Instant Omni Plus Beginner's Guide and Review

[@a.z.c.681]

Attention everybody! This is how the review/guide should be done. Very good, Lana, little less of those fake smiles and you are perfect!!!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Thank you very much for the kind words. I really appreciate it. I do have to say, my smile is all real. Anyone who knows me, knows I am a perpetual smiler (very non-NYer I know). That's just me and so it's probably not going to change. Sorry. :)

[@kimberlyheigert2620]

Lana! I am a visual learner ...... and you are a gift from God! Thank you! I opened my Omni Plus last night and am in love. Made crinkle fries just so that I could cook something! I have heard such wonderful things about air fryers, so I thought why not pay a little more and get everything that people are raving about. Sure am impressed with the design and quality of this oven. Thank you for doing this. And you SHOULD be a paid representative for Instant because you are thorough and personable. A great educator!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Oh my goodness your comment just made me smile ear to ear. Thank you so much! I am so glad I could be of help and if you ever have any questions, please feel free to reach out. If you have Facebook, I have a page and you can always message me. Enjoy your Omni !

[@beckderm]

!50th Birthday gift for my wife. She is going to FREAK OUT! Thank you!!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Halt birthday to her!

[@judycarter7586]

I am 3 years late to the Instant Pot Vortex Plus party 😂. Thank you so very much for all the wonderful information in your lovely videos. It’s almost like having you here with me. I used my new Vortex for the first time tonight on Salmon filets. I am in love 🥰!!

[@HazelNichole]

Please do more videos with the omni plus! You're a lifesaver!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Haha I sure will. I have a list of videos to do. But if you check my blog, I have a lot of recipes with detailed pictures.

[@user-om8gs6rb2i]

I have Omni plus and trying to get it from Celsius to Fahrenheit can you help me… There is a company out there it’s $55 to get the answer that’s a year

[@lilliputlittle]

Thank you for that intro video. I just ordered an Omni Plus since my husband likes to have a toaster oven and our old one died over four years ago. I want function, function, function if I'm going to have to give up valuable countertop real estate. The one thing that left me disappointed in the accessories included with the Omni Plus was the lack of a rotisserie cage but Voila! - you had a link to one that will work for the unit! Thanks again. I'm looking forward to reading your blog and watching your Omni videos.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Yay I am so glad I could help. You are going to love using the cage. Just remember to take into account the weight of the cage when calculating the 4 lb maximum. Happy cooking and stay safe.

[@KimberleyB]

Your videos are so helpful! My hubby and I have been watching them for a couple hours. I have one request. Could you use a mic so you don't have to speak so loudly and project your voice? The sound level changes greatly between the close-up segments and your wide kitchen view. A wireless lapel mic would make a world of difference, letting you use a normal speaking voice.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi! Thank you so much for watching and I am so glad you find my videos helpful. Thank you for the feedback. As my channel evolved and I made more videos (and saved up more money, because I make very little through ads and affiliate links and I am not sponsored or paid by Instant Pot) I was able to buy a wireless mic (I think in this video I used a overhead mic because a lapel mic doesn't work with my set up). I also learned along the way how to use the audio effects in Premier pro which helps a lot with the sound. Also, my close up recording is done with a different mic attached tot he computer during post-production. I had to learn everything about blogging and video creation and editing, from scratch since I never even really watched KZbin much before I made my first video. but I love feedback and I am learning and getting better each time I think. (PS also, I'm a Cuban Jew so loud is my normal speaking voice, lol. Thank goodness my son taught me how to adjust the audio gain.)

[@AnnetteCarlo191705]

Thanks that I did saw this video I bought just a couple of days ago this oven and was mad to the fact that it doesn't bring any information on how to used the functions so this video was very helpful. I absolutly love the oven have used it 3 times already for air fry and rotissiere an am in love with my oven.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I'm so glad and thank you so much for the kind comment. Happy cooking and stay safe.

[@brittanysuperstar344]

My boyfriend may have figured out the use for those random metal hook things in the Omni. Another safety feature. It keeps trays from falling out of the Omni while you pull them out as it catches the edge as you pull a tray out.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Yep, you are absolutely right. After I made this video I contacted the company and they said the same thing. :)

[@jamiedenise9876]

@@LanaUnderPressure can this take place of microwave?

[@vitawright]

I use my Omni to proof bread. It goes down to 85 on dehydrate. Works great. I don’t need slow cooker mode.

[@khanaya1349]

What are some things you have cooked in your Omni Plus? I cooked a pizza and burned it 😊. I was successful with air fried pork chops. I saw your rotisserie chicken demo and plan on doing that next. Looking for some ideas. Thank you so much for sharing. I love your detail videos

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Pizza is a little tricky. Especially frozen because you don't want to over cook the outside before the inside is done. I have a blog www.lanaunderpressure.com and I have lots of recipes for the Omni and Omni Plus. Any recipe for the Omni or even the Vortex Plus can be done int he Omni Plus. The Omni/Omni Plus makes the best hamburgers, grilled cheese, hot dogs, cakes, chicken wings, fried chicken, rotisserie chicken, rotisserie pork, brownies, cookies, ..........

[@tatyana.mikina]

So glad I found your videos,. It really helped me to decide between Omni and Omni plus. I stand with non stick

[@LanaUnderPressure]

😃 Yay! Good choice, glad I could help.

[@sweetrivermike]

One thing I've discovered I don't like is apparently preheat phase is simply on a timer and not regulated by a thermostat. If you preheat the oven and decide you want to change the temperature you have to cancel the cooking (simply changing temp on the fly reverts back to original temp). Once cancelled and starting over the oven goes into preheat mode again even if the adjusted temp is lower than the original. This can really impact the cooking time. I guess it won't be a problem once I have my time/temps down but it's still a design flaw if you ask me

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I'm so sorry it took me so long to respond. Usually I get back within a day, but my internet had been out for 2 weeks due to the tropical storm. Hmmm, I will have to check this out. I do know that as you said, the preheat is a set time. However, I think during cooking, if you turn the time knob to change it and just click START, it should just add time and not have to preheat again. I'll test it out though to see. Great point though.

[@sweetrivermike]

@@LanaUnderPressure No apologies necessary. Hope all is well after the storm You are right. To test I set the oven to 'bake' and preheated it to 350 deg. Once preheated and cooking time started counting down I reset the temp to 300, hit start and it did not go into preheat mode. When I made the observation I was new to the oven. I must not have hit 'start' thinking it would adjust the temp 'automatically' like a normal oven would.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

@@sweetrivermike the instructions are really lacking and I thought the same thing. Actually for the Vortex Plus you don't press start and it just changes, so it can get confusing.

[@sweetrivermike]

@@LanaUnderPressure what else is lacking are Omni + recipes on the Instant Pot website. Hopefully it will change but for now it's all Instant Pot pressure/slow cooker recipes

[@DM80303]

I really appreciate and enjoy your videos!!! They helped me finally make a decision on what unit I wanted. I did get the Omni Plus! I’m not sure if they’ve changed the Omni Plus features since you made this video, but I did want to let you know that I’m roasting a whole chicken tonight and the bottom heating element did not turn on in this setting. So, I was able to cover the bottom with aluminum to catch the drippings.

[@fragranceandcooking]

Looks like Omni Plus is a great replacement for the non-air frying convection toaster! Got a great deal at Kohl’s , had to pick it up !

[@MalissaThomas]

Just saw the proof mode! Trying it today on my loaf bread...it’s working!!!

[@aaroncomerford8050]

Thank you for the thorough review, I have been looking at a bread proofing machine that is about $180 but only has that function. Since my oven doesn't have a proof mode this could be game changing.

[@trishr.3986]

Hi Lana, thank you for this video! I am wondering if the baking rack can be put in the oven either way. If it is in the position you have it, then it's obviously lower. If you turned it over it would be higher. Then there are a few more options for placement. This was what my old KitchenAid toaster oven directions pointed out. (I still haven't opened the box... so please excuse me if this isn't possible). After my other toaster oven had a human error, I found a rack I forgot to put back into it, so I am going to check if it fits my new oven. I also appreciate that another video pointed out that you use the baking pan as a drip pan. I have collected quite a few toaster oven pans and such that it is unlikely I will use that accessory otherwise. For me, having back issues, the countertop ovens are a blessing! I looked for quite sometime to finally decide on the Instant Omni Plus. I love your video training!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. That was such a great idea about flipping the rack that I had to go over and try it right away. I found that you can only do that using the bottom level. Sadly the little metal hooks on the side that keep the rack from falling when you pull it out, also keep you from being able to use the rack upside down. I will say that will 4 different levels you can place it though, you really won't get much difference in height by using it upside down. Glad you like my videos and I can be of help. :)

[@stanleyziembienski4925]

Lana, The circular heating coil on top of the Omni Plus, what cooking option makes that coil come on? I air fried a chicken breast with the pre set in the basket on the rack in the correct level and the chicken was moist on the bottom and dryer on top and the batter on top was not crispy, kind of soggy especially on the bottom. I never saw top round coil com on, only the two long coils. Also had trouble trying to change temp and time while cooking nor did I have a turn food sign

[@LanaUnderPressure]

**I'm so sorry it took me so long to reply. I returned to teaching to help out with the teacher shortage due to Covid at my son's high school, so it's kept me busy.** Hi. Sorry that happened. What mode where you using? The coil does not change color, so it is most likely on but you won't know it. If the fan is running the coil is hot. As for the food not crisping, I am not sure what recipe you used so it's hard for me to comment, but when cooking anything with batter you need to add some kind of fat to it because that is what makes things brown. I have a Southern Fried chicken recipe you can use with chicken breast and that will give you an idea how to get batter and coatings to brown. On my blog I also have a recipe for crispy chicken tenders that use a corn flake breading and comes out really crispy.

[@annabellegypsymoth]

Lana, what is the dimension of the bowl you used to demonstrate proofing, please?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Great question. I have had that bowl for years and it's the Pyrex #38 which I think is a 4 QT.

[@thituong9385]

Thank you for sharing and remind a lot information the foil when use instant Omni !

[@woods1066]

I’m trying to decide if I want a larger air fryer oven. Is it hard to clean the grease from the Instant Omni or Omni Plus after cooking hamburgers, bacon, or things of that nature? Does it get baked on where it won’t wipe off? If that’s the case I will just make burgers & bacon in a skillet or on the grill. Also, Thank you for your videos. It’s very hard to find information like this on products. Great job!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I am actually working on a video today on how to deep clean the Instant Air Fryer Ovens. That said, if you wipe it down after each use, wash the pans int he sink after each use, and use the tricks to not let the grease drip onto the floor of the oven, you will be fine. I will say I use my Vortex Plus for bacon just because it's non stick and cleans even easier. But I make burgers often int he Omni and I have no problems.

[@amandapanda316]

So the omni doesn't have any non stick coating? Looking for an air fryer replacement with no non stick coating at all, thanks!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Correct, the regular Omni does not ahve a non-stick coating. The Omni Plus does.

[@nickpochmara9418]

Do you have problems with the touch screen doing what they call ghost touch where it keeps turning it’s self on to bake?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Oh no, I haven't had that issue TRy resetting to default but if that doesn't work contact the company. The one great thing is they have an amazing customer service and if they can't fix the issue for you, they will send you a new unit.

[@theblissfullone]

I've watched a few of your videos now ... you do an excellent job!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Oh wow thank you so much!

[@theblissfullone]

@@LanaUnderPressure You're welcome. Your timing, presentation and ability to touch on the key points are very well done.

[@shanold7681]

If the presets work anyway like the instant pot evo then it remembers what you changed them to Like when I cook my usual chicken in my pot I just choose chicken and its all ready to go now that I have found where I like it :)

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Great tip!

[@izabellabb]

One of the reasons I chose Omni Plus while looking for an air fryer is the dehydration option. However, with only one rack it's counterproductive. Below you mentioned that addition racks are not available, perhaps there are stackable baskets or shelves that I can use for dehydration?

[@jimandjoannesordillo4048]

I use stackable cooling racks when I make beef jerky. Three racks fit perfectly. Make sure to check the size before buying to get the right fit.

[@NAWennerholm]

The Omni plus looks like a better choice for the visually impaired. I have family/relatives who are visually impaired if not totally blind. Thus giving the person more tactical interface. would be nice if Instant also gave audio as will to give such people so as to allow for independence. It would also help people with severe dyslexia.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Sorry it took so long to reply. Usually I get back within a day, but for some reason I wasn't getting email notifications of comments. You are so right. One helpful tip is that if you press and hold the mode button it will reset tot he default setting so you always know the time and temp and it will be on.

[@GravInducedSleepTrac]

Can you give a video using the dehydrator in the Omni plus? That's one of the reasons I chose to got with Omni plus.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. It's on my list of videos to do. I don't eat a lot of dehydrated foods so I haven't done one but a few of my subscribers asked so it's coming soon 😊

[@sweetrivermike]

@@LanaUnderPressure I'm thinking beef jerky :)

[@joeoddi9455]

My first time watching one of your videos and I think you're fabulous.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Oh wow, thank you so very much. That means a lot to me. Happy cooking and stay safe!

[@lulumorales82]

Hi! Thank you for your videos, very informative. Which do you personally prefer, the omni or omni plus?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi and thank you so much. I prefer the Omni. I find the modes unnecessary. That said i don't think you can find the Omni anymore. However a far as cooking, they are the same.

[@brigitteharris7031]

Walmart has the Omini for $149

[@bravojustice2639]

Re: proof mode... the Omni (not Omni plus) dehydrate mode goes down to 85°F and works WONDERFULLY for proofing doughs.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Brilliant!

[@e2U]

is this better than the Kalorik 26-qt. Digital MAXX Air Fryer Toaster Oven that goes to 500 temp with 1700 watts with top and bottom heaters, a better choice? thank you.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. I wish I could tell you but I have never used the Kalorik. I do have some followers who have it and really like it.

[@VinitaPhord]

When does the top coil turn on? I've tried multiple cooking methods and I never see it turn red.

[@sweetrivermike]

What are the two little metal tabs sticking out on the left hand side toward the front of the oven on the Omni Plus for? You mentioned them in one of your videos and now I can't find it

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi! They are to keep the track or tray from flipping when you pull it out and it has food on it.

[@michelleouellettei5152]

Hi Lana, I’m looking at the Omni plus as a microwave replacement for reheating left overs. Can you do a video on how fast the reheat function it, temps to set different items at and times including preheat times?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi! I will definitely add that to my list of videos. I will say the reheat function is the absolute best to reheat foods like pizza, chicken, egg rolls and fried foods, etc. That said, I don't think it can replace a microwave when it comes to reheating liquid or soup type foods. I haven't tried it, but I don;t think it would be as good in that aspect.

[@michelleouellettei5152]

Lana Under Pressure would you say that the omni is quicker at reheating than a conventional oven? Also looking for a video on dehydrating using the omni

[@LanaUnderPressure]

@@michelleouellettei5152 oh it's absolutely quicker than a conventional oven. And better. I have a list of videos I'm going to work on and dehydrating is on it. I just really don't like dehydrated food, so I've been putting it off, lol. However, there are a lot of people on my Facebook group that dehydrate often and they could answer a lot of your questions.

[@crystal4348]

Does the light stay on as it's cooking or is that a feature I can control? I don't see a light button.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

On the Omni Plus, you turn on and off the light by pressing the Preset Button. It will not stay on the whole time it cooks. Hope this helps.

[@bazerra854]

I'm going to purchase this before doing that i thought it be good to watch a video to see if it is worth the $. Thanks for posting this video keep up the good work!!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Thank you so much and I am so glad you found it helpful. I would love to know if you end up buying it and what you think. Happy cooking and stay safe.

[@monicaaltamirano6519]

Could you help me with the exact height of the Instant Pot Omni™ Plus 11-in-1 Toaster, I read a review that it is 14inches (smaller) (not 14.3) and my counter space is 14,10inches height. I want to buy it but i m not sure it will fit. could you help me?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hmmm that's tough because either way, you have to have 5 inch clearance at the top and the sides. You would have to pull it out every time you use it.

[@jude177]

VERY interested to know if I can use my existing pans, my favourites are 13" "quarter sheet" pans, but I also have some rimmed long 9x13 dishes that the end handles take it to a total of 14". Have NOT been able to find specs for the inside width and depth (did go look at your recommended sheets but they are smaller so not helpful to me personally). Thanks for your time.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi! It's hard to get a good measure of the inside because it has these metal hooks that get in the way. I think the 13 inch tray would work but the dish with the handles probably won't.

[@generalalopez4153]

Lana, yo quiero hornear pan , galletas ,de todo tipo. Además de.freir.y.rostizar...entonces.cual es.mejor. La.omni plus o vortex agradezco tu respuesta

[@ericfischer996]

Hi Lana, I'm really impressed with your presentation. You are very articulate and thorough. I could easily see you on America's Test Kitchen! I'm coming from what I call a "whirly gig oven", a Rosewill that broke after a couple of years. I liked it but there were problems. Mostly, I hated reaching down into the bowl to pull out the food, and also the grates only had 3 legs so if you upset them, which was easy to do, you ended up with a bunch of food on the bottom of the bowl. I think you've sold me on this model and it's in my Amazon cart. Though I would like to know: -- Cleaning. I saw an ad on Craig's list today for a Breville oven that had not been cleaned after, I don't know, roasting a chicken without a pan underneath. Don't ask me why they posted that, but how hard is it to clean the lower elements of the Omni in the event of them getting dirty? Don't tell me that I should never have gotten myself in that position, it wasn't me! 😊 No, really it wasn't me, I had the Rosewill! -- I have a glass baking dish that measures 15 inches from handle to handle. Would that fit in the grooves of the oven walls? That's not really a deal breaker but I had to ask. -- I'm still concerned about the exposed heating elements. The top of my Rosewill was filthy. Are these elements replaceable should they go bad? Can they be cleaned? -- How big a bird do you think you can cook in these things? I did a duck and a fairly large chicken in the Rosewill. Could you somehow fit the bird and then have veggies roasting underneath? -- And back to the height of the oven; was that ever a problem? Any way thanks for your efforts, Eric

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. About 3 years ago I bought a basket style air fryer and I hated it. It was my first try with an air fryer and it was a mess and it dried out everything. I just couldn't get the hang of it. It wasn't a Roswill but like it. Then when Instant Pot came out with their air fryer oven I decided to give it a shot because I love Instant Pot brand pressure cookers. Their air fryer is great. Much easier to use and works better in my opinion. To answer your questions, 1. The Omni has a removable drip pan on the bottom for easy cleaning. That said, getting drips on the heating elements and the ceiling are a bit of a pain to clean. But if you wipe it down after every use and don't let it build up, it stays pretty clean. I use mine every day since it came out in October and I am pretty diligent about not running it with grease stuck on. It is never going to look like new, but it's not a mess at all. 2. 15 inches is too wide. I think the dimensions of the inner wall are like 14 3/4 inches. 3. The heating elements are not replaceable. That said, because it's an oven and not a basket style the top heating element is not as close so it doesn;t get messy. You also don't cook food that splatters on the top level so it doesn't splatter anyway. The bottom elements are easy to clean but if you are cooing food that drips, you just put the black drip tray under and it protects the bottom. 4. You can rotisserie up to 4 lbs. But you can cook a bigger roast or whatever on the tray. It fits quite a large size. I have a video on how to cook things bigger on the rotisserie and one trick I use is to cover the bottom with foil including the heating elements and then place the veggies on the foil. So you are in essence cooking the veggies on the floor of the oven while the meat cooks above it. The trick though is you can't use a function that turns on the bottom heating elements. Which is easy because with the Omni you can control that. 5. The height is not a problem because it is quite large. However, you do have to be aware that when cooking a casserole or baking something, it doesn't over brown the top. But there are ways around that. Hoe this helps.

[@ericfischer996]

@@LanaUnderPressure Thanks Lana. Keep up the good work!

[@barrandrejo9818]

Hi Lana, I bought this toaster oven (it is not the omni plus is the previous model, the model without the Physical buttons) in my country, but i think is defective, my question is if the two top bars heating have to change the color, because I already used the all modes and they never change the color, Could you confirm this?

[@Daniel-tj6mc]

Great video reviews! I almost purchased a breville and thank God I saw your videos. Rotisserie, air frying, dehydrating & convection? Oh it's a home chefs dream. 1 quick question. Do you think a pizza stone would work will in this?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

So glad you are enjoying cooking with it. So, I bought a pizza stone and I found that it really didn't work great. I got better results without it. That said, I don;t make homemade pizza a lot in the air fryer, so I may not be utilizing the stone correctly.

[@6isabitch]

Just got an Omni. Tonight I pushed air fry smart button and selected fries. Thinking it said 10 minutes. Will it preheat first or does it just start cooking right away? Or am I missing something on how to preheat before I start air frying mode?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. On air fry mode it should preheat. It will say "ON" and that's preheat mode. Once it starts counting down then it's cooking.

[@6isabitch]

@@LanaUnderPressure .....thank you. I air fried in it again and noticed it was preheating. I was just thrown off a little after it preheated it started counting down then. I was looking for like a add food message. Would you recommend putting food in while it preheats? Some people say they do ...others say they don't. Sorry for the confusion and questions. Your channel is great!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

@@6isabitch Not a problem. Yes it would be much better if it said add food. But it does beep. Unless you are using rotisserie or reheating, always preheat. Just like an oven.

[@janellvirtuouswoman4896]

Thanks for the Great videos! I just purchased this one!!!😊😊😊☺☺

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You are so welcome!

[@marleyn]

Very helpful review. Thanks

[@brigitteharris7031]

Thanks this has been helpful. Omini can be found at Walmart.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Thank you so much!

[@HolySpiritActivate7]

Hi Lana.. thank you for these awesome informative videos. I tried figuring out if the OMNI or OMNI plus has the coating on the inside or any of its accessories it comes with it throughout the comments and online info. I bought the plus thinking that was the one without it but I believe I was incorrect. Before I return it, do you know if the OMNI have any coating in or on it or its accessories? I seen you mention the company may also be confused lol.. Also, do you prefer baking in the IP or OMNI? Which comes out better? Trying to see if I need the cake pan for the IP. THANKS again!!! Blessings

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. Yes the Omni Plus is the one with the coating. The Omni doesn't have a non-stick coating. The drip pan has a black coating but it is not non-stick or PTFE. I do not like "baking" in the IP other than cheesecake and flan and bread pudding. True baking needs a dry heat and for that the IP just isn't the appliance for that. I know many people like making cakes and things in the IP but I find the texture dense. I am an avid baker and I prefer to use my Omni/Vortex Plus and even then sometimes for specific desserts, I use my oven. Hope this helps.

[@HolySpiritActivate7]

@@LanaUnderPressure this helps tremendously!! I appreciate your recommendations and hope you eventually receive Incentive for the amount of time and efforts you provide!!

[@lisasummey6127]

Great question. I have been confused on this topic as well. I’m searching for one as a gift for my sister and one of her girls has a pet bird. I definitely don’t want to gift them something that isn’t safe. It’s odd that specific information isn’t readily available on the IP site or even in the product specifications on other sites. Glad to have found this channel.

[@PrincessPinkyGirl]

Did I miss something on a rotating basket? I thought it came with one, but it doesn't and I would love to find one that works with this model.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. No the Omni and Omni Plus do not come with the basket. Only the Vortex Plus does. If you go to my video on accessories I have a link where you can buy the basket on Amazon for the Omni.

[@lindalinton2567]

Lana Under Pressure accessories

[@ClaudeGermain]

I have the omni plus how do I turn the light on while cooking something

[@LanaUnderPressure]

HI. Press in the Preset Knob. It also functions as the Light on/off button.

[@fantastic2008]

lana se puede hacer ahi pudin y pan y flan?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Absolutamente. En mi blog tengo una receta de pudín de pan y flan y flan de queso.

[@ericweiss9445]

what mode turns on the circular heating element that hangs below the fan? Mine never lights up.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. That coil doesn't light up when on. It is used during every more except toast.

[@ThanhNguyen-ct1ks]

how to turn convect off while baking

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. You cannot turn the fan off. The only mode that doesn't use the fan is the Toast mode. However, in bake you can turn it in LO and also I add the black tray to the very top level to block some of the air half way through cooking.

[@gracielamadrigal8002]

THANKS FOR THE VIDEO. WILL YOU PLEASE GIVE ME INSTRUCTIONS HOW TO MAKE BREAD, COOKIES AND CAKES????? THANKS A LOT.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Yes I will :)

[@karing2171]

Hi Lana. Love your videos on the Omni Plus. I just bought one yesterday and have studied your tips and methods. Can I bake a full-size loaf of yeast bread in my Omni Plus? If so, do you have any tips? Any chance of a video coming soon on the subject?j Thanks again!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. Thank you so much for your kind words and I'm so glad you found my videos helpful. I'm an avid baker, but I have to say I haven't bashed bread in the Omni yet. It's great for baking other things like cakes and actually i prefer it to the oven. I will definitely put that on my list of videos to make. My Austin though is to use a function that allows you to use the Fan on LO and get it as far from the top heading elements as possible so as not to over brown the crust before cooking through.

[@karing2171]

@@LanaUnderPressure Thanks for your reply. I just made the Betty Crocker Supreme Brownies that you recommended for my first bake and they cake out wonderful. I look forward to reading more of your blog and seeing your videos. Thanks again.

[@1cynanne]

Very well explained. Thanks

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lisalisa3110]

Debating between Omni plus vs breville smart air, which do you recommend?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Well I have never used the Breville so I can't really say. I know a lot of people who have one and like it.

[@jonicarr9011]

Can the convection feature be turned OFF for baking cakes and cookies?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. No. Only the Toast function doesn't use the fan. However, I bake cakes all the time and I turn the fan to LO and it is perfect. Even better than the oven.

[@stevenswall]

If you fully load it with bread to toast, how does it look? Are they all even?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Yes pretty much. The ones directly under the heading element get a little browned but it does a pretty good job imho.

[@leviworley7089]

What kind of pot do you use for the slow cooker option and where can I find one?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

** I am so sorry it took me so long to reply. I returned to teach at my son's high school to help with their teacher shortage due to COVID. It has really cut down on my time to do anything else. Sorry.** Honestly I don't use the slow cooker function much, but you can use any oven safe pot or dish.

[@jw-kz5wl]

when does the top coil work on the instant pot air omni fryer? I have not seen it come on yet and I'm wondering if it is working.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. It works on all functions but Toast. However, unlike the long heating elements, the coil does not change color so it look slike it's off but it's not.

[@texann8344]

My Omni plus is only letting me set my timer for 1 hour, how do I set the time longer then an hour? Maybe my Omni is messed up.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

No, certain modes have different time ranges. Bake and Roast will go up to 4 hours if I remember correctly. Dehydrate and slow cook are longer. Air Fry has a shorter time. Hope this helps.

[@Psychotechmusichead]

Thank you so much! I have the vortex pro but I cook dog treats so I need the omni as well so I can Dehydrate my salmon and beef liver treats

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi! Oh I love messaging dog treats and the dehydrating function is great. I have a videoon 3 ingredient dog treats in the air fryer and on my blog I have a recipe for an Instant Pot dog birthday cake.

[@Psychotechmusichead]

Lana Under Pressure ooooo my dogs bday is next month!

[@Psychotechmusichead]

Lana Under Pressure vortex pro does not have the space I need so I’m buying the omni and keeping my vortex so I can use both for dehydration cause trying to dehydrate two pounds of Salmon and a pound of liver is not easy in a vortex specially with time

[@LanaUnderPressure]

@@Psychotechmusichead I have both as well (actually I have 3, but I only use 2) and I think that is a smart idea to get the larger one as well. It really mashes a difference when trying to do bigger bstches.

[@Psychotechmusichead]

Lana Under Pressure I’m watching your videos right now and I just adore you! Thank you for helping my husband and I decide we’re buying a omni 🤣

[@sosamarini935]

Hi, Omni plus how to turn off the fan? Thanks.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. You can not turn the fans off. It's an air fryer so it's meant to cook with the fan. However, Toast mode the fan does not turn on. And a few modes the fan can be turned to LO.

[@valo8204]

Gracias love it. The information material in the box does not provide you with the knowledge required to use the omni.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mattro4902]

Very helpful. Thank you very much.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You're welcome!

[@yolandaescanciano8511]

Hello, thanks for another information video! I’ve been using my Omni Plus on top of my stove, but that essentially leaves me without my stove to use for other things. I am wanting to use on my counter top, but worry that the bottom gets too hot and will damage my counter top due to heat. Is this a concern? Of it is what would you suggest to put under the Omni to protect the counter top?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I have granite counter tops and it's fine. However, you can put it on a wooden cutting board or on Amazon they have silicon mats to place under toaster ovens.

[@LuvsSno]

I'm also intrested in doing baking in the air fryer I purchase.. Does the convection fan stay on in the *bake* mode? I know baking result really very in convection versus traditional ovens

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I am an avid baker and I have a few baking recipes on my bog. The fan does stay on during bake mode but you can reduce it to low which is what I usually do. Also, remember that on bake mode, it uses both the top and bottom heating element. Make sure you take that into consideration.

[@TheAirheaded1]

Hi there Lana, I'm wanting to do some beef jerky, and my current oven only went down to 250 degrees, how low can this go? And how many watts is it? Thanks for video and info. Cheers!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You are so welcome and I am glad I could help. It is 1800 W and it goes down to 85°F.

[@SoulSeekerDR]

I am debating on getting this, my over is pretty shot and my landlord is so slow at fixing things I am thinking that this may be a good time to buy this. Plus I am trying to eat healthier and this looks to be a good way to do so. Mostly I am worried about if the outside gets really hot it may not be the right choice, does it get hot enough to actually burn you if touching the outside or does it just get warm, thanks.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi! I am sorry you are having issues with your oven. I hope it gets fixed soon. This would be a great as a substitute for an oven and just about anything I have made in my oven, I can make int he Omni. That said, you do need to make sure you convert the times because the Omni has a fan and is an air fryer so it cooks quicker and browns faster. It's a learning curve but once you get the hang of it, I like it better. Yes, it does get hot on the outside. Not enough to burn you if you accidentally brush up against it. The glass door is the hottest but it has a safety cushion so you don't touch it when opening the door. I ahve cooked with it since it came out in October and I ahve not burned myself yet.

[@Bendc1970A1]

Is that display always on? The "OFF" message that is.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Yes. I unplug mine after each use ( they actually suggest that in the manual).

[@ivonnelopez3702]

Hello Lana! What is the measure inside?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Great question. It's hard to answer since it isn't very symmetrical but the best average measurement is 14 by 12 by 10.

[@donnaanderson7381]

can you please explain about the proof mode again.. i want to rise pizza dough

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Sorry it took so long to reply. Usually I get back within a day, but for some reason I wasn't getting email notifications of comments. The proof mode is exactly like you would have on an oven. It keeps the temperature just warm enough to activate the yeast but not too hot that it will kill them. Place your dough in a greased bowl. Then spray a piece of plastic wrap with PAM and cover the bowl. Place that in the Omni on the lower level and set to proof at the lowest temp for as long as your recipe says.

[@debbiedobson2975]

Hi. I can't get my omni plus to change from celcius to fahrenheit?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Press in the Temp dial and hold for 3 secs.

[@klee5288]

Hi, I have the omni plus 11 in 1 toaster oven. Whenever I try to change the temperature it always goes back to the preset temperature. What should I do? Thank you

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Sorry it took so long to reply. Usually I get back within a day, but for some reason I wasn't getting email notifications of comments. Oh wow, that's new one for me. Have you tried resetting it? Press and hold the cancel button for 3 seconds and that will factory reset all the modes.

[@mariajeslis701]

Where can I order an extra basket for the Omni?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Sadly you can't. The company doesn't sell extra accessories. But in my accessories video there's a basket that fits.

[@mariajeslis701]

Lana Under Pressure thank you I watched that video earlier today and ordered the cooper basket from Amazon.

[@sweetrivermike]

You cannot directly fro Instant Pot. However, I find this one to be superior anyway www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VMHLTHC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@marissabrown6035]

Hi! I have the foodi deluxe but for the summer I’m wanting a larger air fryer. I looked the the foodi oven but i like roast chicken. I bought the vortex plus but I’m debating on taking it back today for the Omni we are a family of 5. Do you have a preference?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. It is really up to you, but I think for a family of 5 is you want to use it often, I would go with the Omni. Much bigger.

[@kennethjames5373]

What a great video and channel! I’m very happy I found you. Thank you for your clear descriptions and demonstrations. You make me imagine I can cook.....

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Thank you so much for your kind words. It really made my day. And I promise you, you can cook. If you would have told me 6 years ago that I would have a cooking channel I would have said you were crazy. I used to hate cooking. But by following recipes and keeping at it, I not only make my own recipes but I like it. I'm not a chef nor have I taken classes. I'm just a regular person who tries out recipes and makes mistakes, but keeps on until I get it right. :)

[@allisoneducationtech]

Hi Lana! Thanks for your thorough videos! I just subscribed! Quick Q: the Instant website says the Omni Plus warranty is 1 year. Do you know that to be accurate? I have received a warranty replacement for an IP several years after I bought it. I’m just wondering if they are as generous with their Omni Plus warranty. Thanks again!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi! I have not had to use my warranty at all, so I can;t really answer that question. But I do know a lot of people have reached out to the company and they have been very good at replacing or helping to fix their units.

[@magueylee8718]

Hi there, thank you so much for the videos I think I watched all of the omni plus oven ones. Now that I've got it, I notice that there's a plastic smell when in operation. Do you know how I can get rid of it?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. A lot of people have had that issue. It's due to leftover residue from the factory burning off. If you run it on high for about 20 minutes it should burn off and not be an issue anymore. If it still is, contact the company. They have a great customer service line.

[@amb2745]

@@LanaUnderPressure I just bought the Omni Plus today, and was looking for the online manual to read over. They mention an oven test you can do with the Air Fry Wings setting. You run the oven like you are cooking Air Fried Wings, except you don't use food or any baking items. You run it through it's baking cycle, which is at 400 degrees, and that should burn off any factory residue.

[@bonsaiserenety]

What are the interior dimensions, especially the height.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

** I am so sorry it took me so long to reply. I returned to teach at my son's high school to help with their teacher shortage due to COVID. It has really cut down on my time to do anything else. Sorry.** That's a tough question because you have to take into account what level you are cooking on. It's roughly about 14 x 12 x 10 (height)

[@wholoveskitty]

Please, can you tell me if you’ve had issues with the labels coming off on the Omni Plus. Thank you. 🙂❤️

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I have not because I only wipe down the outside with a Norwex cloth. Bieber many people have had that issue of they used a cleaner or Scrub sponge. It's unfortunate. The new Omni Plus Durant have suckered on the outside, so they fixed that issue.

[@shirleyguderyan5840]

I can't find your Facebook page there are so many. I want to follow you, you do videos a person can understand. Thank You

[@GravInducedSleepTrac]

Do they sell another baking rack? I really want a two level baking rack to cook my protein on top & maybe potatoes or veggies in the bottom rack. Advise?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

They don't sell another rack as of yet. However, in my accessories video and blog I show you how to stack two baskets. You could use the drip pan as one layer and then the rack as another. But the drip pan can be hard to clean if you cook directly on it so keep that in mind.

[@GravInducedSleepTrac]

@@LanaUnderPressure Thanks for your response. I did use the drip pan & rack together & put foil on the drip pan to avoid an ugly clean up.

[@morarivera9580]

Love your videos. Qué me haría yo sin ti. Because the manual has very little information. You should think about writing a book(s). Congratulations on your great work.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Muchas gracias por tus lindas palabras! They mean so much to me and I am so glad I could help. My fourth grade teacher actually talked me into writing my blog and she mentioned I should turn it into a book. Lol She said I should partner with Goya. I could get on board with that. hehe

[@morarivera9580]

De nada. Vas hacia arriba. No dejes perder el impulso y la oportunidad.

[@Khrehankashmiri]

very god explained ...thanks @lana under pressure

[@jamiedenise9876]

Can the instant only take place of a microwave?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Sorry it took so long to reply. Usually I get back within a day, but for some reason I wasn't getting email notifications of comments. Hi. This is a common question. In my opinion I don;t think it can take the place of a microwave 100%. You can reheat things like water for boiling, or soups, or microwave meals in plastic containers.

[@juleo707]

Thank you for the video Lana! Do you know how to change the temperature scale? Somehow it got changed to Celsius and it’s throwing me off :/

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Oh no! I think if you press and hold the yemp dial in for 3 seconds you can then switch between F and C.

[@lizlizliz2410]

Experiencing this same issue 😫

[@terrimorris8380]

I love mine. How do I change it from celcius farenheit?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Sorry it took me a while to get to your comment, I went back to teaching full time. If you hold the preset button in for 3 to 4 sec.

[@happycluck4163]

This was very helpful, thanks!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You are so very welcome!

[@texann8344]

Can I bake a frozen family size lasagna in this?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I haven't tried one yet, but my suggestion would be to 1. use the conversion time and temperature, 2. place the lasagna in while it is preheating to defrost it some and 3. place the black drip tray on top to deflect some of the heat and not over brown the top, then at the end remove it.

[@joestrummer55]

how do you dehydrate jerky in the Omni plus??

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I'm working on that recipe this week. However, if you join my facebook group, there are quite a few people who have done jerky and love it. It's very easy.

[@ja9915]

Have you grilled steaks & pork chops with this , or using something else ? thanks.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. I ahve a great recipe for stuffed pork chops I did in the Omni. They come out great. I ahven't added my steak recipe, but tonight I just did cubed steak Cuban style and it was really yummy.

[@ja9915]

Thanks for the reply. So you air fry ,not grill, correct ? I was looking at the Power XL, which includes griddle plate for grilling.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

@@ja9915 Yep, I air fry. Mine doesn't have a grill option.

[@elianasiciliano7645]

Thank you for your great information, I am trying to choose between the Omni plus and the omni , which can only find at Walmart the instant pot web site does not show either........has the omni been discontinued?....Thank you.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. Thank you so much for the kind words. The Omni is hard to find now since they came out with the Omni Plus other than at certain Walmarts. Any recipe you find for the Omni Plus you can make in the Omni, and vice verse. Both cook exactly the same.

[@AnnetteCarlo191705]

@@LanaUnderPressure I got mine at Walmart and it was the Omni they didn't had the Omni plus

[@kruiterman]

Has anyone noticed the black plastic vent at the back becomes loose with the heat and gives off an annoying rattle?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. I have heard the rattle sometimes, but I was unaware that it was the vent in the back. I'll have to investigate. Thanks. :)

[@kruiterman]

Lana Under Pressure it’s an easy fix, but I don’t want to suggest anything that could possibly void the warranty.

[@jingqinirisdeng3117]

Hi, does the fan always on when you cook no matter you choose which mode? Mine is always on except the toast mode. Another question is when we finish cooking, I can hear sound (seems like it still running) for about 5-10 mins, does it happen to yours as well?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. Yes the fan works on all modes except for toast. However you can adjust the fan to LO or HI depending on what mode you choose. It has a cool function where it will run a bit after. Mine doesn't make noise 10 min later though. That seems awful long.

[@denisemedeiros3643]

My fan comes on even in toast mode and stays on for 5 minutes after I hit cancel. In fact, I just tested it with nothing in the oven. I hit toast, waited for the fan to come on (which was immediate) and then quickly hit cancel. The fan stayed on for a full 5 minutes. Seems like a setting we could possibly adjust? That would be amazing because my husband and I hate this feature!

[@moumou7511]

Is it good for baking? Like cakes 🎂?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

It is GREAT for baking. If you go to my blog, I have recipes for some of my favorites like pineapple upside down cake. The air flow actually makes cakes and cookies fluffy and gives them an awesome crumb.

[@moumou7511]

@@LanaUnderPressure thank you I sure will get one.. ill start to prepare for the Christmas list 😁🤫🤫

[@sggoding]

Can you buy the Omni anymore or only the Omni Plus? I cannot seem to find the Omni anywhere.

[@sggoding]

Never mind. I see the comment below now!

[@RosannaXie]

When I press the temp/time button to change the temperature sometimes it works and unfortunately sometimes it doesn’t. Most times it gets stuck on the time area and won’t let me change the temperature. It’s quite upsetting cause most of the time I use different temperatures and not presets and a regular oven usually has a separate time and temperature dial and is less time consuming for me to change. Does anyone else have this problem?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Sorry it took so long for me to get back to you, my internet was out for 2 weeks due to the tropical storm. Oh no, I haven't had this issue. You may have a faulty oven. I definitely would reach out to the company. They have an amazing customer service and if they can help you fix the issue, they will send you a replacement.