Dukkah is an Egyptian seasoning that includes a delicious blend of herbs, nuts, and spices. Traditionally, it’s used as a dip with bread or fresh vegetables. Add it to hummus, cashew cheese, or other dips for a crunch and boost of flavor. Vegetables and hummus plus a sprinkle of dukkah is a great snack for those who love savory, creamy, and crunchy snacks.
⅛cupalmonds (raw, finely chopped. about 16 whole almonds)
⅛cuppecans (raw, finely chopped. about 10 whole pecans)
1tbspsesame seeds
½tspmustard seed
½tspcoriander seed
½tspcumin seed
⅛tspginger powder (optional)
⅛tspsalt (optional)
Directions
1
Heat a stovetop pan on medium heat.
2
Add the almonds and pecans and toast on low to medium heat for 3 minutes, tossing frequently so they don’t burn.
3
Add the sesame, coriander, and cumin seeds. Toast everything for an additional 2 minutes, tossing again, as above.
4
Transfer nuts and seeds to a medium-size bowl.
5
Using a mortar and pestle crush the seeds and nuts until combined well. Alternatively, you could use a small grinder (much easier if you have a grinder!).
6
Transfer to a small bowl and mix in the ginger and salt, if using.
7
Store in an airtight container for use on everything!
Chef's Notes
Substitutions Try any nuts you have on hand—pistachios, hazelnuts, and walnuts would all be delicious.
You could also use fennel seed in addition to the other seeds or in place of one of them.
Sprinkle on top of tacos, a tofu scramble, or in wraps.
Ingredients
⅛cupalmonds (raw, finely chopped. about 16 whole almonds)
⅛cuppecans (raw, finely chopped. about 10 whole pecans)
1tbspsesame seeds
½tspmustard seed
½tspcoriander seed
½tspcumin seed
⅛tspginger powder (optional)
⅛tspsalt (optional)
Directions
1
Heat a stovetop pan on medium heat.
2
Add the almonds and pecans and toast on low to medium heat for 3 minutes, tossing frequently so they don’t burn.
3
Add the sesame, coriander, and cumin seeds. Toast everything for an additional 2 minutes, tossing again, as above.
4
Transfer nuts and seeds to a medium-size bowl.
5
Using a mortar and pestle crush the seeds and nuts until combined well. Alternatively, you could use a small grinder (much easier if you have a grinder!).
6
Transfer to a small bowl and mix in the ginger and salt, if using.
7
Store in an airtight container for use on everything!
