Nigerian Suya (Grilled Meat Skewers)
Nigerian Suya is a beloved street food made from thinly sliced beef marinated in a unique blend of spices and ground peanuts. The meat is skewered and grilled, resulting in a smoky, spicy, and savory delight. Often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer, it’s a quintessential Nigerian treat.
Nigerian Suya (Grilled Meat Skewers)
Nigerian Suya is a beloved street food made from thinly sliced beef marinated in a unique blend of spices and ground peanuts. The meat is skewered and grilled, resulting in a smoky, spicy, and savory delight. Often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer, it's a quintessential Nigerian treat.
Ingredients
For the Marinade:
For the Suya Spice Mix:
Instructions
Prepare the Marinade:
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⦁ In a large bowl, mix the vegetable oil, minced garlic, chopped onion, chicken bouillon cube, and salt.
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⦁ Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade and mix well to ensure it's fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Prepare the Suya Spice Mix:
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⦁ In a bowl, combine the ground roasted peanuts, ground cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
Skewer the Meat:
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⦁ Thread the marinated beef slices onto wooden skewers, making sure they are not too tightly packed.
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Coat with Suya Spice Mix:
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⦁ Generously coat the skewered meat with the suya spice mix, ensuring an even coverage.
Grill the Meat:
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⦁ Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
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⦁ Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked through and has a nice char.
Serve:
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⦁ Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
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⦁ Serve the suya skewers hot, with a side of sliced onions, fresh tomatoes, and cabbage.
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