In Pursuit of Haleem
Ramzan was around the corner and this year too, just like the previous year, I knew I was going to miss haleem. I don’t exactly remember how and when I was told about the glory this famous Hyderabadi Haleem has been carrying since it was first invented. But just a glance at the efforts they put in in its preparation, variety of spices used to offer a distinctive taste, and the way it is decorated with marvelous garnish; I bet as you read, you too by now would have started mouthwatering. Hyderabadi Haleem is a traditional cuisine consumed mainly during the month of Ramzan by Muslims every evening to break the daylong fast. Its origin dates back to centuries in Arab culture where Haleem was prepared as a blend of meat and wheat. It was Emperor Nizam who brought the Haleem in Hyderabad. Further introduction of local spices, addition of lentils along with wheat, dry fruit toppings and a spoonful of ghee transformed Haleem into present form of Hyderabadi Haleem. Seeing