Spiced Beef Suya with Charred Onions
Tender beef skewers coated in a fiery roasted-peanut spice blend, charred under the broiler until edges crisp. Served with soft white onions and a squeeze of lime — the street-food classic that tastes like Lagos in 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 425
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pulse peanuts, paprika, cayenne, ginger, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper in a food processor until coarse.
Step 2
Pat beef dry. Toss with 2 tbsp oil and half the peanut spice blend until evenly coated.
Step 3
Thread beef onto skewers, alternating with onion pieces. Place on a foil-lined broiler pan.
Step 4
Broil 4 inches from heat for 8–10 minutes, turning halfway, until edges char and center is medium-rare.
Step 5
Dust skewers with remaining spice blend. Squeeze lime over the top and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- food processor
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- metal skewers (4)
- broiler pan or sheet pan
- aluminum foil
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