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Burdwan Modern Duck Dum Pukht
🇮🇳 Indian

Burdwan Modern Duck Dum Pukht

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Burdwan cooking — Burdwan Modern Duck Dum Pukht brings a hill-station touch with a classic dum pukht finish. About 75 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 25 min Cook 50 min Serves 2 Hard

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Duck600 g, jointed

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

  6. 6

    Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

  7. 7

    Finish with garam masala and fresh cilantro.

  8. 8

    Rest a minute, then serve hot.

Chef's tip

Keep the flame medium — rushing browns the base too fast.

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