Suya spice is the most versatile blend in your spice rack
Most British home cooks think of suya as just a beef skewer rub. It's so much more. The peanut-paprika-ginger-chilli profile works on almost any protein you cook in a UK kitchen, and on a few vegetables you wouldn't expect. After a year of testing across hundreds of UK home kitchens, here are the 7 ways British cooks are actually using Costack Suya Spice (Smoky Peanut BBQ Rub).
1. Beef skewers (the classic)
Cube 600g sirloin or ribeye. Coat with 3 tbsp Costack Suya Spice + 2 tbsp oil. Thread on skewers. Grill 2-3 minutes per side over high heat. Serve with raw onion and lime. Full recipe here.
2. Suya wings
1kg chicken wings, patted dry, rubbed with 2 tbsp Costack Suya Spice + 1 tbsp baking powder. Air-dry in fridge 4 hours. Roast at 220C for 35-40 minutes. Sticky, smoky, peanutty. Better than any wing chain in the UK.
3. Suya grilled lamb chops
4 lamb chops, rubbed with 1.5 tbsp Costack Suya Spice + a squeeze of lemon. Rest 30 minutes. Grill or pan-fry 3 minutes each side for medium. Rest 3 minutes. Serve with mint sauce or yoghurt + cucumber.
4. Suya salmon
Sounds weird, tastes incredible. 4 salmon fillets, dry-rubbed with 1.5 tbsp Costack Suya Spice + 1 tbsp oil. Bake at 200C for 14 minutes. The peanut-paprika rub crusts the surface while the salmon stays buttery inside.
5. Suya halloumi (vegetarian)
Slice 2 blocks of halloumi into 1cm slices. Rub with 1 tbsp Costack Suya Spice. Pan-fry in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. 2 minutes per side. Serve over salad with lemon dressing.
6. Suya popcorn
Sounds strange. Tastes excellent at a party. Pop 100g popcorn kernels with 2 tbsp oil. While hot, toss with 1 tbsp Costack Suya Spice + 1 tsp sea salt + 1 tsp sugar. The sweet-salty-spicy-nutty combination is addictive.
7. Suya pasta
Cook 400g penne. While the pasta cooks: brown 500g beef mince in a pan. Add 2 tbsp Costack Suya Spice, 1 tin chopped tomatoes, 100ml beef stock. Simmer 10 minutes. Stir in cooked pasta. Top with parmesan. A bold, savoury twist on pasta that genuinely works.
What is suya spice?
Suya spice is a smoky peanut BBQ rub. Ground peanuts, ginger, paprika, garlic, onion, salt, and chilli, blended for grilled meat and skewers. Costack Suya Spice (Smoky Peanut BBQ Rub) is a premium UK seasoning, allergen-labelled and trusted by home cooks since 2014.
Storage and shelf life
Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight. Costack Suya Spice lasts 18-24 months from the production date printed on the jar. Once opened, use within 12 months for peak aroma.
FAQs
Does Costack Suya Spice contain nuts?
Yes. Costack Suya Spice contains peanuts. Allergen information is on the label in compliance with UK food labelling law (Natasha's Law). Not suitable for guests with peanut allergies.
Is Costack Suya Spice spicy?
Medium heat. More smoky-nutty than fire-hot. For more heat, add Costack Hot Smoky Chilli Powder.
Can I use suya on vegetables?
Yes. Roast carrots, sweet potato, cauliflower, or aubergine with 1.5 tbsp suya + 2 tbsp oil at 200C for 25-30 minutes.
How long does suya rub stay on meat?
Apply at least 30 minutes before cooking for the seasoning to bond with the surface. Up to 24 hours overnight in the fridge gives the deepest flavour.
Where do I buy Costack Suya Spice in the UK?
Online at www.costack.uk. ยฃ15 per jar. Free UK delivery on orders over ยฃ35. Delivered by Royal Mail or Evri, 2-3 working days, to London, Birmingham, and every UK postcode.
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The BBQ & Smoky Heat Box at ยฃ40 pairs Costack Suya Spice with more bold blends and the free Costack Flavour Bible ebook. The complete BBQ kit. Free UK delivery on orders over ยฃ35.
