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Date palms are called the 'tree of life' in the Middle East — they provide food (dates), material for building and weaving, and shade in desert environments.
Overview
· autumn · spices
Dates are sweet, chewy fruits from date palms, available fresh (rutab) or dried, deeply embedded in Middle Eastern, North African, and South Asian culinary and cultural traditions.
Origin
autumn
Season
Easy
Difficulty
spices
Category
Flavor Profile
Storage Tips
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 month; refrigerate for up to 6 months; freeze for up to 1 year.
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How to Cook with Dates
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Blend dates into smoothies or energy bars; stuff with goat cheese or nuts for an appetizer; use date paste as a natural sweetener in baking.
Substitutes
Prunes or dried figs (in baking), raisins (milder), or maple syrup (as liquid sweetener)
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Dates
Nutrition Highlights
calories
277 kcal per 100g
key_nutrients
Fiber, potassium, iron, magnesium, copper, antioxidant polyphenols
Quick Facts
Categoryspices
Origin
Seasonautumn
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
High in natural sugars with sustained energy; rich in fiber, potassium, and iron; antioxidant polyphenols; traditional food during Ramadan.
Dates Photos
6 photos showcasing Dates in its many forms
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Dates
spices
Origin
Seasonautumn
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
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