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Suya Peppered Chicken Gizzard Kebab

Cultural Context

Suya, originating from the northern regions of Nigeria, is a popular street food made from skewered and grilled meat, often served with spicy pepper sauce. Traditionally enjoyed at social gatherings and celebrations, it showcases the rich flavors of Nigerian cuisine. Today, variations like chicken gizzard kebabs have gained popularity, appealing to diverse palates both locally and globally.

NigerianNGmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken gizzards
1/2 cup ground peanuts
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
2 seasoning cubes
1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
8 skewers
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
1 medium tomato (sliced)

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

chicken gizzards

🥗Healthier: turkey gizzards

💰Cheaper: chicken hearts

Turkey gizzards are leaner, while chicken hearts are often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

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

ground peanuts

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almond flour has lower carbs, while sunflower seeds are often cheaper.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Smoked paprika provides flavor without heat, while chili powder is more economical.

1

Clean chicken gizzards under running water and pat dry.

2

Marinate gizzards with lemon juice, garlic, ginger, and seasoning cubes for at least 30 minutes.

3

Prepare a spice mix by combining ground peanuts, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

4

Coat marinated gizzards with the spice mix thoroughly.

5

Skewer the gizzards onto soaked skewers, alternating with bell pepper pieces.

6

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

7

Brush skewers with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.

8

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

9

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

10

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with sliced tomatoes.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingskewering

Spice Level:

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Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Suya Gizzard KebabPeppered Gizzard Skewers

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