Flavorful Hyderabadi Dum Ka Gosht Biryani (Slow-cooked Lamb Biryani)

Slow-cooked Lamb Biryani, also known as Hyderabadi Dum Ka Gosht Biryani, is a flavorful and aromatic dish that originates from the Hyderabadi cuisine. This traditional dish is made by layering marinated lamb with fragrant basmati rice and slow-cooking it to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Non Vegetarian Main Course Hyderabadi Hyderabadi Cuisine Lamb Biryani Dum Ka Gosht Biryani Slow Cooked
Flavorful Hyderabadi Dum Ka Gosht Biryani (Slow-cooked Lamb Biryani)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs lamb, cut into pieces
  • 2 cups basmati rice, soaked for 30 minutes and drained
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 2 onions, thinly sliced and fried until golden brown
  • 4 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 cup ghee
  • 1/4 cup chopped mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • Whole spices: cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • Saffron strands soaked in warm milk
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the lamb pieces with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, half of the fried onions, mint leaves, cilantro, and salt. Let it marinate for at least 2 hours.
  2. In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat ghee and add the whole spices. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the marinated lamb and cook on medium heat until the meat is browned and the ghee separates.
  4. Layer the soaked and drained rice over the cooked lamb. Sprinkle the remaining fried onions, chopped tomatoes, and saffron-infused milk over the rice.
  5. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook on low heat for 45-50 minutes, allowing the biryani to slow-cook and the flavors to meld together.
  6. Gently fluff the rice and lamb layers with a fork before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Heavy-bottomed pot with a tight-fitting lid Cooking spoon Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Fork

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Serve the Slow-cooked Lamb Biryani with raita, a side of salad, and pickles.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Ensure the pot is tightly sealed with dough or foil to trap the steam and cook the biryani on low heat to achieve the perfect slow-cooked texture.

Cost

$25