Dum
दम
dum
Dum (दम) is a Persian-origin word used in Indian English, meaning a slow cooking method using steam, often for biryanis. In crosswords it is the 3-letter answer DUM (3).
Meaning & usage
Dum is a traditional cooking technique originating from the Indian subcontinent, where food is cooked slowly over a low flame, allowing it to steam in its own juices. This method is commonly used in preparing biryanis and other rice dishes, where the pot is sealed with dough to trap the steam. The term 'dum' is derived from the Persian word 'dum', meaning 'breath' or 'steam'.
In a sentence
The biryani was cooked on dum, giving it a rich and aromatic flavor.
Dum as a crossword answer
Dum is a 3-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A slow cooking method using steam, often for biryanis” (3)
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