I like it best as a rub on salmon.

What is Dukkah?

Its typically served as a dip with olive oil and bread or sprinkled over prepared meals.

Overhead view of Dukkah spice blend in a glass container.

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you could use it on meat or fish before cooking or sprinkled on as a seasoning afterward.

The longer it sits the less pronounced the flavors.

Transfer the nuts into the bowl of a food processor.

Egyptian spice blend on salmon and topped with lemon slices.

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To the same skillet over medium-low heat, add the fennel, coriander, and cumin seeds.

Toast, stirring continuously for 1 minute, until the spices begin to perfume.

Turn the heat off and let the spices cool down.

Overhead view of Dukkah spice blend in a glass container.

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Transfer the spices into the food processor.

Add the sesame seeds, cayenne pepper, and salt into the food processor.

Grind until the spices look like coarse sand.

Making Dukkah spice in a spice grinder.

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Some nuts can be left as 1/8- to 1/4-inch chunks.

ensure the Dukkah has fully cooled down.

Transfer it into an airtight container and store it in a dry pantry for up to three weeks.

Dukkah spice ground in a spice grinder.

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