
Karen’s Lemony Dukkah Seasoning
I’m adding a burst of natural zesty lemon flavor to traditional Egyptian Dukkah Seasoning. A bright multi-purpose blend – wonderful on salmon.

What is Dukkah? (pronounced doo-kah)
An Egyptian and Middle Eastern condiment consisting of a mixture of herbs, nuts, and spices. It is typically used as a dip (adding olive oil) with bread or fresh vegetables for an hors d’œuvre. Dukkah seasoning lends tons of Middle Eastern savory flavors.
I’m totally loving how lemon adds a zesty, pungent kick to the seasoning.

The Key to its lovely lemony flavor is freshly dried lemon peel, add such a nice zesty flair!
Store bought dried lemon peel does not have the vibrance compared to making it fresh. It does loose its potency over time.



Be Creative with Dukkah:
- Add other nuts to the hazelnuts – yes you can use what you like
- Makes a terrific dip or topper! Add a fruity olive oil – have pita bread?
- Serve on crostini – slather with you favorite soft cheese; add olive oil to Dukkah and add to the top
- Zest up any egg dish – sprinkle on Shakshouka, fried eggs, or a topping for deviled eggs
- Toss some on freshly roasted vegetables for a wonderful side dish
- Create a spice crust on fish
- It’s fun to make! The spices toasting smells amazing
- Stir into yogurt for a quick cold sauce, drizzle in olive oil
- Mix with panko or bread crumbs for a nutty taste

Enjoy the splendor and flavor of Dukkah Seasoning!
Karen
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Karen's Lemony Dukkah Seasoning
I'm adding a burst of natural zesty lemon flavor to traditional Egyptian Dukkah Seasoning. A bright multi-purpose blend - wonderful on salmon.
Servings: 16 1 tablespoon servings
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup hazelnuts skinned (blanched)
- 1 teaspoon dried lemon rind*
- 4 tablespoons raw sesame seeds will toast
- 2 teaspoons coriander seeds
- 2 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds
- 2 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon Kashmiri chili powder (can use hot paprika)
Instructions
- Dehydrate (dry) the lemon peel. (see instructions below.)Gently toast hazelnuts in a 300 degree oven for 10 minutes. Cool. Add sesame seeds, coriander seeds, cumin seeds and fennel seeds to a small 8 inch skillet. Set heat to medium-low and cook, stirring until the sesame seeds have just turned golden, about 3 minutes; take off heat.
- Using a spice grinder (or small food processor) add half of the hazelnuts and pulse until chopped, but not fine with some texture. Add to a bowl. Repeat with last half of hazelnuts.
- Add the 4 toasted seasonings and the dried lemon peel to the spice grinder, and pulse until finely chopped. Add to the hazelnuts.
- Add the chili powder to the bowl and stir well.I do not add salt to the mix, rather adding a pinch salt when using.
Notes
*How to dry (dehydrate) lemon peel:
Take the yellow peel off the lemon with a sharp peeler. Turn bright side down and remove all the white pith with a sharp knife. Chop the lemon rind evenly into very thin strips. Add to a parchment lined baking sheet and cook at a very low 200 degrees for 1 hour to 1 1/2 hours. The rind will be crisp, not colored, and not flexible. Cool and grind in a spice grinder. This recipe may not be reproduced without the consent of its author, Karen Sheer.
Take the yellow peel off the lemon with a sharp peeler. Turn bright side down and remove all the white pith with a sharp knife. Chop the lemon rind evenly into very thin strips. Add to a parchment lined baking sheet and cook at a very low 200 degrees for 1 hour to 1 1/2 hours. The rind will be crisp, not colored, and not flexible. Cool and grind in a spice grinder. This recipe may not be reproduced without the consent of its author, Karen Sheer.
Nutrition Facts
Karen's Lemony Dukkah Seasoning
Amount per Serving
Calories
27
% Daily Value*
Fat
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
0.2
g
1
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Sodium
1
mg
0
%
Potassium
40
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
1
g
0
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
0.2
g
0
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
5
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
0.4
mg
0
%
Calcium
13
mg
1
%
Iron
0.5
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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