mezzomediDukkah
Egyptian blend of hazelnuts, sesame, and toasted spices, crunchy and fragrant.
Dukkah is a dry blend of spices, hazelnuts, and sesame seeds of Egyptian origin. It offers a crunchy texture and a rich, earthy, and slightly spicy taste. Central in Eastern Mediterranean cuisine for enhancing simple dishes with depth and aromatic complexity.
Best pairings
Sesame seed Classic88%Sesame is an essential component of authentic Egyptian dukkah, sharing the same roast and toasted nutty flavor.
Hazelnut Classic88%A classic base for Mediterranean dukkah, toasted hazelnut forms the heart of the blend with its sweet and toasted notes.
Cumin Classic88%A major spice in traditional dukkah, it brings warmth and aromatic depth to the base blend.
Coriander seed Classic88%A flagship spice in classic Egyptian dukkah, it adds floral and citrus notes to toasted hazelnut.
Pita bread Classic87%Traditional Levantine accompaniment: dukkah sprinkled on warm pita bread with olive oil creates an authentic appetizer.
Extra virgin olive oil Classic86%Signature Mediterranean pairing: dukkah emulsified in extra virgin olive oil produces a flavorful dipping sauce.
Olive oil Classic84%Dukkah and olive oil, the bread dip.
Pistachio Classic84%Egyptian blend containing pistachio; toasted spices that amplify the nutty flavor.
Bread Classic84%Dukkah and bread dipped in olive oil, an Egyptian mezze.
Pumpkin seed Classic80%This Egyptian blend of hazelnuts and spices creates a hazelnut-on-hazelnut pairing with the nut.
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What goes with dukkah?
Dukkah pairs especially well with sesame seed, hazelnut, cumin, coriander seed and pita bread. Sesame is an essential component of authentic Egyptian dukkah, sharing the same roast and toasted nutty flavor.
What can I substitute for dukkah?
If you don't have it, try: ras el hanout, za'atar, cumin.