What is Dukkah?

Dukkah (pronounced doo-kah), is a Middle Eastern mixture of toasted nuts, seeds, and savoury spices. It’s believed to have originated in Egypt. It’s always vegan and normally gluten free. Dukkah is derived from the Arabic word “to pound” or crush.

Dukkah can be used for seasoning vegetables, crusting meat and fish, and adding to olive oil for dipping bread.

What does Dukkah taste like?

Dukkah has a complex flavour of nuts, seeds and middle eastern spices. It has a coarse texture with a satisfying crunch. Dukkah creates a savoury standout in any dish it’s added to. How to eat Dukkah can range from a crunchy sprinkle on salads, veggies, or pasta, and its most famous use which is with olive oil and bread. It can also be used to coat lamb, chicken, or fish.

Dukkah has so many attributes of a snack food – crunch, a little salt, spices and nuts. It gives you that snack food pleasure without the calories. It can also be used as a low-sodium seasoning for all sorts of dishes.