Perfect for Ramadan. Dates Milkshake - Susu Kurma

Ramadan and Dates are almost inseparable.

Dates are rich in calcium, iron, several vitamins and minerals. It is also full of fiber. I believe all the above are enough reasons as to why we are encourage to consume dates during fasting.

Every Ramadan, I would prepare Dates milkshake often. We drink a lot of milk during this month; I always joked to mom that we should consider purchasing a cow just for Ramadan! :p
Anyways, this milkshake is simply delicious.Decadent and loaded with the goodness of dates! The recipe is really versatile and there is so many variations. You can either

- Just blend a couple of dates with a glass of milk and 1/4 cup of water. (For soft dates)

- Boil/soak a couple of dates in 1/3 cup of water, blend with a cup of milk (Perfect for harder, drier dates)

I usually do it this way...

Ingredients:
15-20 soft dates
1L fresh milk/low fat milk (Use full cream or skimmed milk by all means)
3/4 cup to 1 cup water

Method:
Soak dates in water for about 20 minutes.
In a blender, add dates along with the water plus milk.
Blend till fine.
If you prefer a smoother milkshake, strain the milkshake.
I personally prefer the milkshake with the bits of dates. So full of Fiber! :)

Notes:

*If you prefer a sweeter milkshake, just add some sugar or honey while blending.
*Alternatively, if you do not have a blender, just soak the dates 1st, mash it up and add the milk. Strain.