Dates
Description
Not all dates are created equal – you know, we know it. So if you’ve been searching for one that is extra thick, juicy, and full of flavour, look no further. We’ve done our homework and have found just the package for you. With four different varieties, this very special selection by NaraFood ranges in flavour from spicy-aromatic to raisin-sweet and mild and cinnamony: Ajwa, Wanan, Khidri and Kholas.
All of the dates are semi-dry, meaning that they were harvested just on the cusp of ripeness, so be sure to keep them refrigerated.
With its deep black skin, Ajwa is the most visually striking component of our little date quartet. It also stands out from the others in terms of taste, because it is not actually that sweet and has a very aromatic spiciness. Ajwa organic dates come from nutrient-rich volcanic fields near Al-Medina – Islam’s holiest place second only to Mecca. Traditionally, during Ramadan, the daily fast is broken with a glass of water and three Ajwa dates.
The Wanan date is also comparatively dark, but on the bigger and fleshier side. Pleasantly mild in taste, it has delicate notes of cinnamon and cocoa. Wanan organic dates are long, cone-shaped and still not particularly well known outside the Arab world. They’re great to have as is, but do consider trying them stuffed, for example with walnuts, candied ginger or goat cheese.
400g packet
100% fresh dates
| calories | 1278 kJ / 306 kcal |
| total fat | 0,6 g |
| saturated fat | 0,3 g |
| total carbohydrates | 76 g |
| total sugars | 66 g |
| protein | 1,7 g |
| sodium | 0,1 g |
