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Beef Suya

Cultural Context

Originating from the northern regions of Nigeria, Suya is a popular street food made from skewered and grilled meat, often enjoyed at night markets. Traditionally served with spicy pepper sauce and fresh vegetables, it embodies the vibrant flavors of Nigerian cuisine. Today, Suya has transcended borders, inspiring variations in other West African countries and even beyond, where it's enjoyed at barbecues and gatherings.

NigerianNGmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb beef tenderloin
1 cup cold water
1 tablespoon baking soda
2 tablespoons coconut oil
2 tablespoons sweeter jelly all purpose seasoning
2 tablespoons suya spice
1 teaspoon salt

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 more affordable.

ground peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: almond flour

Sunflower seeds provide a nut-free option and almond flour is often less expensive.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Paprika offers a milder flavor while chili powder is usually cheaper.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is often less expensive.

1

Remove the silver skin from the beef tenderloin to ensure tenderness.

2

Cut the beef into thin flat strips.

3

Transfer the beef strips into a bowl and add cold water to soak, allowing blood to come out.

4

Rinse the beef and discard the water.

5

Optional: Add baking soda and more water to the beef and let it sit for 5 minutes to tenderize and remove more blood.

6

Rinse the beef thoroughly and pat it dry with paper towels.

7

In a bowl, mix coconut oil, sweeter jelly all purpose seasoning, suya spice, and salt to create a paste.

8

Brush the rack of the halogen oil convection oven with oil to prevent sticking.

9

Place the seasoned beef onto the rack, brushing the side that will go on the grill with the seasoned oil.

10

Grill the beef at 270 degrees Fahrenheit for about 20 minutes until golden brown on one side.

11

Flip the beef over, brush the other side with seasoned oil, and grill for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until cooked through.

12

Serve the suya with onions and additional suya spice, wrapped in newspaper.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillskewersmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

SuyaYaji Beef

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