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Spiced Grilled Lamb & Pepper Skewers

Nigerian-style grilled lamb skewers with a fiery peanut-spice crust, charred peppers and onions on the side. Ready in 25 minutes with authentic suya flavor.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
420
Protein
42g
Spiced Grilled Lamb & Pepper Skewers
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix peanut powder, cayenne, paprika, ginger, 1 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp oil in a shallow bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Toss lamb cubes in the spice mixture until fully coated. Let sit 5 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Thread lamb onto skewers, alternating with onion and pepper chunks.

  4. Step 4

    Heat grill or grill pan to high. Sear skewers 3–4 minutes per side until edges char.

  5. Step 5

    Transfer to a plate. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top if you have it.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot with extra sliced onion and tomato on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • shallow bowl
  • metal or wooden skewers (soaked if wooden)
  • grill or grill pan
  • tongs

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