Haleem is a slow-cooked mutton stew.
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Summary: Haleem is part of several iftar tables in Hyderabad. But many people with busy schedules may not be able to prepare the dish during Ramadan. Here’s a guide to some of the best places in Hyderabad to order haleem from.
The month of Ramadan is underway. Muslims across the world observe a fast from dawn to dusk, not even drinking a drop of water. After dusk, the iftar feast becomes a meal that brings families and communities together. From biryani to seekh kebabs and phirni, iftar meals lay out several mouthwatering delicacies.
In Hyderabad, iftar meals have another choice dish- haleem. The slow-cooked stew features prominently at tables in the city. It takes hours to make the dish, with the mutton, lentils and wheat slowly coming together to create a melt-in-your-mouth stew that remains with you forever.
Hyderabad’s haleem has been famous for ages. Many restaurants also add a dash of mint or lemon to make the dish more flavourful.
But in today’s era of busy schedules, not everyone has the time to make haleem from scratch, even if iftar parties feel incomplete without it. Food delivery apps make it easier for you to get your favourite iftar dishes at your doorstep.
Mughal Restaurant
Offering both chicken and mutton haleem options, the Mughal Restaurant is a go-to place for Hyderabadi cuisine. The eatery also offers different varieties of biryani, including a spicy Chicken 65 version that will leave you wanting more. You can also try out their Mutton Double Gosht Biryani for a hearty iftar meal.
The restaurant has both chicken and mutton haleem options.
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Their haleem is topped with ghee and fried onions, offering food lovers a tempting meal. The slow-cooked stew is also offered in value and regular-sized packs for those who want to have a taste of the dish but don’t want to attend any large gatherings for it.
The haleem is served with a garnishing of fried onions and ghee.
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This restaurant in Baseer Bagh has several haleem options on offer for Ramadan, including a dawat pack for iftar parties. The stew blends together wheat, lentils, and mutton to create a rich, creamy, and comforting dish. You can also order special delicacies like seekh kebab and achari murgh.
Try out the haleem dawat pack for large iftar parties at home.
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Pista House
No trip to Hyderabad is complete without having eaten once at Pista House. One of the most famous eateries in the city, its haleem is known for its premium quality, aroma and a perfect mix of meat and spices. To finish off your meal on a sweet note, you can also order their apricot-based dessert, which slow-cooks dried apricots into a thick and sweet compote.
Pista House is one of the most iconic eateries in Hyderabad.
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The outlet has everything from thalis and quick bowls to haleem. People ordering from Paradise Biryani can also try the restaurant’s famous khubani custard and kuhbani ka meetha. For those who want something lighter to break their fast with, different meal combos are available as well.
Paradise Biryani also offers quick bowl meals and thalis.
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If you are in Hyderabad, enjoy iftar with some tasty haleem from any of these outlets. Pair the stew with something sweet or order some biryani to have a hearty feast at home.