Mutton Haleem from India Restaurant, Kidderpore: Situated amidst the hustle and bustle of Kidderpore market is India Restaurant. Known primarily for its Kachchi Biryani, this almost five-decade-old establishment also serves around 800 to 1,000 plates of warm and spicy mutton haleem every day during the month of Ramazan. Hop in by 6pm before the cauldrons run dry. Rs 150 per plate

Subz Haleem with Khameeri Roti at Threesixtythree°, The Oberoi Grand: Part of their Grains of Earth menu, this vegetarian haleem has a mix of pearl millets and oats and is a healthy substitute for the regular haleem. Available only till May 30.  Rs 975-plus per plate

Mutton Hyderabadi Haleem at Afza Restaurant: This Jhowtala Road address serves a mean Mutton Hyderabadi Haleem which is a thick paste-like broth consisting of finely beaten mutton mixed into the wheat and dal-based gravy for a creamy finish. Rs 180 per plate

Beef Haleem at Shahi Halim Stall, outside Park Circus Maidan: If you want haleem all through the year, then this tiny stall outside Park Circus Maidan (near the starting point of the Ma flyover) is your spot. Savour a bowl of spicy haleem with beef chunks, topped with chopped coriander, brown onions and lemon. Rs 30 per plate

Shahi Chicken Haleem at Shiraz Golden Restaurant: This Mughlai food hub serves a neat chicken haleem if you’re someone who does not fancy red meat much. Tender pieces of boneless chicken are cooked in the haleem broth, and served piping hot. Rs 180-plus

Text: Zeba Akhtar
Pictures: B. Halder and Rashbehari Das