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A vegetarian derivative of haleem, wherein meat is substituted with dry fruits and vegetables, is also prepared during ], and can be found at some eateries in Hyderabad. | ||
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Hyderabadi Haleem of Hyderabad is known for its distinct Haleem. It is a mainstay during the Holy month of Ramzan.
Haleem is a tradition for breaking fast (roza) with a plateful of the delicacy, the day-long fast end with the moulvi’s recital of the azaan.
Ingredients
It is a thick paste of lentils, lamb and spices, thoroughly cooked for at least 10 hours in the bhatti (an oven made with mud)..
A vegetarian derivative of haleem, wherein meat is substituted with dry fruits and vegetables, is also prepared during Ramzan, and can be found at some eateries in Hyderabad.
Preparation
The cooking of Haleem in Hyderabad is mastered to a fine art form. The cooks follow the instructions to the minutest of details and get all the proportions of the ingredients right. It is cooked for at least 10 hours in the bhatti (an oven made with mud).
Even today mitthi (sweet) and khari (salted) haleem variants are served for breakfast in the homes of the Arabs living in the Barkas area of the old city. But the salted variety is popularly seen during the month of Moharram and Ramzan. The high-calorie haleem is the perfect way to break the ramzan fast. (it contains wheat, various lentils, meat, and pure ghee)
History
Main Article: Haleem
This traditional wheat porridge has its roots in Arabia, similar to harees. But this derivative of Haleem is different from other, with well a smooth paste of all ingredients.
In Hyderabad, Haleem is the traditional starter at muslim weddings, and is also most relished in muslim functions or occasion.