Best 3 Gulf Fresh Date Treat Recipes

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Welcome to the world of culinary delights! Are you craving a dessert that blends the sweetness of nature with the richness of tradition? Gulf fresh date treat is an exquisite delicacy that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you on a journey through the realm of date-based desserts, introducing you to a treasure trove of recipes that showcase the versatility and delectable flavors of this Middle Eastern gem. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will elevate your dessert game to new heights.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GULF COAST RED SNAPPER



Gulf Coast Red Snapper image

Fish marinated in a garlic, lemon sauce topped with tomatoes. Don't bother measuring; you can eyeball this one. Wonderful!

Provided by Shaz

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

cooking spray
5 tablespoons bacon grease
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon brown sugar
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
2 pounds red snapper fillets
2 cups stewed tomatoes
2 onions, chopped
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Combine bacon fat, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, brown sugar, and thyme together in a bowl. Spread a small amount of the bacon fat mixture in bottom of baking dish. Lay snapper fillets into baking dish; cover with remaining bacon fat mixture. Cover baking dish with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Remove plastic wrap from baking dish; add tomatoes, onions, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Bake in preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, 40 to 60 minutes. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Cholesterol 41.7 mg, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 286.4 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

GULF FRESH DATE TREAT



Gulf Fresh Date Treat image

Make and share this Gulf Fresh Date Treat recipe from Food.com.

Provided by UmmBinat

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 5m

Yield 4-24 stuffed date halves, 1-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

fresh dates, pitted and sliced in half (or soft dried whole dates)
puck cream cheese spread (not regular cream cheese, it's creamier, softer and tastier, found in Arab shops though Danish)

Steps:

  • Pit and separate dates into halves.
  • Spread a little Puck cream cheese spread in the indent.
  • Enjoy with tea or Arabic coffee!

Nutrition Facts :

BEDOUIN FRESH DATE SWEET (RANGINA) (GLUTEN FREE)



Bedouin Fresh Date Sweet (Rangina) (Gluten Free) image

A simple delicious Gulf Arabian sweet. perfect with coffee or tea. Dates have always been of prime importance to survival in the desert. They are an ideal food, relatively cheap, easy to transport, and provide excellent nutrition. Recipe modified from The Complete Middle East Cookbook by Tess Mallos. Edit: This has been revised March 15, 2010 I don't use measuring spoons & cups so my guess of butter was off and has being corrected.

Provided by UmmBinat

Categories     Candy

Time 17m

Yield 1 serving, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

7 fresh dates (depending on size, I have used sweetened al-noor dates of Tunisia which are normally soaked in corn )
4 1/2 tablespoons butter (a guess, please add as needed to a consistency of a thick sauce)
3 1/2 tablespoons finely ground rice flour or 3 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 dashes freshly ground cardamom

Steps:

  • Remove pits from the dates and arrange on small plate.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan and stir in the flour.
  • Cook over medium heat stirring constantly, until the flour turns a light- medium golden brown.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the cardamom.
  • Allow to cool slightly, stirring occasionally.
  • While still pretty warm pour over the dates and allow to cool to room temperature before serving.
  • Serve with coffee, or tea if preferred.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 725.5, Fat 52.5, SaturatedFat 33, Cholesterol 137.4, Sodium 457.3, Carbohydrate 65.2, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 31.6, Protein 3.8

Tips:

  • When selecting dates, choose plump and soft ones with no signs of mold or blemishes.
  • To easily pit dates, make a lengthwise slit down the center and remove the pit.
  • If your dates are dry, soak them in warm water for 10-15 minutes before using.
  • For a richer flavor, toast the nuts before adding them to the recipe.
  • Feel free to experiment with different types of nuts, seeds, and dried fruits in your date treats.
  • Store date treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Date treats are a delicious and nutritious snack or dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. With their high fiber and antioxidant content, dates offer a variety of health benefits, making them a great choice for a healthy snack. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, reach for a date treat instead of a candy bar or other processed snack. Your body will thank you!

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