What is Nigerian Beef Suya exactly? We’re glad you asked, and you’ll be so thrilled you did, too. Grab your wooden skewers and fire up the grill because that’s where these yummy, savory treats are taking us. And the result? Slices and slices of juicy beef covered in the tastiest spices and nuttiest peanuts to create the most satisfying crunch. Served over the freshest veggies, Nigerian Beef Suya will make you glad you ventured out to try something new!
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanuts, salted
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 (2-pound) beef tri-tip roast or beef top sirloin steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 medium onion, cut into wedges
- 1 large tomato, cut into wedges
- fresh cilantro leaves, to taste
Directions
Step 1 –Add the peanuts to a food processor and process until they are finely chopped.
Step 2 –Add the paprika, the onion powder, the ginger, the red pepper flakes, and the garlic powder to the peanuts and pulse until they are combined.
Step 3 –Place the beef slices in a large bowl or shallow dish, drizzle them with the oil, sprinkle them with the salt, and toss to coat.
Step 4 –Add the peanut mixture to the beef slices and turn to coat.
Step 5 –Cover the beef slices and refrigerate for 2 hours.
Step 6 –Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Step 7 –Drain the beef slices and discard the marinade.
Step 8 –Thread the beef slices onto metal skewers or soaked wooden skewers.
Step 9 –Grill the skewers, covered, turning occasionally, until a thermometer inserted into the center of the beef slices reads at least 135 degrees F, 10-15 minutes.
Step 10 –Serve the skewers with the onion, the tomato, and the cilantro.
