It’s so versatile: Sprinkle it over dips for texture, rub it on meats and fish for flavor, or add it to stir fries. I like it best as a rub on salmon. This spice blend has chunky toasted hazelnuts, almonds, pistachios, and sesame seeds and lots of bold spices like fennel, coriander, and cumin.
What is Dukkah?
Dukkah is a blend of warm spices and toasted nuts ground or pounded into a coarse powder that has lots of texture. It’s typically served as a dip with olive oil and bread or sprinkled over prepared meals. You can use it on meat or fish before cooking or sprinkled on as a seasoning afterward. Although there are many variations, the commonly used ingredients in Dukkah are sesame seeds, coriander, black pepper, and coarsely ground nuts.
Tips for Making Dukkah
Follow these tips so the Dukkah stays fresh and has the best flavor possible.
Use whole spices and toast them to bring out their aroma and get rid of any moisture, which helps them last longer. Toast the nuts so that they get crunchier and taste nuttier. Toast both the spices and nuts in a dry (without any oil) pan until fragrant and golden brown.Dukkah is typically coarse in texture, so don’t blend it into a fine powder. The spices should look like sand and some of the nuts can be left in 1/8- to 1/4-inch chunks.Use a food processor, mortar and pestle, or spice grinder to grind the spices and nuts.
How to Serve Dukkah
Dukkah is aromatic, with warm, earthy flavors from the coriander, sesame seeds, and nuts. Here are some ideas to get you started:
Sprinkle it over hummus or any dip for added texture. Sprinkle it over soft-boiled eggs, avocado toast, or tahini smeared on toast. Sprinkle it over summer fruits like watermelon or pineapple. Make a paste with Dukkah and olive oil. Rub it all over steak or chicken before grilling. Rub it over salmon seared on a hot cast iron skillet.
How to Store Dukkah
Dukkah will keep for up to three weeks if stored in an airtight container in a dry pantry. The longer it sits the less pronounced the flavors.
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