Dukkah

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 1

Savory Dukkah recipe for a flavorful Middle Eastern spice mix

by The Chefin Spice Mix

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

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Dukkah is a traditional Middle Eastern spice mix that is typically made with a combination of nuts, seeds, and spices. It is used as a seasoning or topping for bread, meats, salads and vegetables. This savory mix has a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor that adds depth to any dish. Dukkah is also often served as a dip with bread and olive oil, or as a coating for chicken or fish. This recipe uses hazelnuts, sesame seeds, and a few spices to create an easy and tasty homemade version of this classic spice mix.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2.	Spread the hazelnuts out on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are lightly golden and fragrant.
3.	Once they are ready, let them cool and then rub off as much of the skins as you can.
4.	In a dry frying pan, toast the sesame seeds over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and transfer to a bowl.
5.	In the same frying pan, add the coriander seeds and cumin seeds and toast for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant and slightly browned. Remove from heat and transfer to a spice grinder.
6.	Once the seeds are ground into a fine powder, transfer them to the bowl with the sesame seeds. Add the hazelnuts, freshly ground black pepper, and sea salt. Use a pestle and mortar or food processor to grind everything together until you get a coarse mixture.

PROS

Dukkah adds a unique and delicious flavor to any dish it is used in.
It is versatile and can be used as a seasoning, dip or topping.
It is also easy to make at home.

CONS

Dukkah contains nuts, so it is not suitable for those who have nut allergies.
It may also be high in calories because of the hazelnuts, but can be used sparingly as a seasoning.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Dukkah is a great source of protein and healthy fats because it contains hazelnuts and sesame seeds. These ingredients are also rich in vitamin E, magnesium, and calcium, which may help support heart and bone health. Coriander and cumin seeds have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

	2/3 cup hazelnuts
	1/2 cup sesame seeds
	2 tablespoons coriander seeds
	2 tablespoons cumin seeds
	2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
	1 teaspoon flaked sea salt