Piarom Dates (Maryami Dates) is another Iranian semi-dried dates fruit. Piarom are grown organically and there is no chemicals in the process. Piarom grows in Hajiabad city of Hormozgan province in southern city of Iran. it’s color is black-Brown and size’s is from 3-5 Cm.
Maryami dates or chocolate dates is known as Piarom dates are perhaps one of the most delicious semi-dried varieties of dates in the world. The dates are unique in taste and appearance and are considered one of the most expensive dates in local market in Iran.
It is the most costly variety of dates in the world, like Medjool Dates. The moisture of Piarom dates is under 15 % that can be kept at room temperature for more than 1 year.
It is fleshy and Semi-Dry containing of 15% moisture. These are usually harvested in October at the beginning of autumn and continues till the end of November. With dark brown color, Piarom has thin skin, low sugar content. For this reason it is not at all harmful for the diabetic people.
Piarom date is widely considered the most delicious of all semi-dry date varieties. Piarom Date is replete with protein and other mineral substances and has high-quality nutritious value. It has fiber that is very beneficial for the digestive system. Piarom is also a rich source of potassium that is so necessary for preventing high blood pressure and strengthens the nerves. Moreover, the date has a high amount of magnesium that is effective for muscles.
If you are craving for something sweet, crispy outside and soft inside, why don’t you try dates instead of stuffing your stomach with the high-calorie snacks or unhealthy desserts? This dark fruit has been known from very long time ago for the rich nutritional content and great health benefits.
Studies shows that there is no reason for not eating dates daily because they are packed with a huge list of nutrition, Dates are a good source of various vitamins and minerals. It’s also a good source of energy, sugar and fiber. Essential minerals such as calcium, iron, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, magnesium and zinc can be found in dates. It also contains vitamins such as thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folate, vitamin A and vitamin K.
Piarom is eaten as it is or may be seeded and stuffed, or chopped and used in a great variety of ways: on cereal, in puddings, bread, cakes, cookies, ice cream or candy bars.
According to the archaeological evidences, the palm planting in Iran near the former Shoosh at the time of slami civilization was prevalent about 6000 years, and the date has been well known. At the time of Sassanid era, date palm was found abundantly in the southern areas of Iran. Number of date varieties in the World mentioned 4000 , that the number of varieties in different regions of Iran is around 400 varieties of dates .Differences Have been in terms of size, type, color, water, sugar levels, shapes and sizes and depends on the type of soil, water, air and moisture in cultivation. The date production of each region and the main figures of exports are important. Some of date figures such as Shahani, Mazafati, and Kabkab are very good and are the best qualities of dates in the world.
Piarom dates are rich of nutrition and contain minerals (potassium, magnesium, protein and etc.),
Vitamins (like vitamin A, vitamin B complex, vitamin C and etc.) and sugars (like fructose and etc.).
Fruit Calories are made up of mostly simple carbohydrates, some proteins, and very little fat. 100 grams of dried- date Piarom has about 300 calories and is composed of about 70% carbohydrates, 2.2% protein, 0.6% fat while fresh dates Piarom contain about 160 calories.
