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Yaji is a traditional spice blend originating from Northern Nigeria, deeply rooted in Hausa culinary culture. It's a bold, smoky mix of natural spices, including ginger, garlic, chilli pepper, cloves and locust beans, used for centuries to season and flavour meat, fish and vegetables. Think of it as Nigeria's answer to the spice rub: rich, complex and utterly addictive. Read our full guide to Yaji.

Suya is one of West Africa's most iconic street foods: thinly sliced meat, skewered, marinated in a peanut-spiced Yaji blend and grilled over an open flame. Originally from Northern Nigeria, it's sold by roadside vendors known as the mai suya and is loved across the continent. Our Yaji Suya blend brings that same authentic flavour straight to your barbecue. See our beef suya recipe.

Our All Purpose Yaji is your everyday seasoning, versatile enough for marinades, dry dips, and seasoning meat, fish and vegetables. Our Yaji Suya is crafted specifically as a marinade for suya, barbecue and grilling, with peanuts added the traditional way. Bolder, richer and built for the grill. Compare them side by side.

Mix your Yaji Suya with a little oil (vegetable, sunflower or groundnut oil all work well) until you have a thick paste. Coat your meat, cover and refrigerate for at least an hour, or overnight for maximum flavour. Then grill, barbecue or oven cook as normal.

As a guide, one to two teaspoons per portion is a good starting point. But honestly, Yaji is forgiving. Add more if you want bolder flavour, less if you're new to it. There's no wrong answer.

Our Yaji Suya contains peanuts and locust beans and is not suitable for anyone with a peanut or legume allergy. It may also contain traces of nuts, sesame and gluten. Our All Purpose Yaji contains locust beans and may not be suitable for anyone with a legume allergy. Always check the label before use.

Both blends are a product of Kaduna, Northern Nigeria, the heartland of suya culture and home to some of the finest spice-growing in West Africa.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Always reseal the pouch after use to keep your spice fresh and full of flavour.

Check the best before date printed on the seal of your pouch. For the best flavour, use within six months of opening.

Standard UK delivery is £2.80 by Royal Mail Tracked 48, usually 2 to 3 working days. Orders placed at weekends or on bank holidays are dispatched the next working day. We currently deliver to UK addresses only.