Dukkah is a classic Middle Eastern blend of spices, seeds and herbs. Originating in Egypt, there is no definitive recipe, with each home and store offering their unique blend. At its most simple it is a blend of mint, salt and pepper. It can be used as a topping for meat such as salmon, tuna or chicken, but can also be used as a dipping for bread (turkish flat bread is a good choice) or vegetables for a crunchy starter.
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp Cloves
- 1 tsp Fennel seeds
- 1 tsp Coriander seeds
- 1 tsp Cumin seeds
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes
- Handful of chopped pine nuts, toasted
- Handful of chopped almonds, toasted
- Handful of chopped cashew nuts, toasted
- 1/2 tbsp White sesame seeds
- 1/2 tbsp Black sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp Honey
- Juice of 1 orange
- Sea salt
- Black pepper
Directions
- Toast the seeds in a a pan for around 30 seconds or until fragrant.
- Transfer the seeds to a spice grinder (or mortar and pestle) and grind until you have a coarse powder.
- Transfer to a little bowl, add all other ingredients and mix.
- Use as a topping for meat, or with olive oil as a dipping for bread or vegetables
Music to go with it…
Listen on Spotify: Intergalactic Lovers – Little Heavy Burdens