Dukka is an Egyptian spice blend commonly used as a bread dip or topping. It is crafted with a unique blend of toasted nuts, sesame seeds, coriander, and cumin, resulting in a flavorful and aromatic condiment. Dukka is not only a culinary delight but also holds cultural significance in Egyptian cuisine. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Egypt, where it was highly valued for its taste and nutritional properties. In this article, we will guide you through finding the best recipe to make your own dukka at home, exploring its versatility in various culinary applications, and uncovering its rich history and significance in Egyptian culinary heritage. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the world of dukka and discover its remarkable flavors and endless possibilities.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
DUKKAH: AN EGYPTIAN SPICE MIXTURE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 F.
- Use in your favorite Middle Eastern recipes and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 141 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 11 g, ServingSize 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
DUKKAH
An Egyptian spice blend that is wonderful. The more you eat it the more addictive it becomes. Serve with toasted crusty bread (Turkish bread is great for this), and olive oil. Dip bread into olive oil, then into the hazelnut mixture and enjoy this unique and addictive mix.
Provided by rosichops
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Spicy
Time 25m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place the hazelnuts on a baking sheet, and bake for about 5 minutes, or until fragrant. While the nuts are still hot, pour them onto a tea towel. Fold the towel over them to cover, and rub vigorously to remove the skins. Set aside to cool.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds until light golden brown. Pour into a medium bowl as soon as they are done so they will not continue toasting. In the same skillet, toast the coriander and cumin seeds while shaking the pan or stirring occasionally until they begin to pop. Transfer to a food processor. Process until finely ground, then pour into the bowl with the sesame seeds. Place the cooled hazelnuts into the food processor, and process until finely ground. Stir into the bowl with the spices. Season with salt and pepper, and mix well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 45.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 74.9 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
DUKKA - EGYPTIAN SPICE MIX
Entered for safe-keeping. From June 2012 Vegetarian Times. This mix of coarsely ground nuts and spices is served with olive oil and bread for dipping with breakfast, or as a snack or appetizer.
Provided by KateL
Categories Nuts
Time 12m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F Spread almonds on baking sheet, and toast 5-7 minutes, or until light brown and fragrant. Transfer to bowl.
- Meanwhile, toast coriander, cumin, and salt in skillet over medium-low heat 3 minutes, or until coriander is light brown and mixture is fragrant, swirling pan constantly. Place in bowl with almonds. Cool completely.
- Coarsely grind almond-spice mixture and sumac in food processor, or grind with mortar and pestle. Transfer to bowl, and stir in sesame seeds. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1329.7, Fat 112.7, SaturatedFat 10.2, Sodium 1817.6, Carbohydrate 64.6, Fiber 35.5, Sugar 7.1, Protein 47.4
EGYPTIAN SPICED CARROT PUREE
The Egyptian spice blend known as dukka includes toasted ground cumin, coriander and sesame seeds; Sortun gives it a twist by adding toasted coconut. The carrot dish here is traditionally eaten by first dipping bread in oil and then in the dukka before spooning the puree on top. It's typical of North Africa's qimia--a version of tapas or meze. Harissa is a fiery Tunisian spice paste. It is available in jars and tubes at many specialty food shops. If you cant find it, i have read that you can sub chili garlic paste or other hot sauce, but I bet the harissa is much better. MAKE AHEAD: The recipe can be prepared up to 2 days ahead. Refrigerate the carrots and store the spice mixture at room temperature.
Provided by NcMysteryShopper
Categories Coconut
Time 35m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a medium skillet, toast the almonds over moderate heat, stirring, until golden, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a work surface to cool, then finely chop. Add the coriander and cumin seeds to the skillet and toast, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a spice grinder and let cool completely, then coarsely grind. In a medium bowl, mix the ground almonds with the spices.
- Add the sesame seeds to the skillet and toast over moderate heat, stirring, until golden, about 1 1/2 minutes. Transfer the sesame seeds to the spice grinder. Toast the coconut in the skillet over moderate heat, stirring constantly, until golden, about 1 minute. Transfer to the grinder and let cool completely. Grind the sesame seeds and coconut to a coarse powder. Add to the almond-spice mixture and season with 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
- In a large saucepan, cover the carrots with water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to moderate and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain the carrots and return them to the saucepan. Cook for 30 seconds over medium heat to dry thoroughly. Remove from the heat and coarsely mash the carrots with a fork. Stir in the 6 tablespoons of olive oil, the vinegar, harissa, ground cumin and ginger. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the carrot puree to a bowl and serve with torn pita, olive oil and the spice mix.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.4, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 3.4, Sodium 85.1, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 5.6, Protein 3.3
DUKKA - EGYPTIAN SPICE BLEND FOR BREAD DIPPING OR TOPPING
For ZWT #6. I got this recipe from Egyptdailynews.com site. It says that it is used for dipping bread after first dipping it in olive oil. I think it would make an interesting topping for various breads if it is left a little coarser.
Provided by Pesto lover
Categories Egyptian
Time 25m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Dry roast sesame seeds until lightly browned, then remove from pan.
- Roast the hazelnuts for about 5 minutes and then remove their skins by rubbing them in a kitchen towel. If you choose to use the roasted chickpeas, they don't need further roasting.
- Dry roast the coriander and cumin seeds just until they darken. Remove from pan.
- When everything has cooled off, add other ingredients and pound or process to a coarse powder in a food processor.
- This will keep for 3 months in a cool place, in an airtight container or jar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1471.8, Fat 124.9, SaturatedFat 12.8, Sodium 2407.1, Carbohydrate 86.8, Fiber 49.5, Sugar 4.7, Protein 45.3
Tips:
- Use high-quality spices for the best flavor. Freshly ground spices are ideal.
- Store dukkah in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. It will keep for up to 6 months.
- Experiment with different proportions of spices to create your own unique dukkah blend.
- Try dukkah on a variety of foods, such as bread, vegetables, meat, and fish.
- Dukkah is also a great addition to dips and spreads.
Conclusion:
Dukkah is a versatile and flavorful spice blend that can be used in a variety of ways. It is a popular condiment in Egyptian cuisine, but it is also enjoyed by people all over the world. Dukkah is easy to make at home, and it is a great way to add some extra flavor to your meals. Whether you are using it as a dip, a topping, or a rub, dukkah is sure to please.
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