Classic Chicken Suya
Traditional dish · Nigerian
A traditional Nigerian street food featuring marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection, coated in a spicy peanut and pepper rub.
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Ingredients
- Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless1 kg
- Suya spice mix (Yaji)100g
- Vegetable oil4 tbsp
- Onion, sliced1 large
- Tomatoes, sliced2 medium
- Lemon juice2 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with 2 tbsp vegetable oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
- 4
Generously coat the chicken skewers with suya spice mix (Yaji), ensuring an even layer.
- 5
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- 6
Grill skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and has a nice char.
- 7
While chicken is grilling, mix remaining 2 tbsp vegetable oil with any leftover suya spice mix.
- 8
Brush the cooked chicken skewers with the spiced oil mixture.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with sliced onions and tomatoes.
