Hyderabadi Haleem Recipe – Authentic & Flavorful
Hyderabadi Haleem is a rich and hearty dish made with wheat, lentils, and succulent meat, slow-cooked with aromatic spices. It is a Ramadan favorite but can be enjoyed anytime. Here’s how you can make this delicious dish at home.
Ingredients:
For the Haleem Base:
- 1 cup broken wheat (dalia)
 - ¼ cup chana dal (Bengal gram)
 - ¼ cup masoor dal (red lentils)
 - ¼ cup toor dal (pigeon peas)
 - ¼ cup moong dal (yellow lentils)
 - 2 liters water
 
For the Meat Mixture:
- 500g boneless mutton or chicken (with bones for extra flavor)
 - 2 large onions (sliced)
 - 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
 - 2 green chilies (chopped)
 - 1 tsp turmeric powder
 - 1 tbsp red chili powder
 - 1 tbsp coriander powder
 - ½ tsp garam masala
 - 1 tsp black pepper powder
 - 2 tbsp ghee or oil
 - Salt to taste
 
For the Tempering & Garnish:
- 2 tbsp ghee
 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
 - ½ cup fried onions
 - ¼ cup chopped coriander leaves
 - ¼ cup chopped mint leaves
 - 8-10 cashews (fried)
 
Instructions:
Step 1: Cook the Wheat & Lentils
- Wash and soak the broken wheat and lentils for 2 hours.
 - In a large pot or pressure cooker, add the soaked wheat and lentils with 2 liters of water.
 - Cook until soft (if using a pressure cooker, cook for 6-8 whistles).
 
Step 2: Cook the Meat
- Heat 2 tbsp ghee or oil in a heavy-bottomed pan.
 - Add sliced onions and fry until golden brown.
 - Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until raw smell disappears.
 - Add chopped green chilies, turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, salt, and garam masala.
 - Add the meat and cook for 10-15 minutes until browned.
 - Add 2 cups of water, cover, and cook until the meat becomes tender (or pressure cook for 5-6 whistles).
 
Step 3: Blend & Mix
- Once the wheat mixture is soft, blend it using an immersion blender or mash it well with a spoon.
 - Shred the cooked meat and mix it into the wheat-lentil mixture.
 - Let it cook on low heat, stirring continuously, until it reaches a thick consistency.
 
Step 4: Final Touch
- In a separate pan, heat 2 tbsp ghee and fry cashews.
 - Pour the ghee and cashews over the Haleem.
 - Garnish with fried onions, lemon juice, coriander, and mint leaves.
 
Serving Suggestion:
Serve hot with naan or enjoy it as a wholesome meal on its own!
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