{"product_id":"madina-ajwa-date-paste","title":"Madina Ajwa Date Paste","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMadina Ajwa Date Paste\u003c\/strong\u003e is a smooth, dark, spoonable paste made from \u003cstrong\u003eAjwa dates\u003c\/strong\u003e – the small, dark, soft date variety grown in and around Madinah and prized across the Muslim world. Deep, caramel-like and naturally sweet, it is Ajwa in its most convenient form: no stones, no chopping, ready for the spoon, the toast or the mixing bowl. Choose \u003cstrong\u003ePlain\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ewith Black Seed\u003c\/strong\u003e (Nigella sativa) or \u003cstrong\u003ewith Cardamom \u0026amp; Cloves\u003c\/strong\u003e, in a \u003cstrong\u003e250g pot\u003c\/strong\u003e or a \u003cstrong\u003e700g pack\u003c\/strong\u003e, from the options above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake a spoonful at suhoor, iftar or breakfast, spread it on toast, flatbread or crackers, stir it into warm milk for a date drink, blend it into smoothies and shakes, swirl it through porridge and yoghurt, roll it into energy balls, or use it to fill maamoul and sweeten your baking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose your flavour and size\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlavour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMade with\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTaste \u0026amp; good for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAjwa dates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePure Ajwa – deep, caramel-like and naturally sweet; the all-rounder for the spoon, toast, milk and baking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlack Seed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAjwa dates \u0026amp; black seed (Nigella sativa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe classic pairing – nutty, lightly peppery black seed (kalonji \/ habbatus sauda) through the sweet date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCardamom \u0026amp; Cloves\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAjwa dates, cardamom \u0026amp; cloves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm and fragrant, like Gulf and South Asian sweets – lovely with milk, tea and in baking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250g pot or 700g pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery flavour comes in both sizes – the 700g is the better price per 100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Date paste is a natural product, so its colour, thickness and sweetness vary slightly from batch to batch; the black seed and spice blends also vary a little in strength.\u003ch2\u003eWays to use Ajwa date paste\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBy the spoon\u003c\/strong\u003e – A teaspoon or two at suhoor, iftar or breakfast – straight from the pot, or stirred into a glass of warm milk or water for a quick date drink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread\u003c\/strong\u003e – Spread it on toast, flatbread, crackers or rice cakes, on its own or with butter, tahini or nut butter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmoothies \u0026amp; shakes\u003c\/strong\u003e – Blend a spoonful with milk, banana and oats for a date shake, or add it to any smoothie to sweeten it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreakfast\u003c\/strong\u003e – Swirl it through porridge, overnight oats or yoghurt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy balls \u0026amp; baking\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mix with oats, ground nuts, seeds and cocoa and roll into balls, or use it as a maamoul and date-cookie filling, and to sweeten cakes and flapjacks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGifting\u003c\/strong\u003e – The 250g pots make a thoughtful Ramadan, Eid or Hajj\/Umrah return gift alongside Ajwa dates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo loosen\u003c\/strong\u003e – Date paste is thick. For a spreadable or pourable consistency, stir in a little warm water or milk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Ajwa date paste?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA smooth paste made from Ajwa dates – the small, dark, soft date variety grown around Madinah. It is Ajwa with the stones removed and the flesh worked into a spoonable paste, so it is ready to eat, spread, stir into drinks or bake with.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich flavour should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlain gives the pure Ajwa taste. Black Seed adds the nutty, lightly peppery note of Nigella sativa (kalonji \/ habbatus sauda) – the classic pairing with Ajwa. Cardamom \u0026amp; Cloves is warm and fragrant, like Gulf and South Asian sweets. If in doubt, Plain is the all-rounder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it contain added sugar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand lists Ajwa dates as the ingredient of the plain paste, with just black seed or cardamom and cloves added in the blends – the sweetness comes from the dates. Dates naturally contain sugars. Please check the pack label for the definitive ingredients list.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePot or pack?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 250g comes in a pot with a lid that is easy to spoon from and reseal. The 700g is a larger pack for families and regular use – the better value per 100g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store it after opening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Once opened, keep the lid on (or wrap the pack tightly) and use within a few weeks; keeping it in the fridge keeps it fresher for longer, and it can also be frozen in portions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it the same as whole Ajwa dates?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is made from Ajwa dates, in paste form. Whole Madina Ajwa dates and Madina Ajwa seed powder are also in our shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the best before date?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is printed on the pack. If you need a particular date, please contact us before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it delivered?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTracked UK delivery – free on orders over £45. 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