THE ULTIMATE GUIDE:THE NIGERIAN STREET SNACKS;SUYA
Delicious Nigerian Street Suya! ๐ด Here's a step-by-step guide to making this popular Nigerian snack:
Ingredients:
- 500g thinly sliced pieces of beef, chicken, or goat meat ๐
- 1/2 cup peanut sauce (or suya spice) ๐ฅ
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil ๐ง
- 2 cloves garlic, minced ๐ก
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger ๐ฟ
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin ❀️
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika ❀️
- Salt and black pepper to taste ❗️
- 20-25 wooden skewers ๐ฟ
- Yaji spice (optional) ๐ฅ
Instructions:
1. Prepare the meat: Cut the meat into thin strips and place them in a bowl. ๐ฒ
2. Mix the marinade: In a separate bowl, combine peanut sauce, vegetable oil, garlic, ginger, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. ๐ฒ
3. Marinate the meat: Pour the marinade over the meat and mix well. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. ๐ฐ️
4. Thread the meat: Thread 3-4 pieces of marinated meat onto each wooden skewer. ๐ฟ
5. Grill the suya: Grill the suya over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the meat is cooked through and slightly charred. ๐ฅ
6. Serve: Serve the suya hot with a sprinkle of yaji spice (if using), sliced onions, tomatoes, and a side of peanut sauce for dipping. ๐ด
Tips:
- Use a mixture of peanut sauce and suya spice for a more authentic flavor. ๐
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning. ๐ง
- Adjust the amount of chili peppers or yaji spice to suit your desired level of spiciness. ๐ฅ
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