An important traditional crop in Iraq, Arabia, and North Africa – Dates are cultivated for its edible sweet fruit. Dates have been a staple food of the Middle East and the Indus Valley for thousands of years. Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Iran, and Iraq are the leading date-producing and exporting countries. You can tell whether or not dates are dried based on their appearance. A wrinkled skin indicates they are dried, whereas a smooth skin indicates freshness.
- Benefits of eating Dates.
- Dates contain several vitamins and minerals, in addition to fibre and antioxidants.
- Since dates are high in fibre, it may be beneficial for preventing constipation and controlling blood sugar.
- Dates may be helpful for lowering inflammation and preventing plaques from forming in the brain, which is important for preventing Alzheimer’s disease.
- Dates are a healthy alternative to sugar.
- Dates also contain iron, which is highly recommended for those who suffer from iron deficiency. Plus it's great for blood purification as well.
- Date Facts!!!
- Date fruits stones are used for making soap and even eyeliners.
- For pollinations female and male date trees are needed.
- Its leaves are used to make baskets, carpets, fans and even trays. The trunk can be used as a frame for tents and for making furniture. Its fibre is good for ropes, fish traps, brushes and filling mattresses and pillows.
- Correctly stocked date fruits can last for several years.
- About 3% of the earth’s farmland is covered by date palms, producing four million tons a year.
- Date Delicacies
- 2 cups Tassyam Jordan/Fard Dates
- 2 ripe bananas or 2 tbsp Tassyam Banana Powder
- One cup milk/almond milk
- 2 tsp Tassyam Chia Seeds (Soaked)
- ½ tsp Tassyam Cinnamon (powdered)
- ½ tsp Tassyam Cardamom (powdered)
- A pinch of Tassyam Pink Himalayan Rock Salt
In order to reap all the benefits of dates, you need to have the best quality dates. Tassyam brings to you dates which are of supreme quality and is 100 % natural. We do not add anything extra to our product because the team at Tassyam believes in keeping everything natural in order for you to have the best experience.
1. Date banana smoothie
What will you need:
What to do:
- Add all the ingredients in a blender and blend well.
- Pour it in a tall glass and add 2-3 ice cubes if needed!
- This smoothie is a quick fix for your morning energy pack or if you are on the go and want to fill your stomach with something that is yummy , healthy and fulfilling!
2. Dates Halwa
What will you need:
- Tassyam Jordan/Fard Dates (350 grams)
- Mawa/khoya or milk solids (200-250 grams)
- 2-3 tsp ghee( clarified butter)
- Tassyam assorted nuts (chopped)
What to do:
- Finely chop and blend the dates in a blender. You may use milk to blend in the dates.
- Now, heat the pan. Add ghee, mawa and dates. Mix it and cook it until its blended well.
- You will notices that the mixture comes together and starts leaving the edges of the pan.
- Remove it out on a tray and set it.
- Add Tassyam’s assorted nuts.
- Let it cool.
- De mould it and cut into desired shapes or simply spoon it out in a bowl.
- Your date halwa is ready to be indulged in!!
3. Nuts and Date Ladoos
What will you need:
- 1 pack of Tassyam Jordan/Fard dates
- Tassyam assorted berries and nuts of your choice
What to do:
- Microwave the dates for 15 seconds. Mash with your fingers into a smooth paste.
- Coarsely powder the nuts and add it into the date paste.
- Mix well and you will notice that it has become doughy.
- Shape it into even sized balls and you are good to go.
- Nuts and Date ladoos are perfect when you crave for junk or sugary substitutes. Nuts and Dates are not only healthy but keep you full for a longer time.