YOGYAKARTA - Dates are always sought after by many Indonesians when they approach Ramadan or the fasting month. This sweet-flavored fruit is often used as a snack to break the fast or at dawn. There are many varieties of dates that are sold in the market and can be chosen according to taste. It's interesting to see what types of best dates are in the world.
There are as many as 37 countries known as date palm producers. As of 2021, Egypt is ranked first as the largest date producing country in the world. Each date-producing country has its own varieties or types of superior dates.
Each variety of dates has different peculiarities, ranging from color, taste, to shape. So what types of the best dates in the world are sold at quite expensive prices?
Dates are the fruit that is popular with many people because they contain various nutrients. In dates contain selenium, copper, manganese, and magnesium. These various nutrients are beneficial for the health of the body. In addition, there are several varieties of dates that are known as the best dates.
Here are some types of the best dates in the world that are hunted by many people:
One of the best types of dates that many people target is Medjool. This date was first cultivated in Talifalt, Morocco. This type of dates are widely grown in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Israel is the main producer and exporter of this type of date.
This date has a distinctive and delicious taste similar toarty. This type of date also has a more chewy texture so that it is in great demand. In addition, this fruit is also known to be rich in fiber, potassium, and antioxidants. Not only sweeter, this date is also larger than other varieties.
Deglet Nour is also the best type of dates in the world. This slightly smaller sized date comes from Algeria. This type of dates is widely consumed in the North African region. This date is slightly yellowish and the color of the meat is almost clear.
The Deglet Nour Date offers a sweet taste, but there is a little spicy. This date has a texture like barbaric. This type of dates are widely cultivated in Israel and the United States. Nour Deglet is not only used as a snack, but is also often used as a mixture of salads and pastries.
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Another type of best quality dates is Mazafati dates. This Iranian-based Kurma is already very well known for its sweet, soft, and chewy taste. Mazafati dates are widely grown in southern Iran, with the Bam region being the largest producer and exporter.
The Mazafati Date is medium and dark. This date is often consumed in fresh conditions. This date is suitable for eating as a snack or combined with nuts, cheese, yogurt, and oatmeal.
The Siwa Date is also among the best dates in the world. This type of dates comes from Western Egypt, where for 3,000 years farmers in Oasis Siwa used water in the desert to plant their trees. There are three most important varieties of this type of dates, namely Siwi, Azzawi, and Frehi. In addition, there are three varieties produced in small amounts and close to extinction such as Takdat, Ghazaal, and Amnzou.
The Ajwa Date comes from Medina, Saudi Arabia and is a well-known variety of dates. This date has dark brown to almost black colors. This date texture is slightly dry, soft, and chewy. In terms of taste, this date feels like a plum and sweet with a little sweet wood, honey, and fire.
The Ajwa Date is known to be rich in protein, fiber, healthy fat, and vitamins such as A, C, B6 E, and K. This date fruit is recommended for consumption during and after a useful pregnancy to increase the circulation of the mother's and baby's blood.
Those are some of the best types of dates in the world that are famous for their distinctive taste and good nutritional content for health. Also read how much the limit for eating dates per day is.
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