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Suya Skewers – West African Spiced Beef

Smoky, peanut-crusted beef skewers bursting with West African heat and umami. Our Fat Switch swaps traditional deep frying for pan-searing and cuts 40% of calories while keeping every ounce of street-vendor authenticity and addictive spice.

25m

Prep Time

12m

Cook Time

Servings

312

Calories

26g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 400g lean beef tenderloin, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
✓ 1 tsp groundnut or vegetable oil
✓ 1 tbsp natural peanut powder
✓ 1 tsp smoked paprika
✓ 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
✓ 0.5 tsp ground ginger
✓ 0.25 tsp scotch bonnet powder (or 1/8 tsp habanero)
✓ 1 tsp garlic powder
✓ 0.5 tsp sea salt
✓ 4 wooden skewers, soaked 30 minutes

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Thread & Marinate: Thread 5–6 beef cubes onto each soaked wooden skewer, leaving small gaps. In a shallow bowl, whisk lime juice, soy sauce, and 1 tsp paprika. Brush onto all sides of beef. Let sit 15 minutes while you prep the spice crust.

2. Build the Peanut Spice Mix: In a small bowl, combine peanut powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, ground ginger, scotch bonnet powder, garlic powder, and sea salt. Add 1 tbsp water and stir until you have a thick, spreadable paste with slight graininess.

3. Coat the Skewers: Working one skewer at a time, use a pastry brush or your fingers to coat each beef piece generously with the peanut spice mixture. Press gently so the crust adheres. Coat all four sides and ends.

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4. Heat the Pan: Place a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add 1 tsp groundnut oil; swirl until shimmering. The pan should be hot enough that a drop of water sizzles immediately.

5. Sear the Skewers: Carefully lay skewers flat in the hot pan (work in batches if needed). Sear 2–3 minutes per side without moving them; this builds a dark, crusty exterior and locks in juices. Total cooking time: 8–12 minutes for medium-rare beef at the center.

6. Rest & Finish: Transfer skewers to a warm plate and let rest 2 minutes. Serve immediately with lime wedges, thinly sliced onions, and fresh tomato slices on the side—traditional suya style.

7. Optional Char Boost: For deeper smokiness, finish skewers over a gas flame or under a hot broiler for 30 seconds per side just before serving. Watch carefully—peanut coating can char quickly.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories312 kcal

Protein26g

Carbohydrates14g

Fat14g

🏷️ Tags

#West African grilled beef skewers#peanut-crusted suya recipe#low-calorie spiced meat

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