Haleem makers gear up as Ramzan fast approaches

As Ramzan fast approaches, Hyderabad gears up to celebrate with one of its most popular dishes – Haleem. There are many hotels and makeshift joints in the city that serve this delicious dish, which is made with meat, lentils, wheat, spices, and other ingredients.

As part of the month-long festivities, almost all haleem makers have started setting up their ‘Haleem Bhatti’ – a setup specifically designed for cooking haleem. Besides being a source of business, this dish also provides employment for many city residents.

As the holy month approaches, sales of ‘Haleem Ghotas’, which are made of wood, have accelerated.

Haleem to get costly this Ramzan

Due to the increase in ghee, wheat, mutton, and spice prices, the cost of haleem is expected to rise significantly this Ramzan. Even with the expected increase in cost, hotels expect encouraging business during the first fortnight and last five days of the holy month.

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Though Haleem has no religious significance, it is eaten after one breaks his or her fast for the day and is valued for its nutritional value. Haleem outlets are set up in the city during the holy month, but some offer it 365 days a year.

Hyderabadi haleem won ‘Most Popular GI award’

Hyderabadi Haleem won the ‘Most Popular GI’ award last year, beating items such as Rasgulla, Bikaneri Bhujiya, and Ratlami Sev.

Based on public opinion, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry selected the dish for the award. A vote was conducted between August 2 and October 9 to determine the winning dish.

The city of Hyderabad is eagerly anticipating the holy month of Ramzan, the festive atmosphere in the markets, and the availability of the delicious dish, haleem.