Shahi Dum Pukht Biryani (Royal Slow-cooked Biryani)

Royal Slow-cooked Biryani (Shahi Dum Pukht Biryani) is a classic dish from the Awadhi Cuisine, known for its rich flavors and aromatic spices. This biryani is slow-cooked to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.

Shahi Dum Pukht Biryani (Royal Slow-cooked Biryani)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basmati rice, soaked for 30 minutes and drained
  • 1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 2 onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup ghee
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon saffron strands
  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • Whole spices: bay leaves, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves
  • Fresh coriander leaves and mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken with yogurt, salt, and biryani masala. Let it marinate for 1 hour.
  2. Heat ghee in a large heavy-bottomed pot. Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Add the marinated chicken and cook until the chicken is half done.
  4. Layer the partially cooked chicken with the soaked rice in the pot.
  5. Add the chopped tomatoes and whole spices on top of the rice.
  6. Mix saffron strands with warm milk and drizzle over the rice.
  7. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook on low heat for 45 minutes to 1 hour, allowing the biryani to slow-cook and the flavors to blend.
  8. Garnish with fresh coriander and mint leaves 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
Carbohydrates
60g
Protein
20g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Heavy-bottomed pot Tight-fitting lid

Tools

Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Royal Slow-cooked Biryani with raita, salad, and a side of spicy curry for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For best results, use a heavy-bottomed pot and cook the biryani on low heat to allow the flavors to develop slowly.

Cost

$25