Description
Dates (Kharjuram / Khajoor) Description:
Dates are the sweet fruits of the date palm tree (Phoenix dactylifera), widely grown in the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of India. They are oval-shaped, brown to dark reddish-brown in color, with a sticky texture and a naturally sweet taste.
Key Features:
Taste: Naturally sweet and rich, like caramel or honey.
Texture: Chewy and soft (some are dry varieties).
Seed: One long seed in the center.
Types of Dates:
Medjool – Large, soft, and very sweet.
Deglet Noor – Firmer and semi-dry.
Ajwa – Soft, dark, and religiously significant in Islam.
Barhi, Zahidi, Halawy – Other popular varieties.
Health Benefits:
High in natural sugars like glucose, fructose, and sucrose.
Rich in fiber, iron, potassium, magnesium, and antioxidants.
Helps boost energy, improve digestion, and support heart health.
Common Uses:
Eaten as a snack or dessert.
Used in sweets, shakes, laddus, and chutneys.
Added to cereals, salads, or stuffed with nuts for a healthy snack.
Often eaten during Ramadan to break the fast.
