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    Home » Type » Sauces and Condiments » Spice Mixes

    10 Minute Authentic Dukkah Recipe (Egyptian Herb and Spice Mix)

    Published: Jul 10, 2023 by Faith · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    This Dukkah recipe (Egyptian Herb and Spice Mix) is a savory, nutty herb and spice blend that packs a punch of flavor and crunch.

    Dukkah Spice Mix with Flatbread and Olive Oil on Vintage Tray

    Pictured above is my Low Carb Flatbread recipe from The Keto Queens. Paleo Flatbread would also be delicious!

    When I lived in and visited the Middle East, one of my favorite things to shop for was spices. The spice shops were vibrant; full of heady, exotically-spiced air, a rainbow of colors, and of course all the usual clamor that goes along with your typical lively marketplace.

    Spice shops in the Middle East sell all manner of leaves, barks, and flowers in addition to spices, and they use them to make the most magical things.

    Dukkah Spice Mix Ingredients

    Middle Eastern spice shops specialize in a custom spice blend for just about anything and everything.

    A few of the more popular spice blends I've seen are meat spice mix (for red meat), chicken spice mix, fish spice mix, shawarma spice mix, cake spice mix (for sweets like mamoul), and a thyme mix called Za’atar (perfect for eating with flatbread dipped in olive oil).

    They even add spice (cardamom) to their coffee (and it’s delicious!).

    Dukkah Recipe with Description

    In This Article

    • What is Dukkah?
    • Authentic Dukkah Spice Mix Recipe
    • Egyptian Dukkah FAQs
    • How Do You Use This Dukkah Spice Mix Recipe?
    • More Spice Mixes to Try
    • Dukkah Recipe (Egyptian Herb and Spice Mix)
    • Spice Market Photos from Yarmouk in Damascus Syria in March 2011

    What is Dukkah?

    Dukkah (also transliterated duqqa and dukkha) is an herb and spice mix hailing from Egypt. Similar to Za'atar, recipes for Dukkah vary slightly by region and family.

    Authentic Dukkah Spice Mix Recipe

    If you're wondering what's in Dukkah?, that question isn't necessarily an easy one to answer. Common ingredients include toasted nuts, sesame seeds, and savory spices like cumin and coriander.

    I’ve seen Dukkah mixes that use different types of nuts, such as almonds, pistachios, or hazelnuts, or leave them out entirely. I went with hazelnuts here, because that’s what intrigued me most (although pistachio was next on my list). Feel free to swap out the hazelnuts for whatever strikes your fancy though.

    I was unsure as to how the use of mint would fare in this Dukkah recipe, but it’s one of my favorite components. It adds a vibrancy and almost sweetness, without actually adding sweetener. I know it might sound like an odd addition, but don’t skip it!

    I’ve also seen versions of this spice mix that add fennel seeds, shredded coconut, or sweetener. I am definitely intrigued to experiment with the recipe!

    Egyptian Dukkah Ingredients

    • Dry roasted unsalted hazelnuts - swap these out for almonds or pistachios if you prefer; be sure to toast them for the richest, deepest flavor
    • Cumin - cumin has an earthy warm flavor with a hint of peppery, citrusy notes
    • Coriander - coriander adds a bright lemony flavor
    • Sesame seeds - sesame seeds are mildly sweet and nutty with a touch of bitterness
    • Dried mint - mint is subtly sweet and grassy with a mild cooling effect
    • Ground thyme - thyme is loved for its citrusy, lemon notes, as well as its earthy, subtly mint-like flavor
    • Sea salt - to enhance the flavor of everything else

    How to Make Dukkah

    Mix together all ingredients.

    Storage

    Store Dukkah in an airtight container at room temperature in a cool, dark place (such as your spice cabinet) for up to 1 month.

    Close Up of Dukkah Spice Mix in Vintage Dish

    Egyptian Dukkah FAQs

    Is Dukkah the Same as Za'atar?

    Dukkah shares a few of the same components as Za’atar, such as thyme and sesame seeds. However, Dukkah and Za'atar are different spice blends.

    What Does Dukkah Taste Like?

    Dukkah spice has a toasted, nutty flavor with bright citrusy notes, savory undertones, and a hint of earthy sweetness.

    Platter of Dukkah Spice Mix with Olive Oil and Flatbread

    How Do You Use This Dukkah Spice Mix Recipe?

    There are so many uses for this Dukkah spice blend!

    Egyptian Dukkah is one of those things that I continuously find new purposes for. A few of my favorites include:

    • Sprinkled on labneh (yogurt cheese) along with a drizzle of good-quality olive oil
    • To add crunch and zest on top of salads (like Sweet Pepper Chickpea Salad with Mint and Honey-Sumac Vinaigrette), pilafs (such as One-Pot Brown Rice Pilaf with Chicken Sausage, Mushrooms, and Rosemary), or pasta
    • As a seasoning for chicken or seafood (try Dukkah Crusted Blackened Salmon)
    • Along with flatbread and olive oil (dip a bite-sized piece of flatbread into olive oil and then into the spice mix; it’s delicious paired with tea!)
    • As a substitute for some recipes that call for Za’atar, such as Kale, Roasted Zucchini, and Green Pea Salad with Creamy Za’atar Dressing

    More Spice Mixes to Try

    • Ras el Hanout (Moroccan Spice Mix)
    • Pumpkin Spice Mix
    Close Up of Dukkah Spice Mix with Flatbread and Olive Oil

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    Dukkah Recipe (Egyptian Herb and Spice Mix)

    By: Faith Gorsky
    This Dukkah Recipe (Egyptian Herb and Spice Mix) is a savory, nutty herb and spice blend that packs a punch of flavor and crunch.
    4.50 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Course Condiments, Spice Mixes
    Cuisine Egyptian
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 58 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 6 tablespoons dry-roasted unsalted hazelnuts coarsely crushed in a food processor or mortar and pestle
    • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
    • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
    • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds lightly toasted (coarsely crushed if desired, but I leave them whole)
    • 2 teaspoons crushed dried mint
    • ½ teaspoon ground thyme
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt

    Instructions
     

    • Mix together all ingredients.
    • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 month.

    Faith's Tips

    • Net Carbs: 1g per serving
    • Recipe Yield and Serving Size: Each serving is 1 tablespoon. This recipe makes about ½ cup, for 8 (1-tablespoon-sized) servings.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Dukkah Recipe (Egyptian Herb and Spice Mix)
    Amount Per Serving (1 tablespoon)
    Calories 58 Calories from Fat 45
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 5g8%
    Saturated Fat 1g6%
    Sodium 74mg3%
    Potassium 77mg2%
    Carbohydrates 2g1%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 2g4%
    Vitamin A 10IU0%
    Vitamin C 1mg1%
    Calcium 30mg3%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Keyword Dukkah, Dukkah Recipe, Dukkah Spice, Dukkah Spice Blend, Dukkah Spice Mix, Egyptian Dukkah
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    Spice Market Photos from Yarmouk in Damascus Syria in March 2011

    I was recently looking through my travel photos and I came across a few pictures I took of spice markets in Damascus, Syria in March 2011. The area was a Palestinian refugee camp called Yarmouk.

    The people, their land, and their culture quickly found a way into my heart. (If you're interested, you can read more about my thoughts on living in the Middle East in this post.) I wanted to share a few of my pictures from the spice markets there.

    Yarmouk Spice Market in Syria
    Dried Roses at Middle Eastern Spice Market in Syria
    Dried Herbs at Middle Eastern Spice Market in Syria
    Dried Bark at Middle Eastern Spice Market in Syria
    Spices at Middle Eastern Spice Market in Syria
    Dried Chamomile at Middle Eastern Spice Market in Syria
    Dried Limes at Middle Eastern Spice Market in Syria
    Dried Mint at Middle Eastern Spice Market in Syria
    Dried Hibiscus at Middle Eastern Spice Market in Syria
    Dried Rose Flowers and Herbs at Middle Eastern Spice Market in Syria
    Several Dried Herbs at Middle Eastern Spice Market in Syria
    Sacks of Dried Foods at Middle Eastern Spice Market in Syria
    Colorful Spices at Middle Eastern Spice Market in Syria

    This post was first published on An Edible Mosaic on March 23, 2018. I updated it with more information on July 10, 2023.

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    1. joselle merritt says

      July 16, 2023 at 3:13 pm

      4 stars
      I prefer pistachios but this one is very good and I've tried a number of recipes. I will keep this one and improvise. I haven't had it with mint before!

      A side note: it's also good on tomato soup!!

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    2. Betsy says

      July 12, 2023 at 5:31 am

      5 stars
      Delicious spice mix, I love the nutty component. Your video of the Damascus markets remains; to this day, my favorite of all your videos and photos, Faith! You wore your heart on your sleeve in it, and your love of their culture is decidedly contagious!

      Reply

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