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EATING STREET FOOD IN LAGOS, NIGERIA | TRYING SUYA AT BUKKA HUT - 2020

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Suya

Cultural Context

Suya is a popular street food originating from Nigeria, traditionally made with skewered and grilled spicy meat, often served with sliced vegetables. It holds cultural significance as a communal dish enjoyed at gatherings and celebrations. Today, Suya has gained international popularity, inspiring variations across West Africa and beyond, often featuring different meats and spice blends.

NigerianNGmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb goat meat
2 tablespoons groundnut oil
1 cup onions, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
1 tablespoon ground pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 seasoning cubes
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
2 tomatoes, diced
8 skewers
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon thyme
2 bay leaves
1 cup cabbage, shredded
1 cup sliced 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 lower in fat, while pork is often less expensive.

groundnut powder

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: peanut flour

Almond flour offers a nutty flavor with fewer calories.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often cheaper.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Paprika provides flavor without the heat.

1

Marinate goat meat with groundnut oil, chopped onions, minced garlic, minced ginger, ground pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, and seasoning cubes.

2

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

3

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

4

Thread marinated goat meat onto skewers, alternating with chunks of vegetables.

5

Place skewers on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until charred and cooked through.

6

In the last few minutes, brush with lemon juice for added flavor.

7

Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

8

Serve with sliced onions and cabbage on the side.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillskewersmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Yaji

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