Ninja Sizzle Review: It Could Have Been Great...

[@TheAverageKitchen]

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[@paddy8507]

Why do you never tell the length of the warranty when comparing warranty etc on the different models

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good point, we'll try to include that! - J

[@manofsan]

Can you do Smash Burgers on this, or is it too fragile?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I think you could for sure. - J

[@KeithSansevere]

I just got this over the weekend and used it for the first time on Sunday. I love it so far. I'm thinking it doesn't slope down because if a pound's worth of bacon grease was constantly going into the trap there, it may overflow down the front. Just scraping the oil into it seems safer to me. I just plan on using some paper towels to soak up the grease if I ever cook that much bacon. I'm a single guy so the size of this is very appealing to me. That's why I'm replacing my larger Ninja grill with this one. It's big enough for me.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Awesome ! Thanks for your perspective. Marc

[@vitogriffin8902]

You could also put something, like a poker chip or really anything, under the back feet when you're cooking super greasy stuff...or just lift the back end up to let the grease run forward when you're done. If they'd have built it with much more angle then people would complain that eggs, pancakes etc were sliding down.

[@georgiaspencer542]

I save ALL my bacon grease to cook with!

[@julianwan]

It happened because he didnt click the grill in all the way. In the video he even hears the click, freaks out, and says “what was that” Kind of negates his whole point about the grease trap.

[@Mindurz]

​​@@vitogriffin8902 Thank you, my comment exactly 💯

[@Cameleon_1258]

I'm a single/divorced guy living in an apartment. I think this is probably a good option since I can't have an outdoor gas grill here. Very thorough review. It's currently on sale for $99. And onions are standard in fajitas...

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good deal! And definitely standard... - J

[@bpd8426]

If you haven’t bought it, it’s 50 dollars ATM Walmart now on clearance sale, and it’s online only free shipping.

[@skylark4901]

@@bpd8426 Funny I just bought this from Walmart for $79 + tax free delivery today, maybe it depends on where you live, I'm in MA

[@jhayt4r]

I wish there was an easier way to empty the grease tray. Removable or drains to a separate container. How do you deal with grease overage?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Agreed. Hope it doesn't overflow! - J

[@cabezamiami]

Insert a rolled paper towel, it gets soaked and just do it again if you are cooking a lot of steaks or burgers

[@crutcher2244]

It doesn’t slope by design, same as a bigger blackstone. You don’t want oils and liquids running off when cooking. By design you pull the fluids into the trap. Awesome video! -Texas

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Great insight !! Never been to Texas. Would love to get down to a Dallas Stars game, great atmosphere at that barn!! Marc

[@clintpopp7036]

Just picked one yo today, so i figured i chrck out a video after i bought it. 😬 Great video and channel! Subscribed and will be checking out more of yiur stuff.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thank you so much !! Cheers. Marc

[@IndigenousArtst]

1:19 My son just gave me one of these for Mother's Day. I cannot for the life of me get that lid to come off. I looked in the book and there are NO instructions. Are we supposed to have to take all those screws out to "pop" the lid off!? That's not my idea of "just popping the lid off" though. Anyway, if you could please show HOW to get that lid off I would greatly appreciate it.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

It should just lift up I think? Anyone else have this issue? - J

[@stevecarr1992]

Just watched a review where many commenters said thanks for showing us how to remove lid, and that no other vid had done so. Many could not figure it out. 🤔

[@rik-1-j6n]

@@stevecarr1992 don’t pull it straight up. Tilt the lid slightly forward and then pull up. Keep tilting it down until it releases.

[@bradschenck9036]

The next time you do something that has buns, you could close the lid and place the buns on top, to steam them!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Great idea ! Marc

[@LinDuhLou]

Hi. Linda in SW Florida USA. Please help! I have the Sizzle GRILL ONLY. Can I buy the griddle plate from the grill/griddle model or is it a different size???

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Not sure. Maybe contact Ninja ? They might have accessories for sale. Marc

[@clash0820]

Just bought one yesterday on sale at Costco, watching your video it seems pretty good. I am thinking no timers ect because they are making it more like a bbq. Do you still use it?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Let us know how you like it. It gets used once in a while. Marc

[@hpsportzintell8080]

Mine didn't come with the flat plate it only has the grill top😢😢😢

[@TheAverageKitchen]

🤔🤔

[@bigbad791]

You can order the flattop 30 bucks

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks! - J

[@mastercollector2891]

Ever since i bought my Ninja Twisti blender and watched your video review on it, i haven't stopped since watching. I watched other reviewers, but they can't come even close on what you guy's do. #1 in my ( cooking ) book lol. The other's......blank spaces in my cooking book. Keep up the great work! #1 subscriber 😊 here.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

That's so much for the support and the amazing comment! - J

[@fargo52]

I watched this vid again and it looked like you cooked everything at about 400 degrees so how could you compare other temp selections and how accurate they were

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for watching it twice! Did we claim to be testing the accuracy of the temperature? - J

[@fargo52]

maybe you did not claim to but doing this for the public it would have been nice if you used an infared gun to test the heat setting@@TheAverageKitchen

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Lol ok. Thanks for the feedback. - J

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Lol ok. Thanks for the feedback. - J

[@michaelb4512]

Comparing the ninja smart xl pro 7 in 1 grill and griddle out of every other ninja indoor grills would the 7 in 1 be the best or which one is best?Thankyou!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

This should answer your question ➡️kzbin.info/www/bejne/fX6vl6WtprN4rq8. Thanks for watching! - J

[@briandavis8585]

Are the bottom legs adjustable to make it have a tilt or just put some ceramic coasters under the back legs?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Not that I’m aware of. But putting something under the legs might work. Marc

[@fpartidafpartida]

I plan to buy one of these to do some car camping/overlanding trips (I mountain bike). Any chance in talking you into doing some cooking that would work for something like that? Maybe pre-prep and bring it with?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

We'll see what we can do. Thanks for watching! - J

[@EricaGivens-m8e]

Las Vegas here! I love your channel and videos! The grease well isn’t a deal breaker for me since I typically do bacon on sheet pan with parchment paper in the oven, but mainly I just want a griddle surface to cook on instead of using the frying pan all the time. This seems to fit the bill. I do have an electric griddle like the one you described your mom having, and mine totally collects dust in the cabinet too, lol! It takes up too much space to leave on the counter. Just a tip, but if you spread a bit of mayo on the english muffins before putting them on the grill, they’ll they should toast up better. I do it for grilled cheese too. Thanks for the video!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the great comment! - J

[@kathyfann]

Do they make a ceramic surface unit non Toxic and non stick

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Great question! Not really sure. - J

[@saragoldsmith2913]

I come from a larger family of 8. Even the electric traditional griddles do not hold much grease. Often leading to a mess overflowing onto the counter, since the trap is under the pan and you can’t see the amount inside. Even cooking bacon in a pan can be messy and even dangerous. This looks to be safer and even cleaner than most.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good insight! - J

[@neddered77]

I want to see more videos from you guys especially Ninja Speedi recipes if possible , great camera work and commentary too . Well done keep it coming 👏👍Niall in Ireland🇮🇪

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much for the wonderful comment! We'll see what we can do! - J

[@TheAverageKitchen]

LOVE Ireland !! Been there twice. Thanks !! Marc

[@dscott5964]

What would you recommend to make grilled chicken? George Foreman?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

For indoors, the Ninja or Cosori grills are good. - J

[@t_onya_c]

Enjoy all your product review videos. Never had a whistle dog - ready to try it now (in Atlanta, GA). Gotta say I’m not a big fan of this machine. You could do the same things on the Ninja - Foodi XL Pro 7-in-1 Indoor Grill & Griddle - and still have the option to air fry on the same machine.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I agree !! Thanks for watching. Marc

[@crystalgentry9133]

Hi, I just want you to know that I just stumbled across your channel. You reviewed the new Paul chopper review and it helped me make a decision about which one to buy so thank you but the other thing I want to say is thank you for describing everything that you do what things look like how your recipes turn out thank you for reading all the ingredients and you know the amounts and the ingredients and also the way to make the recipes as I am totally blind, so thank you for all that you guys are amazing

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for that wonderful comment! We're glad we can help! - J

[@tomgreen2058]

I'm actually happier there isn't much of a slope, I'm happy scraping oil out the way if I need to. This way I'm able to get a better crisp on hash browns etc.

[@tomgreen2058]

Also, if you did want the grease to drain for whatever reason I'm sure you could put something thin under the back legs to tilt it slightly. Hardly ideal I know but still a reasonable workaround... It'd be better if the back legs were slightly adjustable or something

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Fair enough! - J

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Yes agreed, easy workaround for sure. Just as part of the review we found that a big factor. Thanks for watching! - J

[@tomgreen2058]

@@TheAverageKitchen it's a valid concern, I'm glad you brought it up! For my use case though I'm happy with it... I'll probably be picking one up at some stage. You can also bet I'll be toasting my buns in that bacon fat!

[@mamaost1996]

Darn, I just picked one up today and I didn’t get the flat grill part! 😡

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Oh really? I didn't know that was an option. - J

[@DCTrainsOfThought]

If you bought it in store you prob got the gr100 version which only comes with one plate.

[@benjaminjwilson6694]

I bought one of these because I kept my pans too hot and caused a lot of smoke. this controls the temp and I cook my food perfectly.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Very nice! - J

[@smiley9872]

This is the comment I was looking for, thank you.

[@dfbgodzilla]

This or the blackstone e series?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

We haven't reviewed that one yet but we'll see what we can do! - J

[@TomJones-uw9bf]

It is very surprising there is no indicator light of when the grill has hit the dial temp you set. The grease problem I could fix by shimming the back of the machine. It seems they definitely had a strict price point in mind when designing this machine.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@dothill1258]

I have the Sizzle. In fact, my first one was returned because I felt (as well as Ninja) it ran exceptionally hot. The replacement is doing same thing. It is like it runs 25-50 degrees hotter than where dial is set. I actually love the grease well as it is easier to clean out than that on the 7n1 Griddle Grill. Then again, I have never cooked an entire package of bacon on the griddle. I prefer mine AF. As for the popping, mine does that as well. It may be from changes in temp causing expanding and contracting of metals. Is that a thing? 😊

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Yup, I think that's a thing lol. Thanks for the comment! - J

[@HailToTheTheft]

I’m glad I found this video. I just got one a few days ago and the popping was freaking me out a bit. Glad it’s normal. One day I’ll have a real grill.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Glad we could help! - J

[@martinmorningstar9724]

Love the video. Thank you. Walmart sells this model with only one plate.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good to know thanks !! Marc

[@benjaminjwilson6694]

I went to Target for the one with both plates.

[@mamaost1996]

Just happened to me today. I suppose that’s why it was $20 cheaper at Walmart. It’s ok, I really wanted it for the grilling part. I live in a condo, this should work out well

[@cindye9996]

Great review! I’ve never seen this new Ninja product! I agree that the drainage for oil is not very good, it should have a slope to drain. That would be great if this had that also as I would love something with a flat top griddle. I’m watching you from Queen Creek, Arizona, USA! ❤ Love your channel!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much for the support! We want to go golfing in Arizona! - J

[@lizardscraps]

Personally I don't want the slope because I want to make pancakes that are round, not oval. 😂

[@ryangreen5796]

Just got one of these and I might return it. Don't like ceramic coating

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Fair enough! Thanks for watching! - J

[@martinmorningstar9724]

The lid is just a diffuser to keep spatter under some control. Thank you

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Yes you're right. Thanks for watching. - J

[@gerilee8612]

Im totally gonna try peanut butter and a hotdog 🌭! I'll let you know how it goes. Do you suggest just a regular hotdog, or are bratts ok too? This is the first video of yours that I've watched. I enjoyed it. It made me laugh! 😂 Happy New Year! 🎉 I live in WA state. Have you ever seen the meme about Marc with a C? The barista wrote, Cark! Lol I recently purchased the Ninja Sizzle. I like it so far. I'm going to try a tritip tonight🤞. I find that is doesn't have even heating, however it hasn't been a huge problem.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Hahaha LOVE IT !! I’d do just a regular hot dog. Thanks for watching !! Marc

[@fargo52]

I just bought one of these with the flat top and this video was very informative and well done I enjoyed it were you guys full after lol

[@TheAverageKitchen]

That’s awesome thanks !! Marc

[@natasham943]

I came here for a review on the Ninja grill... your cooking style is great... i'm sold!!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Haha thanks so much! - J

[@suekuan1540]

What is difference of gr100 and gr101 model?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Not really sure.

[@DCTrainsOfThought]

The gr101 comes with the griddle plate as well. The gr100 can be found at Walmart with the grill plate only.

[@susanhead5035]

Thanks for the very thorough excellent review. I'm a fellow Canadian living in England for the last 10 years. I'm going to go order this now. Keep up the amazing work :)😃

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much! 🇨🇦 - J

[@JamesJonesTech]

Happy Thanksgiving fellas! Easily my favorite food related KZbin channel. I'd watch yall review plastic silverware and enjoy it haha

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much for the great comment! - J

[@moisesgaray3995]

I think it's not sloping cause of your counter you have it right at the corner on the back end that's usually where a counter top could bend. I have it flat on a center counter it slops just fine

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Can’t see it. It’s granite.

[@Boodlums]

@@TheAverageKitchen Does your smartphone have a level/measure app? It comes in handy!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Never thought of that ! Good idea. Marc

[@Saovang90-559]

Thanks for the review. Was looking to pull the trigger on one. Until I saw how it manages grease. No go from me.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for watching ! Marc

[@mariehogg8889]

Love watching you 2 I want this grill but live in the UK and the reviews say it is not compatible with UK voltage

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much! That sucks though...we certainly don't know anything about UK voltage, unfortunately... - J

[@jamesgedling2447]

It's definitely available in the UK now. My only issue is that it looks small

[@TheAverageKitchen]

@jamesgedling2447 it’s certainly not huge. Marc

[@smiley9872]

available on QVC UK right now.

[@Bessie66]

Thinking of getting one of these. £20 cheaper on Amazon than on ninja - the review has been great in the sense that I think the drained grease in the reservoir tank would be difficult to clear - obviously not very well thought out. A separate tank that you could empty would be better like the George Forman type.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Let us know how u like it. Marc

[@nicholasmalinowski1976]

Informative video! I’m from California but I have been to Italy, Turkey, Germany, Serbia, Bosnia, Montenegro and Georgia. Have you been to all of them?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

That’s awesome. I’ve been to 20 countries in Europe, from your list I’ve been to Turkey and Germany twice. Cheers. Marc

[@frankzappa3538]

Wife just won one of these at a Christmas party-think I will put a poker chip under each of the back feet to help the flattop drain easier

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Great idea actually. Marc

[@skylark4901]

I just bought one, waiting for it to arrive soon, I couldn't find one with the cook times on the front, not that I'd use it but perhaps they decided it wasn't a good idea to do that especially where it only shuts off manually anyway, plus things could be under cooked. As far as grease not going into the slot I suppose check the level on your Island but otherwise it's an inexpensive cooker, relatively, so just put a piece of cardboard under the back legs or figure something more permanent. And... Mayo? 🤨

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Let us know how you like it !! Marc

[@IfComputersCouldTalk]

Did you experience a lot of splatter? I was interested in this item but so many said it splatter grease all over their counters.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

There's definitely some splatter, depending on what you're cooking. Keeping the lid down helps, but if you're making bacon, for example, splatter is inevitable. Thanks for watching! - J

[@moondog3056]

Don't cook food with lots of grease in it if you don't want splatter

[@PiNkThRoNe302]

Bacon always splatters especially with high heat also i drain mine in between cooking pieces at a time.....just got my sizzle for belated xmas gift cant wait 2 try it❤😊😅

[@danapatilloytf2024]

This favors the Black Stone E Series indoor electric grill except the Series has no griddle plate

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good to know! - J

[@DisneyMarkUK]

Hi Guys, Mark with a K here from the UK. Brilliant video as always, this reminds me of a George Foreman grill. Fun fact (maybe not fun), We don’t call them English muffins, just muffins and we don’t eat them much here apart from a McDonalds breakfast, cheers as alway.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Haha love that comment! Thanks for that! - J

[@smiley9872]

So true, can't even find them here.

[@mpsarge2]

How was the smokeless part.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Actually not bad. I’m sure if you were cooking a bunch of burgers it would start smoking. Marc

[@kimlecroy2703]

The book that came with mine shows that the bacon is cooked on the grill plate chart, not the griddle chart 🤷‍♀️

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Interesting. I'm sure you can do both though! Thanks for watching. - J

[@Joey-jw6ym]

Can you guys please do reviews on Panini press grills? Thank you.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

We'll see what we can do! - J

[@jakepatchogue9478]

Excellent video. Thanks for sharing. Is it large enough for 1 large ribeye and 2 small salmon filets? Thank you

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I'd say it probably is yes. Thanks for watching! - J

[@AGlugofOilJanBennett]

Thank you so much for this video! I’m loving your channel - watching from the UK

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Amazing ! Thanks so much for the support !! 🇬🇧🇬🇧. Marc

[@Thetimecapsuletx]

My grandma use to always cook her eggs in a sea of bacon grease. Best eggs ever!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Can't argue with that! - J

[@PiNkThRoNe302]

Hi from Delaware ❤ just got my sizzle tonite cant wait to try it out since i have no luck with outdoor grills...popping noise is if its new def will hear but if not change in temperature from the metals n heat is why...😊😅 love the video tho

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much! - J

[@XTRLFX]

Germany here. Never heard of Ninja before their Creami was on the latest Amazon Prime Day. That thing caused some hype over here. Noticed that electric BBQs seem to be trending in the shops, so did some research on them. Eneded up ordering a Wodfire Connect and a Creami :-) Now want to get rid of my Gas Grill and either get a Sizzle or another Woodfire as I need more cooking space quite frequently. Not sure if I really should get rid of the Gas Grill already. Maybe I wait until it is worn out enough to jusify replacing it. On the other hand... The Sizzle isn't that pricy and I want a flat top anyway. Maybe I check out next Amazon discount day.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Awesome thank you for the comment !! Been to Germany a couple times ! Prost 🍻! Marc

[@bigrod359]

Ninja is a trap company. You start with one product you like and buy another and another. I love all Ninja products.

[@PS-en7wn]

Was gonna buy this but think I'll hold out for a year in case they do an upgrade as it looks a bit underwhelming for £150 UK pounds.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

That’s a steep price in my opinion. Marc

[@smiley9872]

QVC UK has it for 99 today

[@dailyyydangles8094]

I think when they said Smokeless they meant it wasn’t gonna give off like a charcoal/gas kinda smoke.. kinda obvious that when u cook there is always gonna have some kinda smoke when cooking

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Maybe. Thanks for watching! - J

[@sak8700]

From SanAntonio,TX. Over easy eggs, comes from flipping over eggs shortly to cook but keep egg yolks still runny

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for watching! - J

[@andrewthomas3270]

Nice video and I agree it’s so basic as far as Functions are concerned really un Ninja like. I have a Question please is it usual in North America that Fried Eggs which is what we call them here in the U.K. (I am from London) that you turn them over. Don’t you like a Runny York or Sunny Side Up as Americans call them? We like our Eggs Runny 😋

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the comment! Yes it's totally normal here to flip the fried egg, we call that over easy if it's still runny. There's also over medium and over hard, depending on how runny you like it. I personally don't mind eggs runny but over here there's a wide range of how people like eggs! - J

[@sak8700]

I wanted a blackstone, but live alone & even small one would be too much for one. Also blackstone has to be seasoned all the time & you need propane tank. I this griddle good for one

[@TheAverageKitchen]

That's a great point! - J

[@pj.1372]

Blackstone rusts even when u properly season it don’t buy took ours back

[@carlamacynski1870]

I need something to sear a sous bide steak without messing up my stovetop or going outside.

[@carlamacynski1870]

Oops..sous vide

[@TheAverageKitchen]

This might be what ur looking for…

[@marcelleking8821]

I’m from the UK (Poole in Dorset). Love your videos. Makes my decisions easy on buy it or shy away. Why English muffins? Are American/Canadian muffins different? Or don’t they have them at all? X

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Haha good question. It’s just what we call them lol. Marc

[@alexanderc05]

very nice presentation, but it would have been nice if you timed the cooking so it would give us some idea how long it takes to cook each items, am looking for an electric grill, thanks again.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Fair point! Thanks for watching. - J

[@johnnyutah1983]

Is this smokeless indoors?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

No I would not say that. If you cool something that smokes there will be smoke. - J

[@jacquelinemassinello3451]

Love the video !! Happy Thanksgiving to you , and your families 🦃

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much! Same to you! - J

[@HenSid-m7t]

The issue of poor draining of fats and oils is a definite negative

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I totally agree. Marc

[@Boodlums]

Seems like a definite plus to me, but I don't cook bacon, lol

[@diegochavez7203]

Do other products do it better? Maybe they didn't tilt it further to avoid stuff like eggs sliding into the grease trap

[@Miatachick]

I have one with both trays and love, love, LOVE it! You need to let your bread on to toast a little longer, because it WILL do it! It makes the absolute best pancakes(!).....they are pretty much perfect every time! For those people that are giving the Blackstone E-Griddle thought, pull the trigger on this one instead! I've had both and this one BY FAR is hotter and doesn't lose heat when you add your foods to it. There isn't the same amount of real estate as the E-Griddle but you will be far happier with the cook and that is because this one stays hot! When it comes to the grease , i just move it to the trap, so that hasn't been a problem. You do the same thing if you own any brand of flattop. When you fry, it's a given there is going to be a mess. Little confused by the timer comment. I own two gas fired Blackstones and had the Blackstone E-Griddle that I moved along because it was disappointing, however none of them came with a timer. Everyone want a different temp of burger anyway. :)

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Awesome. Thanks for watching and the comment. Cheers. Marc

[@thomasenawilliams2901]

Your presentation is wonderful, love it ❤

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thank you so much !!! Marc

[@sophiemikelakis7643]

Use a Turkey baster to remove the bacon grease from the reservoir without having to remove the whole surface

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good tip! - J

[@Matt369oi]

What is your top recommendation for an indoor grill?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

We just shot the newest ninja grill video, stay tuned for that, worked great ! Marc

[@lovely31bluprint]

Great review, but do the oil splatter through the mesh holes

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks, not that we noticed surprisingly. Marc

[@sthomper89512]

perhaps lift the back of the unit with small rubber feet. mine with a steak drained ok

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good tip ! Marc

[@jujujustme]

lol, after you were talking about people getting upset about 'onions' and 'over-easy eggs', I'm waiting for people to get upset about the mayo. We put a small amount of mayo and Dijon mustard on our breakfast sandwiches, and it's really good. :) One would think that a device like this should have adjustable back feet? Too bad they missed this. I do like this appliance however. Great review! :)

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Great suggestion! And thanks for the comment! - J

[@Rmonty1957]

Roy from Belfast, we just bought one to add to our Ninja collection.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Awesome! How do you like it? - J

[@Rmonty1957]

@TheAverageKitchen not used it yet as only unboxed it just before watching your review.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Keep us posted! - J

[@smiley9872]

@@Rmonty1957 Just ordered one, would love to know what you think of it!

[@TarePandaHelp]

More Combi videos fellas! Just got mine and as a single dude I have no idea where to start hahaha

[@TheAverageKitchen]

We are shooting Combi vs the Speedi this week ! Marc

[@ClarePeacock]

From UK thinking about buying 1

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Awesome. Marc

[@jasonsorter8892]

If you guys do this one again (new and improved model perhaps?) I'd love to see how it's pancake game "stacks" up.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good idea! - J

[@christosswc]

The larger chicken breast tool longer to cook mate, no surprises there. If I want a crispy sandwich I throw the buns in the air fryer for a few mins, works a treat.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks! - J

[@manofsan]

Can you do Smash Burgers on this, or is it too fragile?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Yeah absolutely you can. - J

[@celineproulx2542]

Love your videos, appreciate your reviews a lot. But peanut butter on a hotdog!! IDK I’ll have to try! Watching you from Ottawa!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Haha nice O TOWN 613 !! Beauty ! Don’t know it till ya try the PB ! Thanks for watching ! Marc

[@eartraffic]

Good vid... so, was it pretty smokeless?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I’d say for the most part yes. Marc

[@smiley9872]

That is exactly my question too!

[@TheBing44]

I’m gonna hazard a guess that the reason it’s called a flat top is so that the items cook in their own juices as a Plancha grill in a professional kitchen would do, the grease trap is just there for ease of clearing the grease off 🤷‍♂️.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

You may very well be right! Hard to argue against that. I can't remember off the top of my head if they claimed the grease drained or not. Thanks for watching! - J

[@nrusso967]

Love your videos, Marc & Jamie!!!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Love your ongoing support !!!! Marc

[@Zuzzanna]

Everything looks delicious! Have you ever been to Denmark?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thank you ! I have been to 20 countries in Europe so far. But i have yet to visit and Scandinavian countries. I’d love to go to Copenhagen!! Marc

[@Zuzzanna]

@@TheAverageKitchen I'm sure you would love it here 😊

[@TheAverageKitchen]

No doubt !!!

[@smiley9872]

@@TheAverageKitchen Have you been to Ireland??

[@libbymears7752]

Loving y'alls channel.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thank you so much !!! Marc

[@countrycitybeach]

Venting keeps it from steaming the steak and you can put the back legs on a piece of tin found doubled over to tilt it

[@TheAverageKitchen]

👍🏼👍🏼

[@brandonkrause4333]

Your counter isn’t level, the food itself ‘bacon’ holds grease around it while it’s cooking. Look at the seating surface of each of the exchangeable cooking tops for obstructions that would make it not level or the griddle feet itself. I love mine, it woks so much better then any others but when I received it as a gift I knew it was going to be a solid thing for my wife and I to make smash burgers at home and this thing made me the best smash burgers I have ever had on the first attempt! (Never made smash burgers myself) That being said it’s a good size for a couples meal. Also just a thought, you could steam warm buns or preheat other things that don’t need to be hot on the top while you’re cooking burgers, I’ve had it since Christmas and don’t hate it…

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for your perspective! - J

[@merissashakespeare21]

Are either of you still using this?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I've used it once or twice since the review, that's about it. - J

[@julianwan]

Thanks for the video. The reason your bacon grease didn’t drain properly is because you didn’t press the grill into place in the first place. That click you hear when you’re mopping up bacon grease with a paper towel was the griddle lowering into place.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I’ll have to try that out. Thanks for the heads up on that !! Marc

[@smiley9872]

Well this is a very interesting comment, thank you.

[@MrBillSabre]

When a grill does not have holes that allow the grease and juices to fall through, you end up steaming your steak a little.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for watching! - J

[@WinsVideos]

I had peanut butter on hotdogs at the school tuck shop when I was a kid.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I can barely believe that lol. But who knew! Thanks for watching. - J

[@Scorpio75]

I use liquid smoke on my burgers when I cook them indoors.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Oh awesome ! Marc

[@cabezamiami]

Liquid smoke is a hidden secret... 😂 Burgers come out great, you have to try it

[@markussenger]

Hello. Thanks for your great videos. Your videos helped me with my purchase decision. Many greetings from Germany.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much! Glad we could help! - J

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Prost !!! 🇩🇪. Marc

[@jbcoker]

Using a metal spatula is not a good idea on non st surfaces.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Yep that's true! - J

[@warbabe81]

Interesting review. I have a cast iron grill pan I’ve used for years. I honestly don’t see the point of this.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for watching.

[@brendangriffin1791]

I paid 61 $ for mine shipped with both grills open box

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Was it in good shape? - J

[@Scorpio75]

That seems like really nice flat top. Thanks for the review!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for watching! - J

[@iglapsu88]

Thanks Gentlemen for keeping it real. Very much appreciated. Hate the bought KZbinrs.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Very much appreciated! - J