This item
Firm golden Zahidi dates for chutneys, cakes and energy laddoos.
The orchard story
Zahidi Cooking Dates is sourced from Iraq & Iran date belts. We buy lots the way a dry-fruit house should: by kernel size, oil bloom and moisture — never as a generic snack mix, never as a fruit salad or beverage.
Taste, texture & grade
Honeyed, less sticky, holds shape when chopped. Every bag is cup-tasted against the previous harvest so the crunch you remember stays the crunch you receive.
How we handle it
Pitted on request lots, moisture-checked, bulk-then-retail packed. Finished packs are nitrogen flushed and heat-sealed so essential oils do not turn. No bleaching, no chocolate coat, no syrup bath.
Store & serve
Chop into cakes, stuffed parathas, or date syrup. After opening, keep the pouch rolled tight in a cool cupboard or the refrigerator. Avoid the kitchen steam zone.
Nutrition highlights (typical per 100g)
| Nutrient | Value | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 480–650 kcal | Dense orchard fuel, not empty sugar |
| Plant protein | 8–22 g | Satiety from the nut itself |
| Healthy fats | 0.5–55 g | Natural oils in nuts; dates stay leaner |
| Dietary fibre | 7–12 g | Slow energy, better digestion |
| Minerals | Mg, K, Se* | Varies by origin lot (*Brazil nuts especially) |
Storage advice: Cool, dry, airtight. Finish opened packs within 30 days for peak crunch.
