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Nori, Almond, and Chile Sprinkle

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Photo by Alex Lau, food styling by Rebecca Jurkevich, prop styling by Emily Eisen

We understand if the nori is a deal-breaker; just make sure to give the almonds a good toast to bring out their flavor if they are looking a bit pale.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about ½ cup

Ingredients

½ cup almonds
1 toasted nori sheet
2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
1 teaspoon urfa pepper or crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt

Special Equipment

A spice mill or mortar and pestle

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 350°. Toast almonds on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing halfway through, until golden brown, 8–10 minutes. Let cool, then crush with a flat-bottomed cup or mug. Coarsely grind nori in spice mill or with mortar and pestle.

    Step 2

    Mix crushed almonds, ground nori, sesame seeds, and urfa pepper in a small bowl; season lightly with salt.

    Step 3

    Do Ahead: Dukkah can be made 5 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

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