West African Uncles Try Each Others Spiced Meat (Suya)
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- If you've never heard of Suya, let these uncles school you in a taste test to see who has grilled, smoked, and seasoned their dish to perfection! Interested in being in a food swap video and located in NY? Apply here: forms.gle/cxCwbS2qQLVcxkSe9
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By the accents alone, I knew who would win this 😂😂😂😂
LMFAOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
THAT PART
right
Lmao right
two americans and one nigerian make suya
I honestly don’t think AC has ever had authentic suya in his life because “it’s real spicy”, “dry”, “chewy like beef jerky” literally explains how authentic suya is supposed to be lol
Yea I mean he airfried his chicken lol. Thats how you know he doesn't know what suya is. He should've just said that lol. All he wanted was some west African food 😅
He might’ve been thinking of kilishi
@@vanessavazquez5167Kilishi is the actual jerkey, so way drier than suya
His accent sounds forced too.😂
Lolol he tried😅😅😅
“Americanizing” it is the very reason he didn’t win. Let African food stay African😂
Likee Fr 😂
Cause hes not from Africa, he's black.
PERIODDDD
I was so pissed when he said that
@@hengry2nigga what
@@hengry2he's black? You mean like everyone else in the video 😂
“I had to Americanize it a little bit”
👀😂 NO. SIR.
He don’t represent us Black Americans only put olives in vodka😂🤣
I sensed instant defeat when I saw the American Flag lmfao.
“Olives, is that normal?” 🤣💀
😂😂 looking like some Spanish rice.
😂 very valid question though!! I was shocked to spot an olive 🫒
Funny ash cause once she said that I looked down and your comment was sitting there 😂😂😂😂
Even the producer was like.. um.. you suppose do that??😂
that wasn’t even jollof l😭😭
As a Jamaican I could tell that Segun was going to be the best based on the presentation! But why did AC put jerk (Jamaican seasoning) on the chicken and try to add an American twist when the competition is purely based on West African authenticity 😭😭 Anyway, it was entertaining to watch 😂
Right. I was confused. I’m Nigerian American and I would never do what he did. He’s an embarrassment 😂
@@Justkicks4meexactly!!!! When I saw the Olives I knew he would be a complete disappointment. What auntie raised him ? 😂😂😂😂
I could tell from the shape of his nose he means business and I wanna try his food!
@@tessaclarke1242 🤣
@@tessaclarke1242😅😅😅
The #notSuya count has me SCREAMING!! 😂
and the "this is so wrong" at the end took me OUTT
Hahaha
for real😂
I was screaming 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Rolling 😂
I just knew Uncle Segun was going to be the best by his outfit alone 🤣
Facts
AC, you need help!😮😂😂
Olives in Jollof?!?!? I’ll pass. And that Jollof is too light.
Pink Rice 😂
It’s the kidney beans for me
Everything was wrong
He said it was village jollof (meaning cooked in palm oil) so that explains the light color village jollof typically doesn't have tomato. But putting those god awful olives in the rice is horrible
I'm not sure if you're West African but either way well done! No silly twists, olives in jollof is the worst thing I've encountered.
AC did an Afro/Jamaican/Dominican blend of flavors 😆 Very New York of him.
Nbs! The olives in the rice is mad Dominican 😂
@@laylaynat1929 It's like putting raisins in the potato salad.
I’m from NYC. Also Nigerian American and I would never. He played himself. 😂
@@happyhairgirlsexactly 😂
@@Justkicks4me it’s definitely not something that should have been brought to a suya challenge that’s for sure. 😂😂😂
As a Nigerian, Im so happy that Segun came to save the day for my peeps because Mr air fried chicken pissed me off and had me losing faith in humanity. I didn’t wanna hear nothing else that werey wanted to say after seeing the rubbish he called suya🤣🤣 anyways, NAIJA NO DEY CARRY LAST🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬
Bro for real😂
ABEG OOOO 😂 🇳🇬
Omfg this comment made me laugh tire 😂😂😂😂
I’m not Nigerian but even I know AC lost his damn mind with that plate 😂😂😂
Kind of random but I love the way Segun (the Nigerian uncle) talks, very calming and friendly energy.
Not random. I was thinking the same thing🤎
Me too!!! ☺️
There's nothing calm about him, I can tell you that much for free.
That's how all them Yoruba demons lure unsuspecting preys.
@@BoluwatifeOlajide its never that serious...
@@BoluwatifeOlajidecalm down
Cocoa Butter gets major props this time! There were actual uncles from West African countries, and nobody made a vegan version.
As an afro-vegan I don't know why my people had to catch that stray, lol
@@craigslistreplies3485 My bad. I give my word that was aimed at Cocoa Butter when I pulled the trigger. Sorry. 😂
@@craigslistreplies3485vegan was just an example lmao. it’s always that one mf that always tries to put they own “twist” on it instead of following the mf instructions and wonder why they lose!
Suya is a Nigerian dish not some generic food from west Africa
@@bami3934it’s also a Cameroonian dish not just Nigeria
Uncle Segun's suya was the only one that looked edible! He was delightful as well ❤🎉
Don't invite AC back for any cooking challenges...I'm not even Nigerian but I was appalled at his Suya. He violated.
Thank you for this post. I am Nigerian, so embarrassed like be proud of were you are from and research if you are not sure. At least you tried😢
I knew AC was gonna lose based on how he pronounced suya smh 😂💔
🤣🤣🤣😭💀
APPALLED ISNT EVEN THE WORD😭 the amount of times "he said what" came from my mouth, it should be a world record.
nah chill he was good vibes complete comedians i would love to see him in another vid 😂
As a Nigerian American AC definitely played himself. Like why even participate if you’re going to make unflavored jerk chicken and pose it as Suya. It’s like saying you are making pizza for a Italian episode but bring in Chinese food instead. 😒😂
Exactly!!!!!
So funny 😂😂😂
@@chichionwuzuruike He’s a mess lol
@@amandauwa4354 😆
The thing is ….. if he wanted to make suya with chicken there are these Caribbean style chicken bites that he could have started with (the cut and cooking method) and then put the spice. That would have been way better and atleast tasted good. Homie doesn’t cook 😅
Now, taste is subjective and we appreciate creativity - but suya is traditionallly grilled over an open flame - so I knew Mr. Airfried wasn't going to win, lol. I love how considerate and knowledgeable the winner was. His looked the best too!
Lol it was kinda goofy.
Period. Certain things need to grilled!
Once i saw air fried I knew his was going to be a let down. When i was growing up in lagos, suya was on a tender grilled meat(usually goat) that would resemble teriyaki chicken with dry rub. Served on the side of the road by street vendors.
I use an air fryer to make suya, but there be tricks to it.
Also for the smoky taste you can cheat with liquid smoke.
The things cravings and no garden will make you learn. 😅
The Nigerian New Yorker just decided to make what he wanted. The moment he said he used air fryer I knew he would lose. I don't even think he used the correct spice. lol
Segun said he has 10 nephew and niece, you know he has experienced judgements and criticism about his food because kids don't hold back. He definitely has perfected his cooking skill 👏👏
It's the way they be sliding these plates onto the table that always takes me out.
But even when the producers are questioning the dish...you KNOW somebody messed up
Exactly I thought was the only one that noticed how they just slung them on the table 😂😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂😂 lol
You can't slide plates with food like that for Trinidadian people. That's a no.
@@nickinone2726lol they did😂when they had trinidadian contestants
I am German, my wife is Nigerian. I love Suya. Glad uncle Segun won. Not only did he clearly make the best Suya. He also represented Nigeria well. Bragging rights well deserved 😄
I knew Segun was gone win 😂 he seemed more knowledgeable about the dish
I’m surprised the Ghanaian didn’t add eggs along with the cucumbers and tomatoes 😭
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Nooooo
Leave us alone abeg 😞😂
Heeeeyyyyyy 😅😅😅😅
here we go..😭
Dam some egg would’ve been nice
As a Nigerian that second dish was tragic and we do not claim that as suya.
Confam 😂😂😂
Lmao as a Jamaican American, I knew his plate was not even close to suya. 😂😂😂 He really made up his own dish
@@ashleycampbell4274😂😂😂
This was so dope 👏🏽 A group of us from Chicago attended a West African cooking demonstration where Segun was the cook on our trip to NYC late January/February 2023. I must say I enjoyed the dishes he prepared for us and the specialty cocktail he made 😊 Congratulations on the win Segun🎉 🎉🎉
I remember you guys !!! Thanks so much!!!
@@segunsoulsingerwow its you, your food looks delicious and you seem so pleasant
@@segunsoulsingeri would love to hear you sing
Oh wow that’s so cool!
@cholehart5811 I think I still have the video of him singing too 😊
Segun’s face reactions are soooo funny LMAO
Really liked this episode😂 if it was West African Aunties, the way they’d be roasting each other would be so brutal😂, big ups to Segun for the win👏🏾.
Segun spoke like he truly understands the concept of Suya 😀 that second plate with Jollof 😅😅😅😅
Omg!!!? Literally just followed you on Twitter, lmaooo algorithm over working itself
Thanks
As a Ghanaian, I'm not even mad. It is a Nigerian dish after all 😂
Ur not serious 😂
first mistake was using beef instead of lamb. The regular suya on the street is almost always lamb/sheep. Cow is not as tender and juicy.
We use beef in Ghana. Lamb isn't common@@Gwarzonicus
@@impishishere i am ghanaian myself trust me its usually sheep. Cow street suya is not common
@@Gwarzonicus Lol if you say so
The olives 😂😂😂 everybody so creative..
I spat my drink out😂
Uncle Segun’s suya is the Nigerian suya, the meat is always fatty and chewy. And we eat suya with cabbage and onions 💯
WALE MY BOY. can't have a west african cookup without the sibling rivalry brotherhood that is Ghana and Nigeria. Segun deserved to win, this boy understood the assignment.
Wale serves his food like I'd like it too - meat and salad is lit. But Suya is one of my favourite foods and as a Ghanaian I am blessed the Nigerians introduced it to us.
Chale ur eye open lol
@@walesmith2161 EH! Nyame adom!
My guy brought chicken and rice and thought he’d win 😂
Uncle Segun repping the Naija clan properly. I’m so proud 😂and happy
Segun killed me at 5:33 with “i don’t know what to try here” 💀 he said WHERE THE SUYA AT SIRRRRRRRRR
😂😂😂😂 pissed
For the 100th times it’s NOT SUYA! 🤣
The 'not suya' count was so hilarious 😂😂😂
Not surprised Uncle Segun won as his name translates to victorious in Yoruba language. He seemed well versed in the culture too! His plate presentation was impeccable and you can tell there was care put into his cooking. Yoruba Kingdom check in! 🤴🏾
lol even the producer knew olives was not right
I see Mr. “Not Suya” knew what he was doing 🤣
It wasn't. It was rice and chicken
Segun is a true Nigerian abeg👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽. No forming no overdoing.
I knew bro was gonna win when I saw that hat 🤣🤣. Just looked like he didn't come to play.
He looked so proud showing his plate 😍
Did 😂❤
Seguns disapproving nigerian look is authentically on point😂😂😂😂
4 is the lowest score I've seen on this show! 🤣 🤣 🤣
Was almost a 2
@@RR-rx2kq yup 🤣
This was so enjoyable!!! No haters. Just wonderful Uncles being honest. And I'm glad Segun won. His entire vibe is beautiful.
Praise Cocoa Butter for putting the recipe on the screen!!!
Olives in rice?😂…Why are we adding an American touch to a African dish?😭
Americans don't put olives in rice lol
More like Spanish touch
@@alexsisbutler9479 I was about to say just that. 😂
@@micherlinejoseph2591spanish? never seen olives on rice in my life
@@micherlinejoseph2591Puerto Rican probably
Lmao at the “not Suya” count.
I liked this episode! The Uncles were cute and actually reminded of little boys at times (this is a compliment) - especially Segun with his facial expressions. Thank you for introducing me to Suya. 😀
Originating from the Hausa Region in Northern Nigeria, suya, or tsire, is a smoked, seasoned meat skewer. Tsire is actually the name for the meat, while suya, although it's the mainstream name, actually in Hausa denotes "how it's made, not necessarily what it is.
You're absolutely correct!!
We need Segun on any & everything .... He's delightful. Is he in Houston? LOL
New York
@@oluwafeyisekemiodofa198Omo! LOL
AC as a Nigerian how could you bring jollof rice with olives to the table? 😂
😆😆😆
I work with people in a home for ppl with disabilities. I am going to cook this tonight. They don’t have any allergies and they love trying new food. I’m excited to try this with them.❤❤❤❤
Thank you for your service and I hope they liked it.
The second Wale said he was going to win, I knew that he was in fact not going to win 😭😭 AC reminded me of the lady on the Jerk Chicken ep (I think on BuzzfeedUK) that used bbq sauce instead of jerk sauce, for her jerk chicken🫣🫣
I am glad Segun won. 🥳He has a humble spirit🤎
I hate it when they spit out food (that was too dramatic); But this episode was good because the contestants werent doing the most by being overly critical.
I hope Segun got more than just bragging rights.
Not me thinking the guy with black hat was crying from the heat.
All them got black hats. Which one? 😂
@@k-savage2360 two are wearing baseball caps. One is wearing a a top hat like the monopoly piece 😂
@@michelwithnoa7018 Lmaooo like the old man from monopoly right?!
Not the heat but the taste of the rice lol.
I've had the pleasure of trying Segun's cooking in Brooklyn! He is super kind and an amazing chef!
uerto Rican and I’ve never had any type of African food but when I tell you I just KNEW Segun’s food was better, I KNEW his food was better! He seems like such a humble soul and a great uncle.
Adding the olives is a Latin rice thing he got from the LES oF NYC 💪🏽
He definitely did. In my 30 years of living as a Nigerian American, I have never seen olives in jollof. Abeg he should never do that ish again!
Yup that’s how us Dominicans and Puerto Ricans cook our arroz
Yup! My ex-husband is Puerto Rican and his family always added olives to the rice.
Funny you say that because he's actually from the LES 😂😂😂
Not something to be proud of that shit is gross
I’m with Segun, lamb over beef. Good job 👏🏽
Yes!! I was rooting for Segun from the start! As soon as I saw the seasoning, onion and kebab, I knew he was bound to win, hes a true Nigerian man ❤😂
This video is delightful. I enjoyed the competition and the personality of all the uncles. Keep it up!!
Wale need to hush lol. Can’t even tell the difference from the meats 😂 At least he won second place 💖
man that lamb was so dry u couldn’t even taste lol
10/10 for Segun off looks alone!
You can already see who the winner was going to be. I did. Kenyan and he just looked like he knew what he was talking about and the onion sliced like that already was impressive! Maybe one day ill taste this suya. 😊 🌍
Lol why am I crushing on Segun he’s adorable 🥰😌
AC must stand for After Cooking I should not do it again poor AC 😅
"I can't believe I lost". Oga, you put olives inside jollof rice😭😭😭
😂😂😂
Suya with extra onions please. Always! We love you Chef Segun.
Edit: as an African American we did not want American fried chicken!
What other dishes are eaten with suya?
@onlyh8720 jollof rice, fried rice, salad or french fries
@@onlyh8720 It's mostly its own meal. It's usually bought as a snack/add-on as street food originating from the Hausa people of the Sahel
Segun’s looked the best. He was cool.
Congrats Chef, this was a great surprise!👏🏾❤️
I'm not surprised Segun won, his food tastes amazing!!
“I added olives to Americanise my dish”.
Brotha that’s where you f*cked up… 🤣
Bravo brother!!! We are proudly Nigerians and we don’t joke about our bragging rights. 👏🏾🙌🏾
I'm from Sweden and have never heard about this dish before, but now I'm super curious! Will look up the spice blend and try making it myself (with lamb, obviously). Thanks for the inspiration!
I'm about to go buy suya in 30 minutes lol. It's a regular evening snack here in Nigeria and you have one at the junction of any major street.
Slice the meat more thinly than in the video.
You'll probably need to find an African store, even then unlikely they'll have authentic Suya spice powder. It is native to Nigeria (and the North at that). In the U.S. a lot of Nigerians make "recipe" versions and trust me, might as well not even have it. This should be a all or nothing sort of thing.
@@fistandpen2505 You must not be very smart you know that you can buy all of the herbs and mix them together to make your own🤦🏾♀️
@@fistandpen2505I disagree, you can get good Suya in the US. There’s an African restaurant in New york, idk if the spice is sourced from West Africa but it taste the same as the ones I’ve tried sourced from Nigeria.
I want to make this so bad. I made peanut powder a while ago but I don't have all the seasonings for it. I tried to make jollef rice but I didn't have all the ingredients either lol but I used red pepper Scott bonett pepper, tomato paste and chicken bouillon. YOOOO it was sooo damn good but that's all I made lol there's so much more ingredients that go into it. God bless next time after I get all the ingredients I'll make it. You would think you could find most ingredients since I live in Brooklyn. God bless guys sending love from my Jamaican flavored breadfruit roasting roots 🇯🇲❤️🇯🇲
Just order suya spice known as yaji online or from an African store. The peanut process (kuli kuli) is very complex moat Nigerians don’t even make it at home but buy it. Don’t use peanut powder!
There's tons of nigerian supermarkets especially in Brooklyn
I’m so glad for channels like this so if and when I have some cultural cooking then I know what it’s supposed to look like 😂
Hi a guy from Côte d'Ivoire here. We love Suya over here and we call it Choucouya. Yes it hails from Nigeria but I think our folks make it right too, and we have also so many combinations. The people who make it though are mostly the Hausa people, and they're so good at it, we are blessed to have them.
AC abeg what was that nonsense suya ooo? Em-ba-ra-ssin
Segun was too cute holding out his food like that
You know you f’d up when the cameraman stops minding the camera to question your choice of ingredients
Could tell straightaway Segun was gonna win and if there are more videos...he gonna win all of them!
All i want to say about AC’s plate…That’s #NotSuya 😂😭
Does AC know it’s meant to be spicy 😭🤣 that’s why he made his that way ooo
LMAO😂
Can we have people try each other’s akara/acaraje??
I want Segun to be my uncle. He seems like a really humble and nice guy, and I want to try his Suya!
Jollof rice and olives are crazy. Go to your room sir 😂
I only needed to hear uncle Segun to know he would win. Thank you for sharing the recipe, too! Is that a new thing in the channel? Much appreciated! 🤗
This episode actually made me want to fight. There needs to be a redo. Two people didn’t even make suya. They got me fucked up 😭 People who don’t know about suya will never know how serious it is based on this episode. There should have been at least one mallam
Omg, I agree. We needed the originators. Segun (winner) tried but he really didn't have competition 😂
@momoe. 4075 😤 there's ABSOLUTELY NO NEED to use swear words here, unless you don't know any other vocabulary words 🤔 in that case,
GO BACK TO SCHOOL!!
LMAO “They got me fucked up” is how I feel😩 theyve come to disgrace the holy name of suya ooooooooooooooo😂
This comment!!! We need one with a mallam😂
I knew which uncle would win by how many nieces and nephews he had! Kids tell you the truth about food!
Love these men! Commentary everything 😂
Lmaooo now AC know he wrong for air frying that chicken !! 😭 and adding that one olive!
The immediate look at the plate like "wtf is this" sends me
In my Nigerian voice & in agreement with Wale & Segun regarding AC’s dish, “Ah, what is this???” Suya? No, this is not suya😂😂😂”
I’m obsessed with watching this channel lol. I fall asleep watching it.
"I have up to 10 nieces and nephews", up to is interesting
depends how they behave that day... maybe yesterday he had 9 bc one was wildin'
I was thinking the same thing. Does it change daily 😂😂😂
Segun is my dad😂😂 .
Who else was holding their breath waiting for that last #Not Suya 😂😂