Dukkah

Dukkah is a beloved Egyptian spice blend that has a long and rich history. The word “dukkah” comes from the Arabic word for “to pound” or “to crush,” and that’s exactly what this blend is all about. A combination of nuts, spices, and sometimes even chocolate, dukkah is traditionally pounded into a coarse powder using a mortar and pestle.

Dukkah has been around for centuries, and its exact origins are unknown. Some believe that it was first created by the Ancient Egyptians, while others believe it originated in the Middle East. Regardless of its origins, dukkah has become a staple in Egyptian cuisine.

Dukkah is most commonly used as a dipping spice for bread. It can also be used as a seasoning for meats, vegetables, or even just sprinkled on top of salads. The possibilities are endless!

Advice

When making dukkah, it is important to start with fresh, high quality ingredients. Toasting whole spices will bring out the most flavor and aroma, so be sure to use a skillet or heavy bottomed pan and cook over medium heat. Experiment with different spices and nuts to find your perfect combination. Be sure to grind the mixture to a fine texture, but not too fine, and be sure to store any extra in an airtight container, away from light and heat. Lastly, enjoy the spices you create and share with family and friends.

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Recipes

 

Peanut Dukkah

4/5 - 56 votes

• cumin seed
• sumac
• peanut
• salt
• sesame seed
• coriander seed
• nigella seed

 

Hazelnut Dukkah With Fennel Seeds and Mint or Thyme

5/5 - 12 votes

• cumin seed
• mint
• skinned hazelnut
• salt
• sesame seed
• black pepper
• nigella seed
• fennel seed
• sumac

 

Pumpkin Seed Dukkah

4/5 - 36 votes

• cumin seed
• chili powder
• pumpkin seed
• salt
• coriander seed
• sesame seed
• nigella seed

 

Spicy Egyptian Dukkah With Chickpea Flour

4/5 - 32 votes

• sesame seed
• chickpea flour
• cayenne pepper
• salt
• peanut
• caraway seed
• coriander seed
• dill seed
• sumac

 

Coconut Dukkah

4/5 - 27 votes

• nigella seed
• almond
• black pepper
• salt
• sesame seed
• coconut
• coriander seed
• cumin seed

 

Dukkah

5/5 - 6 votes

• hazelnut
• salt
• pistachio
• sesame seed
• fennel seed
• coriander
• cumin

 

Dukkah

No Rating - 0 votes

• olive oil
• coriander seed
• sesame seed
• black peppercorn
• cumin seed
• hazelnut

 

Easy Dukkah

No Rating - 0 votes

• coriander
• cumin
• walnut
• salt
• almond
• allspice
• sesame seed
• black pepper twist

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