Ninja Foodi Smart XL Grill

Your guide to grilling like a Foodi

Welcome to the Ninja® Foodi™ Smart XL Grill recipe book. From here, you're just a few pages away from recipes, tips, and tricks, and helpful hints that will help you achieve the perfect doneness every time you grill. Now open the hood and let's get grilling in your kitchen.

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Recipe List

Marinades

• Teriyaki Marinade
• Garlic & Herb Marinade
• Simple Steak Marinade

Spice Rubs

• Easy BBQ Spice Rub
• Everyday Spice Rub
• Dry Herb Rub

Dipping Sauces

• Chimichurri Sauce
• Lemony-Garlic Chili Mayo
• Jamaican Jerk Ketchup

Kickstarter Recipes

• Grilled New York Strip Steaks with Asparagus
• Pork Loin Fillets with Grilled Vegetables

Mains

Poultry

• Honey Mustard & Barbecue-Glazed Chicken Breasts
• Spicy Buttermilk Ranch Fried Chicken
• Mustard-Rubbed Chicken

Pork

• Chicken-Fried Pork with Crispy New Potatoes

Beef

• Carne Asada Sandwiches
• Classic Cheeseburgers

Seafood

• Shrimp Tacos
• Mahi Mahi with Pineapple Salsa
• Whole Fillet of Salmon with Dill Topping

Sides & Apps

• Maple-Glazed Butternut Squash
• Vegetable Flatbread
• Mexican Street Corn

Desserts

• Grilled Apple Tarts

Cooking Charts

• Grill Chart
• Air Crisp Chart
• Dehydrate Chart

Recipe Key

We've tagged recipes with these icons to help find the right one for you:

• Foodi™ Smart Thermometer ?️
• Frozen to char-grilled ❄️➡️?
• Kid-friendly food ?
• 10 minutes or less ⏱️
• Gluten-free ✅
• Dairy-free ?
• Keto ?
• Vegetarian ?

Cyclonic Grilling TECHNOLOGY

Perfectly cook food on the inside and char-grill every side with super-hot Cyclonic Grilling Technology. The 500° grilling chamber gives you the fast, juicy, char-grilled results you want by combining a unique, high-density grill grate with cyclonic air that circulates rapidly around food.

Now with the Smart Cook System and an XL capacity, you can achieve the perfect doneness without the guesswork and feed the entire family.

NO GUESSWORK

• Leave-in thermometer
• Smart Cook System auto shuts off when done

PERFECT DONENESS

Grilled favorites: Quick and easy meals (Classic Cheeseburgers, page 26)

No-flip grilling: No more falling apart (Grilled Salmon Fillet, page 40)

Perfect doneness: No guesswork (Grilled New York Strip Steaks with Asparagus, page 14)

Grilled thrills: Grill the unexpected (Grilled Apple Tarts, page 36)

Frozen to char-grilled: No thawing required (Honey Mustard & Barbecue-Glazed Chicken Breasts, page 18)

More flavor. Less smoke.

After hundreds of hours of recipe testing, our chefs have paired your favorite foods with recommended temperature settings to maximize grill flavors while minimizing smoke.

Always use recommended oils

For less smoke, use oils with a high smoke point—like canola, avocado, vegetable, or grapeseed oil—instead of olive oil. If you choose to cook ingredients at a higher temperature than recommended, it may result in more smoke and food having a burnt, acrid flavor.

• LO / 400°F: Best for bacon and sausages and when using thicker barbecue sauces. (Example: Sausage & Pepper Grinders, 10 MINS)
• MED / 450°F: Best for frozen meats and marinated ingredients. (Example: Frozen Chicken Breasts, 25 MINS)
• HI / 500°F: Best for steaks, chicken, and burgers. (Example: Grilled New York Strip Steaks & Asparagus, 11 MINS)
• MAX / up to 510°F: Best for veggies, fruit, fresh and frozen seafood, and pizza. (Example: Pineapple & Peaches, 8 MINS)

Perfectly done with the Foodi. Smart Thermometer.

Dual Sensor Technology: The leave-in Foodi Smart Thermometer continuously monitors the internal temperature of food in two places for more accurate cooking results. The Smart Cook System lets you know when it's time to take your food off the grill and let it rest.

How to place the thermometer

Once you've selected your cooking function, cooking temperature, protein type, and desired level of doneness, insert the Foodi™ Smart Thermometer into the thickest part of your protein while the grill is preheating.

Food Type Placement

• Steaks, Pork chops, Lamb chops, Chicken breasts, Burgers, Tenderloins, Fish fillets: Insert thermometer horizontally into the center of the thickest part of the meat. Make sure the tip is inserted straight into the center, not angled. Ensure it's close to (but not touching) the bone and away from fat or gristle. For fillets, the thickest part may not be the center; ensure the tip hits the thickest part.
• Whole chicken: Insert thermometer horizontally into the thickest part of the breast, parallel to, but not touching, the bone. Make sure the tip reaches the center of the thickest part and doesn't go through the breast into the cavity.

NOTE: DO NOT use the thermometer with frozen protein or for cuts of meat thinner than 1 inch.

Ninja Beef Doneness Guide

Everyone's idea of doneness differs. This guide shows you what you can expect from each of our preset beef doneness settings.

Reasons meat cooks differently: No two pieces of protein are alike, and they'll never cook the same. Pay close attention to the sizes of meat listed in our cooking charts. Here are some more tips to ensure a great cooking experience:

• Cut size: Proteins come in different shapes and sizes, requiring different cooking times. For different sized proteins, insert the thermometer into the smaller protein first. For cuts 2 inches or thicker, select the lower temperature setting within the desired doneness category.
• Meat temperature: Cooking charts were created for use with cold meat, straight from the fridge. For even juicier results, let meat come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking.

Carry-over cooking

Did you know that meat keeps cooking when you remove it from the grill? To prevent overcooking, the unit will beep right before your food reaches the desired doneness, taking carry-over cooking into account. Transfer meat to a plate with the thermometer still inserted and allow protein to carry-over cook and rest for 3-5 minutes. Skipping this step may result in a rarer level of doneness.

NOTE: Reference usda.gov for food-safe temperature recommendations.

Flavor-Building 101

Pumped-Up Marinades, Zesty Spice Rubs, and Elevated Dipping Sauces

For the following recipes, add all ingredients to a bowl and mix well.

These marinades and spice rubs call for coarse kosher salt—ensure you use that, and not fine-grain iodized salt.

Use spice rubs liberally. Season meat or vegetables generously and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before grilling—this will promote faster and even cooking.

Frozen to char-grilled

When grilling frozen meats, baste them liberally and consistently with the marinade of your choosing. To get the best textures and flavors from frozen meat, season it with your favorite spice rub before grilling.

Marinades

Teriyaki Marinade: Best for poultry, beef, pork, lamb, veal, seafood, vegetables. (Yield: Approx. 1 cup | Marinating time: 2-12 hours | Store: Refrigerate for up to 4 days)

Garlic & Herb Marinade: Best for poultry, pork, lamb, seafood, vegetables. (Yield: Approx. 1 cup | Marinating time: 2-12 hours | Store: Refrigerate for up to 4 days)

Simple Steak Marinade: Best for beef, pork, lamb, veal, white fish, vegetables. (Yield: Approx. 1 cup | Marinating time: 2-12 hours | Store: Refrigerate for up to 4 days)

TIP: When using marinated foods on the Grill function, we recommend using Medium, and when using thicker marinades/sauces, using Low.

Spice Rubs

Easy BBQ Spice Rub: Best for poultry, beef, shrimp, cauliflower, broccoli, carrots. (Yield: Approx. 1 cup | Season: Generously | Store: Up to 6 months in an airtight container away from light and heat)

Everyday Spice Rub: Best for poultry, beef, pork, lamb, veal, seafood, vegetables. (Yield: Approx. 1 cup | Season: Generously | Store: Up to 6 months in an airtight container away from light and heat)

Dry Herb Rub: Best for poultry, pork, lamb, seafood, vegetables. (Yield: Approx. 1 cup | Season: Generously | Store: Up to 6 months in an airtight container away from light and heat)

Dipping Sauces

Chimichurri Sauce: Best for poultry, beef, pork, fish, vegetables. (Yield: Approx. 1 cup | Store: Refrigerate for up to 4 days)

Lemony-Garlic Chili Mayo: Best for poultry, beef, pork, lamb, veal, seafood, vegetables. (Yield: Approx. 1 cup | Store: Refrigerate for up to 4 days)

Jamaican Jerk Ketchup: Best for poultry, beef, shrimp. (Yield: Approx. 1 cup | Store: Refrigerate for up to 4 days)

Kickstarter Recipe: Grilled New York Strip Steaks with Asparagus

BEGINNER RECIPE

PREP: 10 MINUTES | PREHEAT: APPROX. 10 MINUTES | GRILL: BASED ON DESIRED DONENESS | MAKES: 3-5 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 4 uncooked New York strip steaks (10 ounces each)
• 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
• Kosher salt, as desired
• Ground black pepper, as desired
• 2 bunches asparagus, trimmed

DIRECTIONS

1. Plug thermometer into unit. Insert grill grate in unit and close hood. Select GRILL. The unit will default to HI, which is the correct temperature setting for this recipe. Select PRESET. The unit will default to BEEF, which is the correct setting for this recipe. Use the arrows to the left of the display to set desired doneness. Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
2. While unit is preheating, brush each steak on all sides with 1/2 tablespoon canola oil, then season with salt and pepper, as desired. Toss asparagus with remaining canola oil, then season with salt and pepper, as desired.
3. Insert thermometer horizontally into the center of one of the steaks (see thermometer placement instructions on page 7).
4. When unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place steaks on grill grate, gently pressing them down to maximize grill marks. Close hood over the thermometer cord.
5. When unit beeps and the display reads FLIP, use silicone-tipped tongs to flip the steaks. Close hood to continue cooking.
6. When unit beeps to signal the steaks are almost done cooking, transfer steaks to a plate or cutting board and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
7. While steaks are resting, place asparagus on grill grate. Select GRILL and set to HI. Use the arrows to the right of the display to set the time to 4 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin. Skip preheat by pressing the PREHEAT button.
8. When cooking and resting are complete, remove thermometer from steaks. Slice steaks and serve with asparagus.

Kickstarter Recipe: Pork Loin Fillets with Grilled Vegetables

BEGINNER RECIPE

PREP: 5 MINUTES | MARINATE: 1-3 HOURS | PREHEAT: APPROX. 10 MINUTES | GRILL: BASED ON DESIRED DONENESS | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 16-ounce jar pesto
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• Kosher salt, as desired
• Ground black pepper, as desired
• 2 uncooked pork loin fillets (1 pound each)
• 1 medium bell pepper, cut in 2-inch pieces
• 1 medium onion, peeled, cut in 2-inch pieces
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced in 1/2-inch-thick rounds
• 1 medium yellow summer squash, sliced in 1/2-inch-thick rounds
• 2 tablespoons canola oil

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large container or resealable plastic bag, combine pesto, balsamic, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add pork loin fillets, coat with the marinade, and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 hours.
2. Plug thermometer into unit. Insert grill grate in unit and close hood. Select GRILL, set temperature to MED, then select PRESET. Use the arrows to the right of the display to select PORK. Use the arrows to the left of the display to set desired doneness. Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
3. While unit is preheating, combine vegetables, canola oil, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Mix until evenly coated.
4. Insert thermometer horizontally into the center of the thickest part of the largest fillet (see thermometer placement instructions on page 7).
5. When unit beeps to signal it has preheated, place fillets and vegetables on grill grate. Close hood over the thermometer cord.
6. When unit beeps and the display reads FLIP, use silicone-tipped tongs to flip the fillets and vegetables. Close hood to continue cooking.
7. When unit beeps to signal the fillets have almost reached the desired doneness, transfer fillets to a plate or cutting board with thermometer still inserted. Allow to rest for 10 minutes or until thermometer indicates final temperature has been reached.
8. When resting is complete, serve fillets with vegetables.

Honey Mustard & Barbecue-Glazed Chicken Breasts

INTERMEDIATE RECIPE

PREP: 5 MINUTES | PREHEAT: APPROX. 10 MINUTES | COOK: 27-30 MINUTES | MAKES: 6 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 6 frozen boneless, skinless chicken breasts (8 ounces each)
• 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
• Kosher salt, as desired
• Ground black pepper, as desired
• 1 cup honey mustard sauce
• 1 cup barbecue sauce

DIRECTIONS

1. Insert grill grate in unit and close hood. Select GRILL, set temperature to MED, and set time to 30 minutes. Select START/STOP to begin preheating.
2. While unit is preheating, evenly brush each chicken breast with a 1/2 tablespoon canola oil. Then season with salt and pepper, as desired.
3. When the unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place chicken breasts on grill grate. Close hood and cook for 10 minutes.
4. While chicken is cooking, combine the two sauces and mix until thoroughly incorporated. After 10 minutes, flip chicken. Close hood to continue cooking for 5 minutes.
5. After 5 minutes, liberally baste chicken with the sauce mixture, flip over, and liberally baste the other side. Close hood to continue cooking for 5 minutes.
6. After 5 minutes, repeat step 5. Close hood and cook for 7 more minutes.
7. If necessary, baste chicken again and cook for 3 more minutes or until centermost point of chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
8. When cooking is complete, remove chicken from unit and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Spicy Buttermilk Ranch Fried Chicken

ADVANCED RECIPE

PREP: 20 MINUTES | MARINATE: 8 HOURS | PREHEAT: APPROX. 3 MINUTES | AIR CRISP: APPROX. 30 MINUTES | MAKES: 4-5 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup ranch seasoning, divided
• 1/2 cup buffalo-style seasoning, divided
• 1 quart (4 cups) buttermilk
• 2 uncooked bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 2 uncooked bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts, each split in half
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup canola oil
• OPTIONAL: Extra buffalo seasoning for garnish, Ranch dressing for dipping

DIRECTIONS

1. Stir together ranch and buffalo-style seasoning. Place half the mixture in a large resealable plastic bag or container. Add buttermilk and combine with spice mixture. Set aside remaining spice mixture.
2. Place chicken in the buttermilk mixture and marinate in refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight.
3. Strain chicken from marinade. Combine remaining spice mixture with flour in a large mixing bowl. Working in batches, toss chicken in flour mixture until evenly coated. Gently tap chicken to remove excess flour.
4. Rub each piece of chicken with oil, using a total of 1/4 cup for all pieces.
5. Plug thermometer into unit. Insert crisper basket in unit and close hood. Select AIR CRISP, set temperature to 360°F, then select PRESET. Use the arrows to the right of the display to select CHICKEN. The unit will default to WELL to cook chicken to a food-safe temperature. Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
6. Insert thermometer horizontally into the center of the largest piece of chicken close to (but not touching) the bone (see thermometer placement instructions on page 7).
7. When unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place chicken in the basket. Close hood over the thermometer cord.
8. When unit beeps and the display reads FLIP, use silicone-tipped tongs to flip the chicken, then close hood to continue cooking.
9. When unit beeps to signal the chicken has almost reached its doneness, transfer to a plate or cutting board with thermometer still inserted. Allow to rest for 10 minutes or until thermometer indicates final temperature has been reached.
10. TIP: Check the internal temperature of the chicken breasts by inserting the thermometer in one of them. Then press and hold the MANUAL button.

Mustard-Rubbed Chicken

BEGINNER RECIPE

PREP: 10 MINUTES | PREHEAT: APPROX. 3 MINUTES | ROAST: APPROX. 45 MINUTES | MAKES: 6 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup canola oil
• 2 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon dry oregano
• 3 teaspoons dry Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 uncooked whole chicken, cut in half (or 1 whole spatchcocked chicken)

DIRECTIONS

1. In a bowl, mix all ingredients except chicken. Coat chicken on all sides with mustard rub and wipe away excess.
2. Plug thermometer into unit. Insert pot into unit and close hood. Select ROAST, set temperature to 350°F, then select PRESET. Use the arrows to the right of the display to select CHICKEN. The unit will default to WELL to cook chicken to a food-safe temperature. Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
3. While unit is preheating, insert thermometer into center of chicken breast (see thermometer placement instructions on page 7).
4. When unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place chicken, cut side down, in the pot. Close hood over thermometer cord.
5. When unit beeps to signal the chicken has almost reached the desired doneness, transfer to a plate or cutting board with thermometer still inserted. Allow to rest for 10 minutes or until thermometer indicates final temperature has been reached.

Chicken-Fried Pork with Crispy New Potatoes

INTERMEDIATE RECIPE

PREP: 10 MINUTES | PREHEAT: APPROX. 3 MINUTES | AIR CRISP: 24 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 11/2 pounds baby new potatoes, cut in quarters
• 1 medium yellow onion, peeled, cut in 1-inch pieces
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh garlic, peeled, chopped
• Kosher salt, as desired
• Ground black pepper, as desired
• 2 tablespoons mustard
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 1 package (2.5 ounces) seasoned bread crumb coating mix
• 4 uncooked pork cutlets (4-6 ounces each, 1/2 inch thick)

DIRECTIONS

1. In a mixing bowl, combine potatoes, onion, rosemary, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly coated; set aside.
2. In a separate bowl, combine mustard and honey. Place bread crumb coating in a shallow dish. Coat each cutlet with honey-mustard mixture, then dredge in the bread crumb coating, pressing crumbs onto surface of the cutlets. Then shake cutlets gently to remove any excess crumbs. Set cutlets aside.
3. Place air crisp basket in unit and close hood. Select AIR CRISP, set temperature to 390°F and set time to 24 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
4. When unit beeps to signal it has preheated, place potato mixture in the basket. Close hood and cook for 10 minutes.
5. After 10 minutes, shake potatoes. Reinsert basket in unit and place breaded cutlets on top of the potato mixture. Close hood and cook for 7 minutes.
6. After 7 minutes, use silicone-tipped tongs to flip cutlets. Close hood and continue cooking for the remaining 7 minutes.
7. Cooking is complete when the cutlets have reached an internal temperature of 145°F or greater. Remove cutlets and potatoes from unit and serve.

Carne Asada Sandwiches

INTERMEDIATE RECIPE

PREP: 15 MINUTES | MARINATE: 5-12 HOURS | PREHEAT: APPROX. 10 MINUTES | GRILL: 11 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 teaspoons cumin, divided
• 11/2 cups orange juice
• 3 tablespoons lime juice, divided
• Kosher salt, as desired
• Ground black pepper, as desired
• 2 uncooked skirt steaks (about 1 pound each, 1/2 inch-1 inch thick)
• 3 poblano peppers, cut in quarters, seeds removed
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 4 sub rolls
• 1 avocado, thinly sliced
• 1 cup fresh pico de gallo (optional)
• TIP: Add sliced jalapeño peppers to the marinade for some extra heat.

DIRECTIONS

1. Combine garlic, cilantro, onion powder, soy sauce, 2 teaspoons cumin, orange juice, 2 tablespoons lime juice, salt, and pepper in a container or large resealable plastic bag. Add steaks and marinate a minimum of 5 hours or overnight.
2. Strain steaks from marinade and set aside. Insert grill grate in unit and close hood. Select GRILL. The unit will default to HI, which is the correct temperature setting for this recipe. Set time to 11 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
3. While unit is preheating, toss poblano peppers in canola oil. Season with salt and pepper, as desired.
4. When unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place steaks and peppers on grill grate and close hood.
5. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice, and remaining 1 teaspoon cumin, and set aside.
6. After 6 minutes, use silicone-tipped tongs to flip the steaks and peppers. Close hood to continue cooking.
7. After 5 minutes, open hood and remove steaks and peppers from unit. Transfer steaks to a plate or cutting board and allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
8. If desired, toast rolls by placing them on the grill grate, selecting GRILL, setting temperature to HI, and setting time to 2 minutes. Close hood and press START/STOP to begin.
9. When resting is complete, slice steak thinly, then assemble sandwiches with sliced steak, grilled peppers, cumin-lime spread, avocado, and pico de gallo.

Classic Cheeseburgers

BEGINNER RECIPE

PREP: 10 MINUTES | PREHEAT: APPROX. 10 MINUTES | GRILL: BASED ON DESIRED DONENESS | MAKES: 6 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 2 1/4 pounds uncooked ground beef (80% lean)
• Kosher salt, as desired
• Ground black pepper, as desired
• 6 slices American cheese
• 6 burger buns
• Condiments, as desired
• TIP: For extra flavor, grill vegetables like onions, peppers, or mushrooms and use as burger toppings.

DIRECTIONS

1. Plug thermometer into unit. Insert grill grate in unit and close hood. Select GRILL. The unit will default to HI, which is the correct temperature setting for this recipe. Select PRESET. The unit will default to BEEF, which is the correct function for this recipe. Use the arrows to the left of the display to set desired doneness. Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
2. While unit is preheating, divide ground beef into 6 portions and form each into a loosely formed 4-inch patty. Use your thumb to make a 1/2-inch indent in the center of each patty (this will help the burgers keep their shape uniform during cooking). Season patties with salt and pepper, as desired.
3. Insert thermometer horizontally into the center of one of the patties (see thermometer placement instructions on page 7).
4. When unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place patties on grill grate. Close hood over the thermometer cord.
5. Cook burgers, without flipping, until the unit beeps to signal they have reached your desired doneness. Use oven mitts to remove thermometer from burger, then top each burger with a slice of cheese. Remove burgers from unit.
6. If desired, toast the buns directly on the grill grate by selecting GRILL, setting temperature to HI, and setting time to 1 minute. Enjoy burgers with condiments and toppings of your choice.

Shrimp Tacos

BEGINNER RECIPE

PREP: 10 MINUTES | PREHEAT: APPROX. 10 MINUTES | GRILL: 3-5 MINUTES | MAKES: 6 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound fresh uncooked large shrimp, cleaned and deveined
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• Kosher salt, as desired
• Ground black pepper, as desired
• 6-8 corn or flour tortillas
• TOPPINGS (OPTIONAL): Sliced avocado, Pico de gallo, Shredded cabbage, Lime wedges, Diced onion, Chopped cilantro
• TIP: If using frozen shrimp, grill for 4 minutes instead of 3.

DIRECTIONS

1. Insert grill grate in unit and close hood. Select GRILL, set temperature to MAX, and set time to 3 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
2. While unit is preheating, toss shrimp in a medium bowl with oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
3. When unit beeps to signal it has preheated, use silicone-tipped tongs to evenly distribute shrimp on the grill grate in a single layer. Close hood.
4. When cooking is complete, remove shrimp from unit.
5. If desired, grill tortillas by placing them slightly overlapping each other on the grill grate, selecting GRILL, setting temperature to HIGH, and setting time to 2 minutes. Close hood and press START/STOP to begin.
6. When cooking is complete, remove tortillas from unit, assemble tacos with desired toppings, and serve.

Mahi Mahi with Pineapple Salsa

INTERMEDIATE RECIPE

PREP: 10 MINUTES | PREHEAT: APPROX. 10 MINUTES | GRILL: 16 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 4 frozen mahi-mahi fillets (6-7 ounces each)
• 4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
• Kosher salt, as desired
• Ground black pepper, as desired
• 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, divided
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons creole seasoning
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 3 fresh pineapple rings (1-inch thick), cut in half
• 1 red bell pepper (about 1 cup), diced
• 1 small red onion (about 1/2 cup), peeled, diced
• 1 small jalapeño pepper, finely diced
• TIP: Use extra basting mixture to add additional flavor to baste the pineapple and pour some into the salsa.

DIRECTIONS

1. Insert grill grate in unit and close hood. Select GRILL, set temperature to MAX, and set time to 16 minutes. Select START/STOP to begin preheating.
2. While unit is preheating, liberally coat fillets with 2 tablespoons canola oil, salt, and pepper.
3. In a small bowl, combine remaining 2 tablespoons oil, 3 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon cilantro, honey, creole seasoning, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir until ingredients are fully incorporated and set aside for basting.
4. When unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place fillets and pineapple rings on grill grate. Use a pastry brush to moisten the top of each fillet with basting liquid, then close hood.
5. When unit beeps and the display reads FLIP, brush fillets with basting mixture, then use silicone-tipped tongs to flip them. Brush again with basting mixture. Flip pineapple slices, then close hood to continue cooking for 6 minutes.
6. Meanwhile, prepare the salsa by combining the remaining 1/4 cup lime juice, remaining 1 tablespoon cilantro, red bell pepper, onion, jalapeño pepper, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl; set aside.
7. After 6 minutes, brush fillets with basting liquid again, flip with rubber-tipped tongs, and brush again. Close hood to continuing cooking for 2 minutes or until center of fillets reaches at least 145°F.
8. When cooking is complete, remove fillets and pineapple from unit. Cut pineapple into 1/2-inch chunks and add to the salsa. Spoon salsa on top of fillets and serve.

Whole Fillet of Salmon with Dill Topping

BEGINNER RECIPE

PREP: 10 MINUTES | PREHEAT: APPROX. 10 MINUTES | GRILL: 20 MINUTES | MAKES: 5-6 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 1 uncooked whole salmon fillet (24-32 ounces), skin on
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• Kosher salt, as desired
• Ground black pepper, as desired
• 1/2 lemon, thinly sliced
• 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 4 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped

DIRECTIONS

1. Plug thermometer into unit. Insert grill grate into the unit and close hood. Select GRILL, set temperature to MAX, and PRESET. Use the arrows to the right of the display to select FISH. Use the arrows to the left of the display to set desired doneness. Press START/STOP to begin preheating. Insert thermometer horizontally into the center of the thickest part of the salmon and place on the right side of the unit while it preheats (see thermometer placement instructions on page 7).
2. While unit is preheating, coat salmon skin with oil. Flip and season the flesh with salt and pepper, then place lemon slices in a row down the center.
3. In a medium bowl, combine lemon juice, mayonnaise, mustard, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper.
4. When unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place salmon on grill grate skin side down, and close hood over thermometer cord.
5. When unit beeps and the display reads FLIP halfway through cooking, do not flip the salmon. Instead, spoon the mayonnaise mixture in a thin layer over the top (flesh side) of the fillet. Close hood to continue cooking.
6. When unit beeps to signal the fish has almost reached the desired doneness, transfer to a plate or cutting board with thermometer still inserted. Allow to rest for 2-3 minutes or until thermometer indicates final temperature has been reached.

Maple-Glazed Butternut Squash

BEGINNER RECIPE

PREP: 15 MINUTES | PREHEAT: APPROX. 3 MINUTES | ROAST: 40-45 MINUTES | MAKES: 6-8 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 2 medium butternut squash, cut in half vertically, seeds removed
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 4 tablespoons brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, for serving
• TIP: If your squash are too large, trim the sides off a bit in order to fit all 4 pieces in the pot.

DIRECTIONS

1. Rub the squash halves with vegetable oil, then season with pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
2. Insert pot in unit and close hood. Select ROAST, set temperature to 375°F, and set time to 45 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
3. When unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place the squash halves skin side down in the pot, with the flesh sides facing up. Close hood and cook for 20 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, mix the brown sugar, maple syrup, butter, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl.
5. After 20 minutes, use silicone-tipped tongs to flip the squash halves so the flesh sides face down. Close hood and cook for 15 minutes.
6. After 15 minutes, flip the squash again so the flesh sides are up. Spoon the sugar mixture over the top of the squash. Close hood and cook for 5 minutes.
7. After 5 minutes, check on the squash. If more browning is desired, close hood and cook up to 5 more minutes, checking frequently.
8. When cooking is complete, transfer squash to a serving plate. Garnish with fresh thyme and serve immediately.

Vegetable Flatbread

BEGINNER RECIPE

PREP: 15 MINUTES | PREHEAT: APPROX. 10 MINUTES | GRILL: 7-10 MINUTES | MAKES: 4-6 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 1 bag (1 pound) store-bought pizza dough
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup yellow squash, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup zucchini, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

DIRECTIONS

1. Remove pizza dough from the bag and place on a clean counter or cutting board. Use your hands to coat the dough with 1 teaspoon olive oil, then let dough rest for 15 minutes at room temperature.
2. Insert grill grate in unit and close hood. Select GRILL, set temperature to HI, and set time to 10 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
3. While unit is preheating, stretch out the dough into a rectangle roughly 9" x 6" in size.
4. When unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place dough on the grill grate. Close hood and cook for 3 minutes.
5. After 3 minutes, use silicone-tipped tongs to flip the dough. Close hood and cook for 1 more minute.
6. Next, add toppings. First, spread the extra virgin olive oil and minced garlic over the flatbread. Then lay the squash and zucchini slices in rows, covering the entire flatbread. Finish by sprinkling the flatbread with grated parmesan and crushed red pepper.
7. Close hood and cook for 3 more minutes.
8. After 3 minutes, check toppings for desired doneness, cooking up to 3 more minutes if desired.
9. When cooking is complete, garnish flatbread with basil and serve.

Mexican Street Corn

BEGINNER RECIPE

PREP: 10 MINUTES | PREHEAT: APPROX. 10 MINUTES | GRILL: 12 MINUTES | MAKES: 6 EARS OF CORN

INGREDIENTS

• 6 ears corn, husks removed
• 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
• Kosher salt, as desired
• Ground black pepper, as desired
• 11/4 cups cotija cheese, crumbled
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 3 limes, juiced
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped, for serving
• TIP: For an easier-to-eat salad, cut the grilled corn off the cob, then combine with half the mayo mixture.

DIRECTIONS

1. Insert grill grate in unit and close hood. Select GRILL, set temperature to MAX, and set time to 12 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
2. While unit is preheating, rub each ear of corn with 1/2 tablespoon canola oil, then season with salt and pepper as desired.
3. When unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place corn on grill grate. Close hood and grill for 6 minutes.
4. After 6 minutes, flip corn, then close hood and continue cooking for 6 more minutes.
5. Meanwhile, mix all remaining ingredients in a bowl.
6. When cooking is complete, remove corn and cover each ear liberally with mayonnaise mixture. Garnish with cilantro, if desired, and serve.

Grilled Apple Tarts

INTERMEDIATE RECIPE

PREP: 20 MINUTES | PREHEAT: APPROX. 10 MINUTES | GRILL: 9 MINUTES | MAKES: 8 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 8 teaspoons brown sugar, divided
• 4 medium apples, thinly sliced
• 11/2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 package (8 rounds) premade biscuit dough
• Cooking spray
• TIP: Other fruits, such as pears, can be substituted for the apples.

DIRECTIONS

1. Combine cinnamon, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a small mixing bowl and set aside.
2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine apples, lemon juice, salt, and 1 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon-sugar mixture. Mix until apples are evenly coated.
3. Separate biscuit dough and place on a piece of parchment paper or greased countertop. Use a rolling pin or your hands to form each piece of dough into 5 x 4-inch ovals approximately 1/8 inch thick.
4. Insert grill grate and close hood. Select GRILL, set temperature to LO, and set time to 9 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin preheating.
5. While unit is preheating, place 1/2 cup apple mixture on each oval of dough, leaving a 1/2-inch space on either side, and a 1-inch space on the top and bottom.
6. Fold the sides up around the apple mixture, leaving an inch of apples exposed in the center. Seal the top and bottom of the dough by pinching exposed portion firmly and twisting clockwise to form a canoe-like shape.
7. Coat each tart liberally with cooking spray and sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture.
8. When unit beeps to signify it has preheated, place tarts on grill grate. Close hood and cook for 6 minutes.
9. When cooking is complete, remove tarts. Serve immediately with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Grill Chart

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TIP: Use the Foodi™™ Smart Thermometer with the proteins in the charts below to cook to doneness without worrying about cooktimes.

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Air Crisp Chart

TIP: After cutting potatoes, allow raw fries to soak in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove unnecessary starch. Pat fries dry. The drier the fries, the better the results.

For best results, shake or toss often. We recommend frequently checking your food and shaking or tossing it to ensure desired results. Use these cook times as a guide, adjusting to your preference.

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For best results, shake or toss often. We recommend frequently checking your food and shaking or tossing it to ensure desired results. Use these cook times as a guide, adjusting to your preference.

Shake your food ? OR Toss with silicone-tipped tongs ?

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