Forget ordinary ice cream sundaes. It’s time to indulge in something extraordinary. Meet dukkah, an Egyptian concoction of nuts, seeds, and spices uniquely crafted to enhance the flavors of your favorite desserts. Say goodbye to traditional toppings and welcome a burst of flavor with dukkah.
What Is Dukkah?
Picture toasted salted peanuts, sesame seeds, cacao nibs, and coriander seeds gently mingling in a skillet, releasing their warm and nutty aromas with just a touch of orange zest. Drizzled with tahini, there’s an extra layer of richness.
Why stop at ice cream? Dukkah’s versatility knows no bounds. Stir it into yogurt, sprinkle it over fresh fruit, or use it as a topping for hot oatmeal on chilly mornings. There are tons of ways to use dukkah.
How to Make It
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup salted dry-roasted peanuts, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 tablespoons cacao nibs
- 1 tablespoon whole coriander seeds, roughly crushed
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 cups vanilla ice cream
- 3 tablespoons tahini, gently heated until pourable
Instructions:
- In a small skillet over low heat, toast the peanuts, sesame seeds, cacao nibs, and crushed coriander seeds stirring them occasionally to prevent burning. Continue toasting until they become aromatic and slightly darker in color, which should take approximately five minutes.
- Remove the skillet from heat and spread the mixture out on a small plate. Allow the mixture to cool down for about five minutes.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the toasted peanut mixture with the grated orange zest and kosher salt. This mix will be your dukkah.
- Take six serving bowls and place a half-cup scoop of vanilla ice cream into each.
- Drizzle each serving with a half tablespoon of the warmed tahini, ensuring it’s evenly distributed across. Sprinkle on some dukkah and enjoy your dessert!