Duqqa Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Egypt with this incredibly easy Duqqa recipe, inspired by Marcus Samuelsson! This fragrant spice blend is perfect as a dip with olive oil and crusty bread, sprinkled over chicken, or used as a flavorful seasoning. Forget the blender – a mortar and pestle (or spice grinder) is key to achieving the perfect texture. Get ready for a taste sensation in just 10 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 488.6 kcal
Protein 45g
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Ingredients for Duqqa

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How to Make Duqqa

  1. Heat a small sauté pan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds, 1/4 cup peanuts, and 1 teaspoon black peppercorns. Toast, stirring constantly, until fragrant (about 3-5 minutes).
  3. Add 1/4 cup sesame seeds, 1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves, 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, 1 tablespoon ground coriander, and 1 tablespoon ground cumin. Toast, stirring frequently, until fragrant (about 2-3 minutes). Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a mortar and pestle (or spice grinder). Grind until the seeds and nuts are coarsely crushed but still retain some texture. Stir in 1 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste).
  5. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. Enjoy!
  6. Serve with olive oil for dipping, sprinkle over roasted chicken, fish, vegetables, or salads.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

291 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

31g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Duqqa?

Duqqa takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Duqqa?

Duqqa has approximately 488.6 calories per serving, with about 45 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 62 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Duqqa?

The key ingredients for Duqqa are Pumpkin Seeds, Peanuts, Black Peppercorns, Sesame Seeds, Mint Leaves, Thyme. See the full list with measurements above.

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