Barhi dates recipes

 Barhi dates are soft dates that have a caramel bar-like ready to get their rich sweetness and creamy taste, both sweet and savory. So versatile are these Dates that they can be used in a variety of kitchen dishes-sweet and savory. Here are eight delicious Barhi dates recipes:

Barhi Date and Coconut Bliss Balls

These are naturally sweet, no-bake snacks.

Ingredients

1cup Barhi dates (pitted)
½ cup shredded coconut (plus extra for rolling)
¼ cup almonds or cashews
1 tablespoon coconut oil

Method

Blend Barhi dates with nuts, coconut, and oil in a food processor until it is smooth.
Roll into bite-size balls and then toss them in shredded coconut to coat.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Stuffed Barhi Dates with Goat Cheese

Sweet and creamy appetizer.

Ingredients

12 Barhi dates (pitted)
One 4 oz goat cheese
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons chopped pistachios (if desired)

Method

Slice dates open and stuff each with a good spoonful of goat cheese. Drizzle honey over, and sprinkle with pistachios.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Barhi Date and Walnut Cake

Moist, rich cake best served for dessert.

Ingredients

1 cup Barhi dates (pitted and chopped)
1 cup hot water
1½ cups flour
1 tsp baking soda
½ cup sugar
½ cup butter (melted)
2 eggs
½ cup walnuts (chopped)

Method

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Soak chopped dates in the hot water for 10 minutes. Mix dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in a 2nd bowl. Combine both and fold in walnuts.
Pour into a greased pan and bake for 35 to 40 minutes.

Barhi Date Smoothies

Energy-filled creamy drink.

Ingredients

5 Barhi dates (pitted)
1 banana
1 cup milk/almond milk
½ tsp cinnamon

Method

Blend everything till smooth and creamy.
Serve chilled.

Barhi Date and Chicken Curry

Sweet and savory curry.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken (cubed)
1 onion (chopped)
1 cup coconut milk
8 Barhi dates (pitted and halved)
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon olive oil

Method

Lightly fry onion in oil until soft. Add chicken and curry powder, and let it cook until browned.
Pour in the coconut milk and add the Barhi dates. Simmer for 20 minutes, until tender.

Barhi Date and Yogurt Parfait

Healthy either as breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

6 Barhi dates (chopped)
1 cup Greek yogurt
¼ cup granola
1 tbsp honey

Method

Layer yogurt, chopped dates, and granola in a glass.
Drizzle with honey and serve immediately.

Barhi Dates and Roasted Vegetable Salad

Sweet and savory salad with layers of flavor.

Ingredients

1 cup Barhi dates (pitted and halved)
2 cups roasted vegetables (carrots, sweet potatoes, or beets)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Toss roasted vegetables and Barhi dates.
Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
Serve with salt and pepper.

Barhi Date and Chocolate Bark

An easy and rich treat.

Ingredients

1 cup dark chocolate (melted)
6 Barhi dates (chopped)
¼ cup almonds (chopped)
Sea salt (optional)

Method

Spread melted chocolate thinly over a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Sprinkle with chopped dates, almonds, and sea salt.
Refrigerate for 1 hour and then break into pieces.