Can I make suya without a grill?

Yes — a hot grill pan, oven broiler, or air fryer all work well. Aim for a slight char on the edges.

Yaji is peppery but can be adjusted — reduce the ground pepper in the mix for a milder version.

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Suya (Spicy Grilled Beef Skewers)

Name: Suya (Spicy Grilled Beef Skewers)
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Nigerian
Ingredients: Beef (sirloin, flank, or lean cuts) — thinly sliced; Yaji suya spice mix; Ground roasted peanuts; Groundnut (peanut) oil; Onions (sliced); Tomatoes (sliced); Cabbage (optional); Wooden or metal skewers; Salt

Smoky, peppery grilled beef skewers coated in Nigeria's iconic yaji spice.

40 min Serves 4Snack

Suya (Spicy Grilled Beef Skewers) — Nigerian snack recipe

Suya is the smoky, peppery grilled beef skewer that rules Nigerian nightlife. Thin strips of beef are coated in yaji — a fragrant blend of ground peanuts, ginger and hot pepper — then grilled over hot coals and served with fresh onions and tomatoes. This is Nigerian street food at its finest.