Sour Date Syrup Horizon, 450 g (300 ml)
Date syrup, also known as datlimes or date molasses, has been deeply rooted in Middle Eastern and North African cultures for thousands of years. Date syrup is an integral part of their cuisine. It is used to sweeten savoury dishes, desserts and drinks. Date syrup is also used as a natural alternative to refined sugar.
Advantages:
Nutritional value – date syrup is rich in essential minerals such as potassium, magnesium and iron. It is also a source of natural sugars, the main ones being glucose and fructose, which provide quick energy.
Digestion – This syrup is a source of fibre that supports digestion and can help with constipation.
Natural sweetener – unlike refined sugars, date syrup retains its natural vitamin and mineral properties.
Antioxidants – The syrup contains antioxidants such as flavonoids, carotenoids and phenolic acid derivatives, which can help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation in the body.
High in sugar, calories:
Although date syrup is a natural sugar, excessive consumption can cause problems such as weight gain or high blood sugar. Date syrup has a lower glycaemic index than refined sugar, but people with diabetes should still monitor their intake.
Usage:
Date batons – mix together chopped dates, sunflower seeds, oatmeal, cinnamon and date syrup. Press the mass into a mould, flatten and cut into pieces. Keep in the fridge until it sets and then you can eat it.
Date sweetener – add date syrup to taste to a cup of warm drink. Mix and enjoy the natural and delicious sweetness.
Date pudding – cook apples in the oven with cinnamon and a little date syrup until soft and juicy. Serve with vanilla ice cream.
Date cake – add date syrup instead of refined sugar to your biscuits or cakes for a natural sweetness and subtle date flavour.
Date syrup marinade – prepare a date syrup marinade by mixing it with oil, vinegar, garlic and herbs. Marinate vegetables before roasting or grilling to give them a slight sweetness and special flavour.
Date and nut snack – mix date syrup with Indian nut or almond cream and spread thinly on crackers or a slice of bread. Decorate with chopped nuts and seeds.
Children will love the flavoured porridge or pancakes with a little date syrup.
It’s important to remember that this syrup is quite sweet, so you should start with smaller amounts.
NB!
The information provided here should not be interpreted as a recommendation for treatment or other types of health problems.
We recommend that you make personal health decisions after evaluating various sources of information.
