Nutty Egyptian Dukkah Blend
Vegan spice mix · Serves 1 · Ready in 15 min
A fragrant, golden-brown blend of toasted nuts and warm spices, dukkah is one of Egypt's most beloved condiments — crunchy, earthy and deeply aromatic with notes of cumin, coriander and sesame. Spoon it generously, because once you start you won't stop. Keep a jar on the counter and use it to transform flatbreads, roasted vegetables or a simple olive oil dip in seconds.
Allergens:Sesame, Tree nuts (hazelnuts), Peanuts (if used)
Details
- Author: CuisineSavvy
- Cuisine: Egyptian
- Course: Spice Mix
- Servings: 1
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
Nutritional Values
This recipe is plant-based as written — no animal ingredients are present in traditional dukkah. Hazelnuts, the primary nut used here, provide heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, vitamin E and manganese; pistachios or peanuts may be substituted and offer similarly valuable unsaturated fats and plant protein. Sesame seeds contribute calcium and iron, which are particularly useful in a plant-based diet. The whole spices — cumin, coriander and black pepper — are used in quantities that add meaningful amounts of antioxidants and digestive-support compounds. Salt is kept minimal (¼ tsp across the whole jar) to keep the blend heart-friendly.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 530 kcal | -- |
| Total Fat | 47 g | 60% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 23% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 30 g | -- |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10 g | -- |
| Sodium | 600 mg | 26% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24 g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber | 13 g | 46% |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | -- |
| Protein | 15 g | 30% |
Ingredients
Instructions
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Nutty Egyptian Dukkah Blend A fragrant, golden-brown blend of toasted nuts and warm spices, dukkah is one of Egypt's most beloved condiments — crunchy, earthy and deeply aromatic with notes of cumin, coriander and sesame. Spoon it generously, because once you start you won't stop. Keep a jar on the counter and use it to transform flatbreads, roasted vegetables or a simple olive oil dip in seconds. Ingredients [ ] 3 tbsp sesame seeds [ ] 2 tbsp whole coriander seeds [ ] 1 tbsp whole cumin seeds [ ] 50 g hazelnuts (or pistachios or peanuts) [ ] 1 tsp whole black peppercorns [ ] ¼ tsp fine sea salt (or to taste) Instructions [ ] 1. Place a dry frying pan over a medium heat. [ ] 2. Add the hazelnuts and toast, stirring frequently, for 3–4 minutes until golden and fragrant. [ ] 3. When the hazelnuts are golden and fragrant, tip them onto a plate and leave to cool completely. [ ] 4. Return the pan to a medium heat and add the coriander seeds, cumin seeds and black peppercorns. [ ] 5. Toast the spices, stirring constantly, for 1–2 minutes until they begin to pop and smell fragrant. [ ] 6. Tip the toasted spices onto the plate with the nuts and leave to cool completely. [ ] 7. When the nuts and spices are fully cool, transfer them to a small food processor or spice grinder. [ ] 8. Pulse briefly — 4 to 6 short bursts. [ ] 9. When you have a coarse, crumbly mixture, stop. Do not over-process; it should be sandy, not a paste. [ ] 10. Add the sesame seeds and salt to the processor and pulse once or twice just to combine. [ ] 11. Taste and adjust the salt if needed. [ ] 12. Transfer the dukkah to a clean, dry, airtight jar. Store in a cool, dark place for up to 3 months. [ ] 13. To use, spread good-quality extra virgin olive oil on warm flatbread or a small plate, sprinkle over 1–2 teaspoons of dukkah per person and dip. It is also excellent scattered over roasted vegetables, hummus, salads or soft-boiled eggs. https://www.cuisinesavvy.com/recipe/nutty-egyptian-dukkah-blend
External Recipes
- Dukkah Spice (Health Score: 73)
HealthScore: 90
A whole-food blend of toasted hazelnuts, sesame, and aromatic spices with no added oil and just a pinch of salt — as pure as condiments get. Worth noting: the recipe makes a whole batch labelled as one serving, so the score reflects the full quantity; a realistic dip of 1–2 tsp is nutritionally modest on its own.