Red date (jujube) — small dried red Chinese dates, sweet with a faint apple-pear taste. In Chinese soups, teas, congee; mooncake filling.
Across cuisines
Red dates, also known as jujubes, are sweet fruits used in Chinese cuisine for their health benefits and natural sweetness. They are often used in soups, teas, and desserts. Red dates can be eaten fresh or dried, with the dried form being more commonly used in cooking.
