – 500 ml
Turmeric – a pinch
Sea Salt – as per taste
Black Pepper ( grounded ) – a pinch
Butter – 10 ml
Method:
1 ) Heat butter in a pan. Once it melts, add the stock and turmeric and give it a boil for 5 minutes.
2 ) Remove from flame. Season it with salt and pepper and serve piping hot, garnished with chopped scallions or fresh coriander.
Kanduri style Mutton Soup served at Hotel Marathwada at Baner, Pune
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