Grilled Suya-Spiced Beef Skewers with Peanut Coating

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Tender beef skewers coated in a spicy peanut and chili mixture, grilled to smoky perfection—an iconic Nigerian street food. This african ready in about 30 minutes pairs beef sirloin, thinly sliced, roasted peanuts, finely ground, paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 African cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup finely ground roasted peanuts, 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp ginger powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp salt to make the suya spice mix.
  2. Step 2: Thread 1 lb thinly sliced beef sirloin onto soaked wooden skewers, folding slices gently to layer.
  3. Step 3: Brush each skewer with 2 tbsp vegetable oil, then generously coat with the peanut-spice mixture, pressing to adhere.
  4. Step 4: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat to 400°F.
  5. Step 5: Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning once, until beef is cooked through and edges are slightly charred.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes before serving with sliced onions and fresh tomatoes.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Suya-Spiced Beef Skewers with Peanut Coating take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Suya-Spiced Beef Skewers with Peanut Coating?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef sirloin, thinly sliced from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Suya-Spiced Beef Skewers with Peanut Coating?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Suya-Spiced Beef Skewers with Peanut Coating for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Grilled Suya-Spiced Beef Skewers with Peanut Coating?

African african like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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