Dukkah (Egyptian Roasted Nut and Spice Mix)

Dukkah is a traditional Egyptian spice mix served as an appetizer or used to add flavor to various dishes.

Ingredients

Nuts and Seeds

• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds

Spices

• 3 tablespoons ground coriander
• 2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Oils and Acids

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar

Additional Ingredients

• 4-5 dates, pitted
• 2 lemons, zested

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Dukkah Sauce (optional)

Mix the following:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

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Recipe Steps

1. Roast the Nuts and Seeds

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and cayenne pepper. Roast for 10-12 minutes or until fragrant and lightly browned.

2. Grind the Nuts and Seeds

Allow the nuts and seeds to cool slightly. Transfer them to a spice grinder or food processor. Process until coarsely ground.

3. Mix with Spices

In a small bowl, combine ground coriander, cumin, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and black pepper.

4. Combine the Dukkah Mixture

Add the spice mixture to the ground nuts and seeds. Stir until well combined.

5. Add Dates and Lemon Zest

Stir in pitted dates and lemon zest.

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Optional: Stuffed Dates with Dukkah

• Stuff each date with a small amount of the dukkah mixture.
• Serve as an appetizer or use to add flavor to various dishes.