Duck Biryani Recipe Slow Cooker

Delicious Duck Biryani Recipe 

Duck biryani is a rich, aromatic, and flavorful dish perfect for special occasions. The tender duck meat combined with fragrant basmati rice and a blend of spices creates an unforgettable culinary experience. Here’s a step-by-step recipe to make duck biryani at home.

Ingredients:Duck Biryani Recipe Slow Cooker

For Marinating the Duck:

1 kg duck meat (cut into pieces)
1 cup plain yoghurt
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
1 tsp turmeric powder
2 tsp red chilli powder
1 tsp garam masala
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt to taste

For the Rice:

2 cups basmati rice (soaked for 30 mins)
4 cups water
2-3 bay leaves
4-5 green cardamoms
4-5 cloves
1-inch cinnamon stick
Salt to taste

For Cooking Duck:

3 tbsp ghee
2 onions (thinly sliced)
2 tomatoes (chopped)
2 green chillies (slit)
1/2 cup mint leaves
1/2 cup coriander leaves
For Layering:
Fried onions (for garnish)
A pinch of saffron soaked in warm milk
2 tbsp ghee

Instructions:Duck Biryani Recipe Slow Cooker

Step 1: Marinate the Duck

In a large bowl, mix yoghurt, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, red chilli powder, garam masala, lemon juice, and salt.
Add the duck pieces, coat well, and marinate for at least 2 hours (preferably overnight in the fridge).

Step 2: Cook the Rice

Boil water with bay leaves, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, and salt.
Add soaked basmati rice and cook until 70% done. Drain and set aside.

Step 3: Cook the Duck

Heat ghee in a large pot. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
Add tomatoes and green chillies, and cook until soft.
Add marinated duck and cook on medium heat until the duck is tender and gravy thickens.

Step 4: Layering the Biryani

In a heavy-bottomed pot, layer half of the cooked rice over the duck gravy.
Add a layer of mint leaves, coriander, and fried onions.
Add the remaining rice on top and drizzle saffron milk and ghee.

Step 5: Dum Cooking

Seal the pot with a tight lid or dough.
Cook on low heat for 25-30 minutes to allow the flavours to meld.

Step 6: Serve

Gently fluff the biryani and serve hot with raita or cucumber salad.

Tips for the Perfect Duck Biryani:

Marinate the duck overnight for better flavour.
Use aged basmati rice for the best texture.
Don’t overcook the rice before layering.
Enjoy your delicious duck biryani!