Fresh bread, good olive oil, a smoky, seedy condiment—this appetizer reminded me how a simple flourish can make such an impression—it can be, in fact, all everyone needs to kick off an evening; it can be everything everyone dreams about for days. This past week, I made a large-ish batch of dukkah to bring to CT for Christmas. I used the aforementioned no-nut dukkah as a guide, which included sesame seeds, coriander, cumin, crushed red pepper flakes and salt. Dukkah is an Egyptian spice blend that typically contains nuts, and it can be made in countless ways. This variation is nut free.
How to Make Nut-Free Dukkah
Serve dukkah with good fresh bread and olive oil or use it in various other ways: to crust fish or tofu, to season eggs, to add texture (especially if you use nuts) to roasted vegetables or grain salads. I love mashing avocado over olive oil-toasted bread, mashing an avocado over top, and sprinkling it with a healthy pinch of dukkah. One more thought: If you want to make a lot of dukkah, head to your favorite bulk-food market to purchase the spices. If you live in the area, Honest Weight Food Co-op is a great resource for bulk spices. PS: The peasant bread was one of Food52’s top recipes of the 2017! PPS: Read more about California Olive Ranch’s 2017 olive harvest here. Kitchen is under renovation, hence camping stove. Updated kitchen snap below! Cucumber Toasts with The Only Green Sauce You Need + Dukkah: Another option: Cucumber Toasts with Labneh & Dukkah Getting there! 5 from 3 reviews Serve with good olive oil and good bread.
