Nigerian Suya (Spiced Beef Skewers)
Marinated beef strips coated in a fiery blend of roasted peanuts, chili, and warm spices, then grilled until charred. A beloved Nigerian street food that's crispy outside, tender inside.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat beef strips dry with paper towels. If strips are thicker than 1/4 inch, pound gently to even thickness.
Step 2
Combine peanuts, chili powder, paprika, ginger, and garlic in a shallow bowl, stirring well.
Step 3
Mix olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
Step 4
Add beef strips to the oil mixture, tossing to coat evenly. Let sit 10 minutes at room temperature.
Step 5
Remove beef from oil. Roll each strip in the peanut-spice mixture, coating both sides generously.
Step 6
Heat a grill, grill pan, or cast iron skillet over medium-high until very hot, ~2 minutes.
Step 7
Working in batches to avoid crowding, lay beef strips on the grill without moving them for 90 seconds.
Step 8
Flip strips and cook another 60 seconds until charred at edges but still tender inside.
Step 9
Transfer cooked suya to a plate. Repeat with remaining beef strips.
Step 10
Serve hot with fresh lime wedges and chopped onion and tomato on the side if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- two shallow bowls
- grill, grill pan, or 12-inch cast iron skillet
- tongs
- meat mallet (optional)
- paper towels
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