Description

Majdool Dates – Dubai Nuts

Medjool dates are large, sweet, and soft varieties of dates, often called the “king of dates,” known for their rich, caramel-like flavor and chewy texture, originating from Morocco but grown globally, popular as a healthy snack or sugar substitute, and available fresh or dried, typically in the produce section.

Majdool Dates – Soft delicious full of fibre premium dates.

Characteristics:
Appearance: Large, with reddish-brown skin and amber flesh.
Texture: Soft, moist, and plump, often described as melting in your mouth.
Flavor: Intensely sweet, with natural caramel notes, becoming sweeter as they dry.

Origin & Cultivation:
Origin: Native to Morocco, also known as ‘Majhool’ (meaning ‘Unknown’).
Global Cultivation: Grown in the Middle East, North Africa, the US (California, Arizona), and other warm regions.
History: Brought to the US in the 1920s to save the variety from disease, notes Natural Delights.

Uses & Benefits:
Snacking: Enjoyed plain as a healthy, natural treat.
Sweetener: Can be blended into a paste to replace sugar in recipes.
Versatility: Added to smoothies, sauces, desserts, energy balls, or stuffed with nuts, cheese, or grains.
Nutrition: A good source of potassium, fiber, and antioxidants, while being naturally low in fat, sodium, and cholesterol.

How to Enjoy & Store
Fresh vs. Dried: Often sold fresh (like a fruit) or dried; they are not chemically dried but are harvested and packaged.
Pitting: If they have pits, slice them open and remove the pit before eating.
Storage: Best kept chilled in a sealed container in the refrigerator or pantry to maintain freshness and moisture.