Ranginak dessert is a beloved sweet found throughout southern Iran, from Kerman and Fars to Bushehr, Hormozgan, and Khuzestan. It holds a special place among the various delicacies of the region. In the beautiful and abundant tables of the south, where fish often plays a significant role and is considered to have a cold nature according to traditional Iranian medicine, Ranginak brings warmth. Its warm properties help balance the body's temperament, preventing lethargy and illness, while its sweetness provides a boost of energy.
Ingredients of Ranginak
Ranginak can be likened to halva or kashk made from flour and oil, sometimes enhanced with spices like cinnamon for added flavor. This mixture is poured over dates. Occasionally, the pit of the date is removed, and a piece of walnut is placed inside to enhance its quality.
Ranginak recipe
1. Start by toasting wheat flour in a pan until it changes color slightly and loses its raw smell. At this point, add oil and, if desired, a bit of butter.
2. Pour the resulting mixture over the dates.
3. Sprinkle a little cinnamon powder on top.
4. If you like, you can place a piece of walnut inside the date.
5. You can also decorate Ranginak with pistachio powder, coconut, or walnut on top.
Ranginak has a special place on the tables of the southern people, and if you are their guest, you will definitely get to taste it. With a flavor reminiscent of halva, Ranginak's sweetness comes from dates instead of sugar syrup. We look forward to welcoming you to Iran, the south, and the beautiful southern table!
