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Beef Suya Kebab

Cultural Context

Originating from Nigeria, Suya kebabs are a popular street food, traditionally made with skewered meat seasoned with a spicy peanut sauce. This dish is often enjoyed at social gatherings and is a staple in West African cuisine, reflecting the region's love for bold flavors and grilling techniques. Today, Suya has gained popularity beyond Nigeria, with variations found in many countries, often adapted to local tastes and ingredients.

NigerianGHmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb beef
3 tablespoons peanut butter
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
8 skewers
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 cup bell peppers
1 cup tomatoes
2 cups lettuce

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

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers similar flavor with less fat.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken offers lower fat content.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity.

1

Cut beef into thin strips.

2

Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

3

Mix peanut butter, vegetable oil, onion, garlic, ginger, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until smooth.

4

Marinate beef strips in the mixture for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

5

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

6

Thread marinated beef onto soaked skewers, alternating with bell peppers and tomatoes.

7

Grill kebabs for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until meat is cooked through and slightly charred.

8

Remove kebabs from grill and let rest for a few minutes.

9

Serve kebabs on a bed of lettuce with lime juice drizzled on top.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlskewers

Spice Level:

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Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

SuyaKebabsGrilled Beef Skewers

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