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Cameroonian Suya

Cultural Context

Originating from the Hausa people of West Africa, Suya is a beloved street food in Cameroon, often enjoyed at social gatherings and celebrations. This dish features skewered meat coated in a spicy peanut mixture, grilled to perfection. Its popularity has spread beyond Cameroon, inspiring variations across Africa and even in Western countries, where it is embraced for its bold flavors and simplicity.

AfricanCMmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb beef
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon Maggi seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup onions

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

ground peanuts

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almond flour is lower in carbs, while sunflower seeds are more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is budget-friendly.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Paprika offers a milder heat, while chili powder is often less expensive.

1

Cut beef into flat chunks for even cooking.

2

Apply cooking oil on the beef.

3

Season beef with maggi seasoning and salt.

4

Combine cayenne pepper, black pepper, and white pepper in a bowl.

5

Mix the spices together and rub onto the beef.

6

Thread seasoned beef onto wooden skewers.

7

Transfer skewers to a charcoal grill.

8

Cook each side for about 5 to 7 minutes, flipping and adding more oil as needed until cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillskewersmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

SuyaSpicy Meat Skewers

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