How to Make Kilishi (Nigerian Beef Jerky): A Step-by-Step Recipe

 

Kilishi, also known as Nigerian beef jerky, is a popular snack in West Africa. It’s made from thin strips of beef that are seasoned, dried, and roasted to perfection. Here’s a simple recipe to make kilishi at home:

 

Ingredients:
– 1 kg beef
– 1/2 tsp garlic powder
– 1 tsp cloves powder
– 1/2 pinch ginger powder
– Seasoning cubes
– 2 pinches salt
– 1/2 tsp paprika
– 2 tbsp suya spice
– 1/3 cup oil
– Chopped cucumber and green pepper (for garnishing)

Procedure:
1. *Prepare the beef*: Remove excess fat from the beef and cut it into thin fillets.
2. *Mix kilishi spice*: Combine seasoning, salt, spices, ginger powder, garlic powder, cloves powder, and oil in a bowl.
3. *Dry the beef*: Sun-dry the beef fillets for 6 hours.
4. *Marinate*: Soak the dried beef in the kilishi spice solution.
5. *Bake*: Line an oven tray with baking sheet, lay the beef flat, and bake at 180°C for 20 minutes.
6. *Suya spice mixture*: Mix suya spice, pepper, and oil.
7. *Glaze*: Brush the suya spice mixture on the beef and bake for 10-15 minutes, flipping occasionally.
8. *Cool*: Let the kilishi cool completely. Note: It will become drier as it cools.

Tips:
– Monitor oven time to prevent over-drying.
– Adjust seasoning to taste.
– Store kilishi in airtight containers.

Nutrition Information (per serving):
– Calories: 250
– Protein: 35g
– Fat: 10g
– Saturated fat: 2.5g
– Sodium: 250mg

Variations:
– Add other spices or herbs to the kilishi spice mixture.
– Use different types of meat, such as chicken or goat.
– Experiment with various seasoning cubes.

 

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