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15-Min Crispy Lamb Suya

Nigerian street-food lamb skewers with a fiery peanut-spice crust, charred fast in a screaming-hot skillet. Smoky, nutty, dangerously addictive.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
42g
15-Min Crispy Lamb Suya
casualboldnigerianlambcrispytenderjuicyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cut lamb into 1-inch cubes, pat dry with paper towels, and season with salt and black pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Mix crushed peanuts, cayenne, paprika, and onion powder in a shallow bowl.

  3. Step 3

    Coat each lamb cube in the peanut spice mixture, pressing gently so it adheres.

  4. Step 4

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers and just begins to smoke, ~2 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Working in batches, sear lamb without stirring for 2 minutes per side until deep golden-brown and crispy.

  6. Step 6

    Transfer to a plate, squeeze lime juice over the top, and serve hot with sliced onion and lime wedges.

Tools you’ll need

  • cutting board
  • sharp knife
  • shallow bowl
  • 12-inch skillet
  • paper towels
  • tongs or slotted spoon

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