{"product_id":"bombay-deg-aluminium-biryani-pot-with-lid","title":"Delhi Deg – Heavy Hammered Aluminium Biryani Daig with Lid","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Traditional Bombay Deg — Built for Real Biryani\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the classic \u003cstrong\u003eBombay Deg\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as daig, degh, or handi) — the heavy, hand-hammered aluminium pot found in every serious biryani kitchen, from home cooks to catering setups. Its wide belly and slightly narrow mouth are shaped specifically for dum-style cooking, where trapped steam and even heat are what separate good biryani from great biryani.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy You'll Love It:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔨 \u003cstrong\u003eHand-Hammered Silver Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e – Strengthens the metal and improves even heat spread across the base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍛 \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Deg Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wide belly, narrow mouth — built specifically for dum biryani, pulao, and daigh-style cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💪 \u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-Gauge Aluminium\u003c\/strong\u003e – Solid, warp-resistant, made for long hours on high heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔒 \u003cstrong\u003eFitted Lid Included\u003c\/strong\u003e – Locks in steam for proper dum, keeping rice layers moist and aromatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🖐️ \u003cstrong\u003eSturdy Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e – Secure grip for lifting and serving, even when full\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔥 \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Heat Retention\u003c\/strong\u003e – Stays hot well after it's taken off the stove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧼 \u003cstrong\u003eLong-Lasting Build\u003c\/strong\u003e – A genuine one-time investment piece, passed down for years in most households\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy a Deg Cooks Biryani Better\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Bombay Deg isn't just a big pot — its shape is the whole point. The wide base gives rice room to layer properly with the meat\/masala underneath, while the slightly narrower top traps steam more efficiently than a flat, straight-sided pot. This is exactly why professional biryani cooks, wedding caterers, and hotels still use hammered aluminium degs instead of regular saucepans — the shape and material directly affect how evenly the rice steams during \"dum.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand-hammered surface isn't decorative either. The hammering process compresses and strengthens the aluminium, making the deg more resistant to warping from years of high-heat use, while also helping distribute heat more evenly across the base — fewer burnt spots, more consistent cooking from edge to center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike non-stick or coated pots that wear down within a couple of years, a solid aluminium deg like this is built to last for decades. It's a staple for weddings, Eid, large family gatherings, and any occasion where you're cooking biryani or pulao in bulk rather than a small daily portion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDum biryani, pulao, Bombay biryani, Sindhi biryani, curries, daigh-style bulk cooking, weddings and events, catering, and large family meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash with warm water and mild soap. Avoid steel wool or abrasive scrubbers on the hammered surface. Dry immediately after washing to prevent water spotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Hammered aluminium Bombay deg (pot)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Matching fitted lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse; width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBombay Deg \/ Daig \/ Handi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-gauge hammered aluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-hammered silver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded, fitted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSturdy carry handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStovetop Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGas stoves (not induction-compatible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDum biryani, pulao, bulk rice \u0026amp; curry cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAvailable Sizes \u0026amp; Capacity\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse; width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSalan Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBiryani Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 No\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRs 6,499\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 No\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRs 7,250\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 No\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRs 8,850\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 No\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRs 11,999\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 No\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRs 14,499\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 No\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRs 18,499\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 No\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRs 21,999\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCook real dum biryani the traditional way — shop the Bombay Deg only at HS Home.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is a Bombay Deg used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: A Bombay Deg (also called daig, degh, or handi) is a traditional wide-bellied aluminium pot used mainly for dum-style biryani and pulao, where its shape helps trap steam and cook rice evenly in large batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this deg safe for gas and induction stoves?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: This deg is designed for gas stove use. Pure aluminium cookware is not induction-compatible unless it has a steel base plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What size deg should I buy for a family vs a wedding\/event?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: For a small family of 4-6, the 12No (1kg) or 14No (3kg salan \/ 1kg biryani) size is usually enough for a single meal. For medium gatherings of 15-20 guests, the 18No (8kg salan \/ 3kg biryani) or 20No (10kg \/ 4kg) works well. For weddings, large events, or catering, the 22No (13kg \/ 5kg biryani) or 24No (16kg \/ 6kg biryani) is recommended to cook in bulk without multiple batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What does \"No\" mean in the size (e.g., 12No, 24No)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: The \"No.\" refers to the traditional deg sizing number used in Pakistan's cookware market — a higher number means a larger deg with greater salan (curry) and biryani capacity, as shown in the size chart above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the lid seal well enough for proper dum cooking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes, the lid sits securely on the rim to trap steam, which is essential for dum-style biryani and pulao where the final steaming step depends on trapped heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is a deg different from a regular cooking pot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: A deg has a distinct wide-belly, narrow-mouth shape designed specifically for layering rice and meat and trapping steam efficiently — unlike straight-sided pots, which don't hold heat and steam the same way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I clean and maintain a hammered aluminium deg?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Hand wash with warm water and mild soap. 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