Mutton · Soup
Mutton Alani Soup
Home-style Mutton Alani Soup: a clear light stock from mutton bones and whole spices. Clean and peppery. The same style of alani we serve as a starter at Hind Bhuvan in Wakad, Pune.
- Total
- 135 min
- Servings
- 4
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 120 min
Ingredients
Mutton bones (with some meat)500g
Mutton pieces200g
Small pieces
Onion1 large, roughly chopped
Ginger1 inch, sliced
Garlic cloves4-5, crushed
Black peppercorns1 tbsp, crushed
Cumin seeds1 tsp
Fennel seeds1 tsp
Bay leaves2
Cinnamon stick1 inch
Cloves3-4
Cardamom pods2
Turmeric powder0.5 tsp
Saltto taste
Water6-8 cups
Fresh coriander leaves2 tbsp, chopped
Lemon juice2 tbsp
For serving
Method
- 01
Put bones, meat, onion, ginger, garlic, and whole spices in a pot with turmeric, salt, and water.
- 02
Pressure-cook 6–8 whistles, or simmer 2–3 hours until the bones are soft.
- 03
Strain for a clear broth. Return meat pieces to the pot and simmer 10 minutes.
- 04
Serve hot with coriander, lemon, and black pepper.
Tips
Strain well for a clean alani look.
Skim fat after chilling if you want a lighter bowl.
Alani means a clear stock. At Hind Bhuvan we also cook chicken alani soup and alani rice from the same idea.
FAQ
- What is Mutton Alani Soup?
- A clear light mutton stock with whole spices. Alani means the stock stays clean, not a thick gravy. Served at Hind Bhuvan, Wakad.
- What is the difference between Kala and Lal masala?
- Kala masala is Khandeshi: roasted whole spices ground dark and smoky. Lal masala is from Satara and Kolhapur: red, hot, and often eaten with tambada and pandhra rassa. At Hind Bhuvan in Wakad we roast both in-house.
- Where can I eat Mutton Alani Soup in Wakad, Pune?
- Hind Bhuvan serves it at Shankar Kalat Nagar, Wakad, near NKGSB Bank. Open daily 12:30 PM – 11:30 PM. Call +91 89563 05494 or see the menu on hindbhuvan.com.
Taste this at Hind Bhuvan, Wakad
Mutton Alani Soup is on our menu in Wakad. Call to reserve, or see the menu first.
