Healthy Dukkah Spice Mix

This healthy dukkah spice mix is one of those condiments that I always have in the fridge. It is really easy to make and this delicious collection of nuts, seeds and aromatic spices is so versatile and adds an amazing flavour and texture to many simple meals.

My favourite ways to eat it are…

• Sprinkle on poached or scrambled eggs
• Over steamed vegetables
• Over a simple green salad
• With olive oil and a good crusty sourdough
• With hummus (recipe here)
• On a baked potato or sweet potato
• Over avocado with lime (avocado and dukkah on toast is delicious)
• Delicious with my Moroccan Carrot Salad
• Make some gut healing Labne and roll it in dukkah for a delicious savoury cheese
• In this Red Cabbage Slaw (recipe HERE).
• Dip crusty bread or pita in olive oil then dukkah

Health benefits

As well as tasting amazing, it also adds extra nutrition to your meals. The macadamia nuts are a fabulous source of protein, essential fats and many minerals and antioxidants. The sesame seeds are a rich source of calcium and magnesium. The chia are also a great source of omega-3 essential fats. The spices are wonderful warming antioxidants and also have anti inflammatory properties making it a fantastic addition to a balanced diet.

Ingredients

Dukkah can be made with any combination of toasted nuts and seeds. Having macadamia nuts as the base is my personal favourite, though you can sub them with hazelnuts, pistachios, almonds, cashews, pine nuts or walnuts (or a mixture). This particular combination includes lightly toasted macadamia nuts, sesame seeds, chia seeds, and a blend of spices including turmeric, cumin, coriander, black pepper, and cinnamon, seasoned with sea salt for a savoury touch.

How to make a healthy dukkah spice mix

In a food processor, pulse the macadamia nuts until roughly chopped. You can also grind them by hand in a mortar and pestle. Then, combine with the sesame seeds, chia seeds, and spices. Store in an airtight jar in a cool place to keep it fresh and ready for use.

Serving suggestions and how to store

Dukkah can be sprinkled over avocado toast, stirred into hummus, or used as a coating for baked goods or meats. For best freshness, store in an airtight jar in the fridge or freezer.

Vary this healthy dukkah to suit your dietary needs

To make this nut-free, replace macadamias with a combination of toasted sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds. If you need a sesame-free version, simply omit the sesame seeds. Adjust the spices as desired to suit your taste preferences.

Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to suit many specific dietary requirements.

Healthy Dukkah

Prep 10 minutes minutes

Total 10 minutes minutes

Serves: 2 cups

This healthy dukkah spice mix is a versatile blend that adds a delicious crunch to meals, whether sprinkled over salads, roasted veggies, or used as a delicious crust for fish and meats.

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Ingredients

• 190 g macadamia nuts (1½ cups) lightly toasted
• 70 g sesame seeds (½ cups) lightly toasted
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp sea salt

Method

• In a food processor or Thermomix, pulse the macadamia nuts so they are roughly chopped.
• Mix with the rest of the ingredients and store in an airtight glass jar in the fridge to use whenever you feel like it.
• You can adjust the spices and seasoning to your own taste.

Store

• In an airtight jar in a cool cupboard or the fridge or freezer.

Variations

Nut-free

Replace the macadamia nuts with ac combination of toasted sunflower and pumpkin seeds. 

Sesame-free

Omit the sesame seeds.

 

What are your favourite ways to eat dukkah? Post a comment below.

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