Haleem is a kind of stew made with mutton. It is mainly eaten at Iftar during the Holy month of Ramadan because it keeps those who are fasting satiated for a long time. Earlier called Harees, the first recipe for Haleem is mentioned in a 10th century text. Haleem was originally an Arabic dish and was brought to Hyderabad via Iran and Afghanistan during the reign of the Mughals. A blend of local spices and ingredients made it different from the original and it came to be known as Hyderabadi haleem. Pure ghee is used when making haleem. The dish is rich in protein due to the presence of lentils and also in carbohydrates. It is excellent for replenishing energy and also helps in building muscle. Traditionally prepared in brick ovens, haleem is slow cooked for hours and that gives the dish its tenderness. Besides Ramadan, haleem is also eaten as street food and more recently, fine dining restaurants have added it to their menus.