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How to Make Dukkah

Learn how to make Dukkah (pronounced DOO-kah), and discover a new way to add texture and flavor to your dishes. This Egyptian nut-and-seed blend can be salty, sweet, or spicy depending on how you make it. Try my base blend or mix in countless other ingredients from my list of suggestions. Use Dukkah as a topping, garnish, or even a healthy snack mix!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 8 (2 tablespoon) servings
Calories 58kcal

Ingredients

For basic dukkah:

For spicy hazelnut and fennel dukkah:

For sweet cashew and coconut dukkah:

For sunny almond and lemon dukkah:

Instructions

To make basic dukkah:

  • Combine nuts, sesame seeds, and sea salt. Add your choice of other sides, spices and herbs, and mix-ins if desired. Crush in a mortar and pestle or food processor. Store in an airtight container, in a cool dark place, for up to 1 month.

To make spicy hazelnut and fennel dukkah:

  • Combine hazelnuts, sesame seeds, sea salt, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, black peppercorns, and red pepper flakes. Crush in a mortar and pestle or food processor. Store in an airtight container, in a cool dark place, for up to 1 month.

To make sweet cashew and coconut dukkah:

  • Combine cashews, sesame seeds, sea salt, pepitas, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, cinnamon, and ginger, brown sugar, and coconut. Crush in a mortar and pestle or food processor. Store in an airtight container, in a cool dark place, for up to 1 month.

To make sunny almond and lemon dukkah:

  • Combine almonds, sesame seeds, sea salt, coriander seeds, sunflower seeds, sumac, and lemon zest. Crush in a mortar and pestle or food processor. Store in an airtight container, in a cool dark place, for up to 1 month.

Nutrition

Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 147mg | Potassium: 78mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg