Quick facts
- Origin
- Native to Iran.
- Taste
- A semi-dry date with a reddish-brown to dark brown color and an oval to elongated shape.
- Texture
- firm and chewy with a moderate moisture content
- Color
- and an oval to elongated shape
- Approx. price range
- Mid to premium depending on grade and season
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Approx. price range
Mid to premium depending on grade and season
Prices are approximate and vary by season, quality, and region. Ranges reflect typical Gulf market averages.
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What is Keraji Dates?
A semi-dry date with a reddish-brown to dark brown color and an oval to elongated shape.
Appearance & Taste
A semi-dry date with a reddish-brown to dark brown color and an oval to elongated shape. Medium in size. The texture is firm and chewy with a moderate moisture content. The flavor is sweet with a distinctive nutty quality, characteristic of dry date varieties. It is richer and more flavorful than many other dry dates.
Origin & Harvest
Native to Iran. It is a medium-early variety that ripens in mid-season. The fruit is known for its excellent keeping qualities.
Nutrition
A good source of dietary fiber and natural sugars. Provides essential minerals and energy. Its nutty flavor profile makes it a unique and nutritious snack.
Health & Tradition
The fiber content aids digestion. The natural sugars provide sustained energy. In Iran, it is valued as a wholesome, everyday date with a pleasant nutty taste.
Culinary Use
Best enjoyed as a snack on its own due to its firm, chewy texture and nutty flavor. Can also be used in baking and trail mixes. Its firmness makes it suitable for recipes requiring dates that hold their shape.
Cultural Significance
Keraji is a respected variety in Iran's rich date-growing heritage. It represents the diversity of Iranian date cultivars and is a testament to the country's long history of date cultivation.
FAQ
ما هو الكراجي؟+
تمر شبه جاف ذو لون بني محمر إلى بني غامق وشكل بيضوي إلى مستطيل.
من أين يأتي الكراجي؟+
موطنها الأصلي إيران.
كيف يُستخدم الكراجي؟+
الأفضل تناولها كوجبة خفيفة بمفردها بسبب قوامها الصلب والمطاطي ونكهتها الجوزية.
ما أهمية الكراجي ثقافياً؟+
يعتبر الكراجي صنفاً محترماً في التراث الغني لزراعة التمور في إيران.