Ranking the 10 best types of dates in the world Ranking the 10 best types of dates in the world Ranking the 10 best types of dates in the world Ranking the 10 best types of dates in the world Safawi Saudi dates Safawi is a traditional Saudi date variety that originated in the Medina region. These wrinkled dates have a deep black color and are medium to large in size. The texture is soft, moist and chewy, while the flavor is sweet. The Safawi palm tree is known for its high productivity. Therefore, Safawi dates are more commercially available than most other varieties (all year round). Algerian Fa9ous Dates Al-Thawri dates are a type of Algerian date that are hard, dry and chewy, with a patty-like texture. This is why they are nicknamed “bread dates”. Since these dates are very dry and have an external hardness, they keep for a long time and are a suitable snack for outdoor activities. They are often used in baking. In addition, Al-Thawri dates have a nutty taste and are also known as bull dates. Iranian Piarom Dates Piarom dates are a variety grown and harvested primarily in the Hormozgan province of Iran. They are prized for their unique caramel-like flavor, fleshy layer, sweet taste, dark brown color, and high nutritional value. They are also considered one of the most luxurious varieties, and are often called “chocolate dates.” Piarom dates are mostly consumed fresh on their own, as a snack, or with nuts and cheese. But they can also be part of various regional desserts, puddings, and porridges. Iraqi Halawi Dates Halawi dates are a common variety of dates, first cultivated in the deserts of modern-day Iraq. They are medium-sized, elongated and oval, have a deep amber color, and a flavor similar to buttery caramel. They have a soft texture, and a pronounced but not overwhelming sweetness (their name translates to “sweet” in Arabic). Like all other varieties, Halawi dates are rich in fiber, antioxidants, and minerals. such as potassium, magnesium, and calcium. They are mostly consumed fresh and fully ripe. Iraqi Barhi Dates Barhi dates are a type of date fruit from Iraq. Small, round to oval, with curved, blunt edges. They are considered the sweetest type of date and can be eaten at all stages of ripeness: yellow and semi-ripe, fully ripe or wet. and dried, wrinkled, dark brown or tamar. Semi-ripe Barhi dates are sweet, slightly astringent and crunchy. They are eaten fresh and are only available for a few weeks in August and September. In markets in selected dry and hot climates. As Barhi dates ripen and turn amber and brown, they become drier, stickier and creamier and are now classified as Rutab and Tamr. They are used to make jams, pastes, shakes and desserts. The name comes from the Arabic word barah, which translates to hot wind. Which was appropriately chosen because the hot winds that blow through Basra, Iraq, help the dates ripen. Iranian Mazafati Dates Mazafati dates are a well-known Iranian variety, highly prized for their sweet, delicate flavour and soft, chewy texture. They are primarily grown in the southern regions of Iran, with the Bam region being the largest producer and exporter. Madhavi dates are medium-sized, dark in color, and are mostly eaten fresh. Either on their own as a snack or with nuts, cheese, oatmeal, and yogurt. Saudi Ajwa Dates Ajwa is a popular variety of dates that originated in Medina, Saudi Arabia. The color of these dates is dark brown, almost black. The texture is dry and soft, while the flavors are similar to cinnamon, caramel, and honey. Dates are loaded with protein, dietary fiber, healthy fats, and vitamins such as A, B6, C, E, and K. During and after pregnancy, consuming Ajwa dates improves the blood circulation of mothers and babies. Iraqi Zahidi Dates Zahidi dates are a type of palm date from Iraq that are medium-sized, round, and golden in color. With a sweet, nutty flavor similar to caramel. These dates are drier, and when compared to other dates, they are less sweet. While the sugar in dates is sucrose, not fructose. Because they ship well, Zahidi dates are widely exported. Medjool Dates Coming in second place are Medjool dates, which were first cultivated in the Moroccan oasis of Talifalt. They are now mainly grown in the Middle East and North Africa. The flavor can be described as caramel-like, the texture is chewy, and they are full of fiber, potassium, and antioxidants. Medjool dates can be eaten on their own (fresh or dried) but can also be part of a variety of regional recipes. From porridge and desserts to stews, tagines, and pilafs. Deglet Nour Dates Algerian “Deglet Nour” dates have taken the top spot in the list of the best dates, having been ranked by TasteAtlas as the best date in the world. The website noted in its ranking of Deglet Nour as one of the most popular date varieties consumed across the entire North African region. It said they are small, honey-colored, have a translucent skin, and a sweet, nutty, caramel-like flavor. “It can be eas