Beef Suya Skewers
Smoky, spiced Nigerian beef skewers with a fiery peanut crust. Marinated in aromatics and grilled until charred, served with tangy tomato-onion relish.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef sirloin or tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ½ cup roasted unsalted peanuts, finely ground
- 1 tbsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- 1
Soak 8 wooden skewers in cold water for 20 minutes.
- 2
Mix ground peanuts, cayenne, paprika, garlic, ginger, 0.5 tsp salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl.
- 3
Pat beef dry. Toss with 1 tbsp oil and a pinch of salt until coated evenly.
- 4
Roll beef cubes in peanut mixture, pressing gently so coating adheres. Thread onto skewers, 4–5 pieces per skewer.
- 5
Brush skewers with remaining 2 tbsp oil. Let rest 5 minutes.
- 6
Toss diced tomato and onion with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Set aside.
- 7
Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high (oil the grates lightly). Grill skewers 3–4 minutes, turning once, until edges char and beef cooks through.
- 8
Transfer to a serving platter. Let rest 2 minutes.
- 9
Spoon tomato relish over skewers. Serve immediately with lime wedges if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- wooden skewers
- shallow mixing bowl
- grill or grill pan
- long metal tongs
- small cutting board
- chef's knife
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