Appetizers, Side Dishes
Blackened Shrimp Skewers
Recipe by Ninja Test Kitchen
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Cooking method:
Ninja® Foodi® XL Pro Grill & Griddle
- Prep time: 5 mins
- Total time: 35 mins
- Skill easy
- Serves 10 people
Blackened Shrimp Skewers
TIP: If using smaller shrimp, cut the vegetables and fruit to size. This will ensure all ingredients cook evenly.
Utensils required
Allergies
Tip: Allergy Advice
This dish contains the following allergens: Shellfish
Ingredients
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp (26–30 count),fresh or defrosted, peeled, deveined, tails on
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 2 tablespoons prepared Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 green bell pepper, cut in 1/4-inch pieces
- 1/2 red bell pepper, cut in 1/4-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup pineapple, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
- 10–12 (8-inch) Ninja® Foodi® Grill Skewers or skewers of your choice
- Cooked white or brown rice (optional)
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Method
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Step 1
To install the grill grate, slide it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the back until it clicks into place. Close the hood.
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Step 2
Select GRILL, set temperature to MAX, and set time to 20 minutes. Press the dial to begin preheating (preheating will take approximately 10 minutes).
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Step 3
Pat the shrimp dry. In a large bowl, toss the shrimp, oil, and Cajun seasoning until the shrimp is evenly coated.
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Step 4
Assemble the skewers in the following order until they’re almost full: shrimp, peppers, pineapple.
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Step 5
When unit beeps to signify it has preheated, open hood and place 5 to 6 skewers on grill grate, gently pressing them down to maximize grill marks. Leave hood open while cooking.
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Step 6
Grill for about 5 minutes per side or until shrimp is cooked through and pink. Remove from grill and repeat with any remaining skewers. Serve over cooked rice, if desired.
