Traditional Brass Lagan Handi
₹3,999.00
A hand-hammered pure brass lagan handi for slow-cooked dum biryani, korma and festive dishes, with a wide, shallow base that spreads heat evenly.
- Pure brass (copper + zinc), hand-hammered
- Wide, shallow base for even dum cooking
- Doubles as an elegant serving vessel
Order by 25 October for delivery before Dhanteras
Free shipping across India
Description
Our Traditional Brass Lagan Handi is the vessel Indian kitchens have trusted for generations of dum biryani, korma and slow-cooked dals. Hand-hammered by artisans from pure brass, its wide, shallow base spreads heat gently and evenly, so food cooks slowly and tastes richer. Bring it straight from the stove to the table: the golden hammered finish makes it a centrepiece for festivals and family dinners.
Why you’ll love it
- Pure brass: an alloy of copper and zinc, handcrafted by Indian artisans
- Hand-hammered golden finish with a polished inner surface
- Wide, shallow lagan shape ideal for dum biryani, korma and pulao
- Stove-to-table: cook and serve in the same vessel
- An heirloom piece and a meaningful Dhanteras, wedding or housewarming gift
Product details
| Material | Pure brass (copper + zinc alloy) |
|---|---|
| Finish | Hammered golden exterior, polished inner surface |
| Approx. size | 25 × 26 cm, 8 cm deep |
| Weight | Approx. 1.5 kg |
| Best for | Dum biryani, korma, pulao, slow cooking, serving |
| Made in | India, handcrafted |
How to use
Wash before first use. Cook on a low to medium flame and add your ingredients before the vessel gets very hot; brass holds heat well, so you rarely need high heat. For dum cooking, seal the lid with dough and let the dish finish slowly. For sour dishes such as tamarind or tomato-heavy gravies, serve in brass rather than storing food in it for long.
Care instructions
- Wash with mild soap and warm water, then dry completely with a soft cloth.
- Restore the golden shine with lemon and salt, tamarind or a gentle brass cleaner.
- Avoid harsh scrubbers and dishwashers; they scratch the polish.
- Natural darkening over time is normal for pure brass and polishes off easily.
Frequently asked questions
Can I cook biryani in a brass lagan handi?
Yes. The wide, shallow base and heavy brass body are made for dum biryani: heat spreads evenly and the dish cooks slowly without burning.
Is the brass handi tin-lined (kalai)?
This handi has a polished inner brass surface. For long cooking of very sour dishes, a kalai (tin) lined vessel is traditional; for everyday biryani, dal and korma it works well.
Is this pure brass?
Yes. It is made from brass, an alloy of copper and zinc, and handcrafted by Indian artisans.
How do I keep brass shining?
Rub it with lemon and salt or tamarind, rinse and dry fully. A quick polish every few weeks keeps it bright.
Every piece is handcrafted by Indian artisans, so slight variations in shade and hammer marks are natural and part of its charm. Orders are dispatched in 1–3 business days with free shipping across India. If anything arrives damaged, tell us within 48 hours for a free replacement or refund.
Additional information
| Weight | 1.516 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 8 × 26 cm |
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