Breastfeeding Friendly Egyptian Dukkah
This fragrant Egyptian spice-and-nut blend is one of those pantry staples that quietly elevates everything it touches — crusty bread dipped in olive oil, roasted vegetables, scrambled eggs, or even a simple bowl of yogurt. The combination of toasted hazelnuts, sesame seeds, coriander, and cumin creates a deeply nutty, warmly spiced crumble with real texture and complexity. For nursing parents, leaning on whole-food, nutrient-dense snacks and condiments matters, and this recipe delivers healthy fats from hazelnuts and sesame alongside minerals from the whole spices — all from ingredients you can see and trust. There's no mystery here: every component gets toasted fresh in a single skillet, then pulsed just enough to keep that satisfying coarse, sandy texture. The mortar-and-pestle option is a lovely low-effort alternative if you want to skip the food processor entirely. A batch keeps for up to two weeks at room temperature or a full month in the fridge, so one round of cooking pays off for weeks of easy, nourishing snacking.
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8 servings
- 1 cup raw hazelnuts
- ½ cup sesame seeds
- 3 tbsp coriander seeds
- 2 tbsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp black peppercorns
- 1 tsp flaky sea salt
- ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Toast the hazelnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the skins begin to crack and the nuts are golden and fragrant, about 5–7 minutes. Transfer to a clean kitchen towel, fold the towel over the nuts, and rub vigorously to remove most of the skins. Let cool for 5 minutes.
- 2
In the same skillet over medium heat, toast the coriander seeds and cumin seeds together, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly darkened, about 2 minutes — watch closely, as they can scorch quickly. Transfer to a plate to cool.
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