Chef note
Do not overwork the beef mix. The texture should stay tender enough to eat easily even after the char lands.
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Grilled Suya-Spiced Beef Skewers
Grills BBQ & SuyaStarter with smokeMakes 6 skewers12 ingredients5 steps
Ingredients
1kg minced beef
1 cup breadcrumbs
3 teaspoons finely ground roasted peanuts
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon Chef Stone's Secret Spice™️
6 bamboo skewers, soaked
Method
1
Combine the ground peanuts, cayenne, paprika, salt, ginger, garlic powder, and onion powder to build the suya-style spice blend.
2
Mix the minced beef with the breadcrumbs, a little salt, black pepper, Chef Stone's Secret Spice, and the prepared spice blend until just combined.
3
Shape the mixture into even portions and thread them onto the soaked skewers.
4
Grill over medium-high heat for 10 to 12 minutes, turning as needed, until cooked through and well charred.
5
Rest briefly before serving.
Plating direction
Serve three skewers arranged artfully on a dark, textured ceramic plate. Garnish with a sprinkle of finely chopped fresh parsley and a side of charred red onion petals for a touch of elegance and contrasting flavor.
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