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The Khadrawi is a rare Iran date known for its delightful sweetness and flavor.
Originating from Iraq, it is now cultivated in Iran and USA.
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If you want to learn more about this unique date, please refer to this informative page.
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What Are Khadrawi Dates?
Khadrawi or Khadrawy dates are a type of semi-dried dates with a light-brown color. Initially, it is orange-brown and then changes to a light brown. Its shape is like an egg.
Iran Khadrawy dates are less sweet than many other date varieties. This feature encourages many people to add Khadrawy dates to their daily diet.
Khadrawi is used in two ripeness stages: Khark and Rutab. It is also early in ripening.
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Where Do Khadrawy Dates Come From?
Khadrawi dates were first produced in Basra, Iraq. It is pronounced ‘ká-draw-ee in the Arabic language.
However, the Khadrawi date has become one of the famous dates produced in Southern parts of Iran, consumed in the local market, and exported to many countries.
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Fars and Khuzestan provinces are the popular Khadrawi date producers in Iran. In Khuzestan, Khadrawi is the second most commonly cultivated date variety.
Moreover, the Kermanshah and Bushehr Provinces are active in Khadrawi date cultivation.
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The following cities in Fars, Khuzestan, Bushehr, and Kermanshah Provinces produce Khadrawi date fruit.
- Ramhormoz (Khuzestan Province)
- Fasa (Fars Province)
- Kazeroun (Fars Province)
- Jahorm (Fars Province)
- Dashtestan (Bushehr Province)
- Qasr-e-Shirin (Kermanshah Province)
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Khadrawi Dates Information and Facts
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| Scientific Name | Phoenix Dactylifera |
| All Names | Khadrawi Khadrawy |
| Origin | Iraq Khuzestan, Fars, Bushehr, and Kermanshah Provinces in Iran |
| Category | Semi-dried |
| Moisture | Medium |
| Shape | Stout oval |
| Color | First, orange-brown Then, it changes to light-brown |
| Taste | Medium-sweet Caramel-flavor |
| Skin | Thin Wrinkled Paper-like |
| Flesh | Thick Soft Chewy Melting texture |
| Core | One core Oval Hard Completely separate from the flesh |
| Size | Medium to large |
| Harvest Time | Fall and early winter |
| Shelf Life | 18 months |
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What Is the Difference Between Medjool Dates and Khadrawy Dates?
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Khadrawi Date vs. Medjool Date
| Khadrawi Date | Medjool Date | |
| Origin | Originated from Morocco Now comes from The Middle East, USA, and North Africa | Originated from Morocco Now comes from the Middle East, USA, and North Africa |
| Category | Semi-dried | Semi-dried |
| Moisture | Higher moisture than Medjool | Less moisture than Medjool |
| Shape | Oval | Oval |
| Color | First, orange-brown Then, it changes to light-brown | Amber to reddish brown |
| Taste | Less sweet than Medjool Caramel-like Milder flavor than Medjool | Sweeter than Khadrawi Caramel-like |
| Skin | Thin Wrinkled | Thin Wrinkled |
| Flesh | Soft Fleshy Chewy Melting texture | Soft Fleshy Chewy Fibrous |
| Core | One core Oval Hard Completely separate from the flesh | One single core Oval Hard |
| Size | Medium to large | Large to very large (larger than the average date) |
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If you like to read a useful article about the differences between Khadrawi and Medjool dates, please click the following link.
(Determination of Some Physical Properties of Date Palm Fruits (Cv. Khadrawy and Medjool)
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Khadrawy – Good for Diabetic People!
Khadrawi date is sweet. In fact, all date varieties are sweet!
However, Khadrawy is less sweet than Medjool dates and many other types of dates.
Because of this, Khadrawi is a perfect choice for people who suffer from diabetes. Nevertheless, remember to consult with your doctor and then consume Khadrawy if you have diabetes.
If you want to import and purchase a medium-sweet date, then the Iran Khadrawy date may be perfect.
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Khadrawy Dates Nutrition Facts
Some significant Khadrawy date benefits:
- Rich in essential minerals (Zinc, Iron, etc.)
- Heart-healthy snack
- Sodium-free alternative
- Zero cholesterol content
- Fewer calories compared to sugar
- Rich in B vitamins (Niacin, Biotin, etc.)
- Packed with natural antioxidant
- A balanced mix of fructose and glucose
- A delightful, guilt-free sweet snack
- Excellent source of dietary fiber
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Khadrawy Dates Calories
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Khadrawy Dates Calories per 40g
| Calories | 113 |
| Total Fat | 0g |
| Saturated Fat | 0g |
| Cholesterol | 0mg |
| Sodium | 1mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g |
| Total Sugars | 25g |
| Protein | 1g |
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Khadrawy Dates – Where to Buy?
Khadrawy dates for sale are available in Amoot Iranian Trading Company. Amoot Company is a reliable and old Iran date supplier and exporter to local and international markets.
We gather Khadrawy dates from experienced farmers we have worked with since ten years ago. Our Iranian Khadrawy dates are high-quality with competitive prices.
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We store date fruits in advanced ref-warehouses to keep them fresh. Date shipping is via refrigerated 20ft and 40ft containers.
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Our Khadrawy dates are graded and double sorted with Amoot’s workers to supply the dates with similar sizes, colors, shapes, and ripeness stages.
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We can package Khadrawy dates in various small paperboard boxes or mother cartons. Plastic containers, flexible bags, or luxury metal tins are also available with your logo printed on them.
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Please message Amoot’s marketers if you are looking for premium-quality Khadrawi date or other Iran date varieties at the best prices.