DRY DATES (KHARIK)
Kharik is known in English as dried dates or dry
dates.
It is the sun-dried fruit of the date palm tree, characterized by a hardened, wrinkly outer skin and a chewy, sweet interior. It is distinct from soft dates (khajur) because it is fully dehydrated.
Key Details About Kharik:
- Alternative Names: In Hindi, it is also referred to as Chhuhara.
- Common Uses: Often eaten as a snack, added to desserts like
kheer and halwa, or used to make powders (Kharik powder).
- Health Benefits: Known to be a good source of fibre, iron, and
energy, and often used to aid in iron deficiency.
- Cultural Use: Frequently used in India during festivals and in
religious ceremonies as a sacred offering
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