{"id":"suya_06bb51cad6","slug":"suya","title":"Suya","description":"Suya is a quintessential West African street food, featuring thin strips of beef marinated in a potent, smoky, and nutty spice blend called Yaji, then grilled to perfection.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":35,"activeMinutes":20},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g Beef (Top Sirloin or Flank), thinly sliced","name":"Beef Top Sirloin","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"lb","form":"thinly sliced","notes":"Top sirloin or flank preferred","group":"Protein","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"100g Roasted Peanuts, finely ground","name":"Peanuts","quantity":100,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"cup","form":"finely ground","notes":"Roasted and unsalted; use Kuli-Kuli if available","group":"Yaji Spice Mix","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 tbsp Ginger powder","name":"Ginger","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Yaji Spice Mix","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 tbsp Garlic powder","name":"Garlic","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Yaji Spice Mix","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tbsp Onion powder","name":"Onion","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"Yaji Spice Mix","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 tsp Cayenne pepper","name":"Cayenne Pepper","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"ground","notes":"Adjust for heat","group":"Yaji Spice Mix","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1 tsp Smoked Paprika","name":"Paprika","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"smoked","notes":"","group":"Yaji Spice Mix","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 tsp Bouillon powder","name":"Broth","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"Beef or chicken flavor","group":"Yaji Spice Mix","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1/2 tsp Salt","name":"Salt","quantity":3,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"","notes":"Adjust to taste","group":"Yaji Spice Mix","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"60ml Vegetable oil","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"","group":"Coating","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-11","original":"1 Red onion, sliced","name":"Red Onion","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"sliced","notes":"Red, for serving","group":"Garnish","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a bowl, combine the ground peanuts, ginger powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, bouillon, and salt. Mix thoroughly to create the Yaji spice blend.","group":"Preparation","title":"Combine the ground peanuts, ginger powder, garlic powder, onion powder","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Thinly slice the beef into long, flexible strips. Thread the meat onto soaked skewers in an accordion-like fashion.","group":"Preparation","title":"Thinly slice the beef","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Brush the skewered beef with vegetable oil, then generously coat each skewer with the Yaji spice mix, pressing it into the meat. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.","group":"Preparation","title":"Brush the skewered beef","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Preheat your grill or oven to 375°F (190°C). Grill the skewers for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked through and the spice coating is slightly charred.","group":"Cooking","title":"Preheat your grill or oven","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Serve hot with sliced red onions and extra Yaji spice on the side.","group":"Serving","title":"Serve hot with sliced red onions and extra Yaji spice","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Traditional Suya is made with Kuli-Kuli (defatted peanut paste cake), but roasted peanut powder is an excellent home substitute. Use wooden skewers soaked in water to prevent burning.","cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Nigerian"]},"course":["appetizer","snack"],"cookingMethod":["grill","bake"],"equipment":["wooden skewers","grill or oven","mixing bowl","pastry brush"],"diet":["dairy_free","high_protein"],"allergens":["tree_nuts","peanuts"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":10,"unit":"skewer","note":"Approximate number of skewers"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Yaji spice mix can be made weeks in advance. Meat can be skewered and marinated up to 24 hours ahead."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover skewers in an airtight container.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat in an oven or air fryer to maintain texture."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fsuya_06bb51cad6%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=e20a3b99-9eff-4456-974e-6c436613bb88","imageAlt":"Suya — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["suya","african","nigerian","beef","skewers","spicy","peanut","street food"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Suya","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T22:26:02.554Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T22:26:02.554Z","related":[{"id":"boli_cb6fb8f7eb","slug":"boli-roasted-plantain","title":"Boli (Roasted Plantain)","description":"A beloved West African street food staple consisting of sweet, ripe plantains grilled until caramelized and smoky. 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