Appetizer
Easy
Grill
Low-Fat
Southern

Blackened Shrimp Skewers

These Blackened Shrimp Skewers are a delicious and easy dinner to throw on the grill!

TIP:

If using smaller shrimp, cut the vegetables and fruit to size. This will ensure all ingredients cook evenly.

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Item No. REC4850
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By Ninja Test Kitchen
  • Contains Shellfish
Total Time
0h 35m
Easy
10
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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)

Utensils needed

  • Large Bowl
  • Rubber Spatula

Instructions

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.

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).

Step 3
Pat the shrimp dry. In a large bowl, toss the shrimp, oil, and Cajun seasoning until the shrimp is evenly coated.

Step 4
Assemble the skewers in the following order until they’re almost full: shrimp, peppers, pineapple.

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.

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.