Khodari is a well-known Saudi date variety with high quality, popular for daily consumption. It has a dark purplish-black color, an elongated oval shape, and a medium-to-large size. The flesh is firm and full.

Features

• Sweet, balanced flavor—not overly sweet like Sukary.
  
  

• Firm but tender texture, easy to chew.
  
  

Health Benefits

• Excellent natural source of energy and fiber for digestive regulation.
  
  

• Rich in essential minerals that support overall health.
  
  

• Helps prevent anemia due to its good iron content.
  
  

Common Uses

• Eaten as a nutritious daily snack.
  
  

• Commonly used in traditional Arabic dishes and desserts.
  
  

Suggested Recipes

1— Thareed (Marqooq) with Khodari Dates

Ingredients:
Ragag bread – meat or chicken in vegetable broth – Khodari dates.
Method:
Add dates to the broth while cooking for natural sweetness and deeper flavor.
Serve by layering roqaaq with broth and meat.

2— Khodari Date Dessert with Cream

Ingredients:
Mashed pitted Khodari dates – cream – nuts (optional).
Method:
Heat dates with a small spoon of butter, spread in a dish, top with cream, and garnish with nuts.
 A quick, energy-rich dessert.