Smart Lid? Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker Steam Fryer Review!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

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[@anonymousvapes8026]

Ninja speedi

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Review coming soon! - J

[@fishmo_mofish]

I have the 11 in 1 version my only criticism is the fan noise. No complaints regarding cooking.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Awesome. Thanks for watching. Marc

[@stephenstead7270]

@@fishmo_mofish My the same but it cooks great mate and cheat to run and food Tast great.

[@dawnsainsbury3482]

Great demo, No messing about, No endless talking. Thank you for not getting straight to it. I’ve made up my mind ! Thanks Dee😊

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Hopefully you mean that is for getting straight to it. Thanks for watching! - J

[@DebbiAnn2]

I have been contemplating buying this product!!! I have watched multiple reviews and I really appreciate your review. Very comprehensive and honest! Thank you so much!!!!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much for the wonderful comment! The link to buy is in the video description if you're interested! - J

[@makeit2649]

Thanks for the super helpful review! One thing to note: I don't remember all the science behind it, but adding extra water to a meat dish in the PC will always dry out the meat. I realize that is a separate issue from the wrong temp on the probe, but wanted to toss that out there so folks are aware of the issue that more water = drier meat in the PC. I could never figure out why my beef in the PC always turned out terribly, until I learned this and actually reduced the water. It takes way less than you think!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good advice, thanks! - J

[@jimsadey1816]

I'm an old guy just starting to learn to cook for myself as I no longer have a wife to do the cooking. So your tip is very helpful as I would think more water would be good. Many thanks for the information.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

👍

[@08emily89]

I LOVE listening to how other countries/cultures pronounce ‘Worcestershire sauce’ I find it so endearing 🇬🇧

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Glad we can provide that enjoyment! Cheers. Marc

[@HeidiBird77]

Worshuhshuhshire shosh.

[@t_onya_c]

I bought this version of the Ninja without the probe, as I have several separate thermometers that work perfectly for me. I love this one most of all (and I have ALL of the air fryers - yes I’m a Ninja Foodi Nut). Absolutely LOVE your videos. You are very much appreciated!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much for the wonderful comment! We appreciate you too! - J

[@wildernessjunky6056]

I'm trying to figure out if I should buy this or buy a combination of 2 or 3 other products since it would come out to roughly the same price.

[@t_onya_c]

@@wildernessjunky6056 I think it would depend on how much you plan on using the appliance and how you’d like to cook in it. Most Ninja air fryers can air fry, sear & sauté, broil, dehydrate, slow cook, and bake. Not all of them can pressure cook, though. They are also varying sizes. I have cooked pretty much everything in one of them, including a whole chicken, bacon, steak, hamburgers, even baked biscuits. I use 1 of them as a griddle. Again, depends on what you want to be able to do. Hope that helps.

[@Iparbuvesz]

But can you use them while they are cooking inside?

[@t_onya_c]

@@IparbuveszI don’t know that I completely understand your question. If you’re asking if you can open the appliance while it’s cooking, yes you can - unless, of course, you’re pressure cooking.

[@traceclip1]

I must thank you for your great videos. I have the Foodi Max and the XL grill and I was thinking of upgrading to the machine you have just tested. Now I will stick with the one I have, with my own food thermometer, as it has never given me any problems. I love my Ninjas, but I also have an Instant Pot and just upgraded that to the one with the single lid that air fries too I am in the UK and thought you might like to know that we pronounce Worcestershire Sauce, as "Wooster Sauce" here - so much easier to say :). Thank you again - I am loving what you do. All the best.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much, such a lovely comment. Made my day. Thanks for watching. Cheers. Marc

[@samthomas4700]

Hi I am torn between the Ninja and the Instant pot pro crisp. I will mainly be cooking curries, stews, roasts etc... which would you recommend having used both? My reason for wanting the IP is the stainless steel cooking pot but reviews on the Ninja's are very good. Any help would be appreciated.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

The single lid is great because I don’t have to store the second lid. The pressure lid was also tricky to line up and put on as you may have seen in our dual lid review lol. Cheers. Marc

[@traceclip1]

@@samthomas4700 Hi Sam. I must admit all the things you want to cook, I do the same in the Ninja 9 in 1 - but I bought a stainless steel pot from Amazon for the Ninja and it was the best thing I could have done. Not cheap, but worth the investment and keep the original one as a spare. The stainless steel pot in the new Instant Pot is exactly the same diameter as the one in the Ninja BUT it is not as deep - probably 2" less. I do large pots of soup and the Instant Pot would struggle with the amount I can get in the Ninja. So far I am impressed with the new Instant Pot, but haven't tried all the functions yet. It is worth investing in a meat thermometer with a long probe for roasting in the Ninja - I have one that is integrated with the Ninja XL Grill and it has been excellent. Enjoy your cooking :)

[@samthomas4700]

@@traceclip1 Wow thank you so much for taking the time to go into such detail, this helps a lot. I actually ordered the Instant Pot pro crisp last night as I found it on sale for £165, I really hope I don't regret it! Still hope to own the Ninja one day, it was just the cooking pot putting me off but now I know you can buy a SS one that make's all the difference. Thank you H Aiken and The Average Kitchen for all your help.

[@carpmydiem8191]

I appreciate your honest review. Integrity is rare - hopefully you will inspire others.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Wow. Thanks so much; that has truly been our goal since we started this KZbin journey. Honestly, integrity and thoroughness is the trajectory we try and strive for. I appreciate you recognizing this. Cheers. Marc

[@simeenaahmed5295]

I really like the way this guy explains things. He’s very likeable and reminds me of my brothers.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks very much ! Such a kind comment! Marc

[@michaelsharkey6268]

Great video. I have had the original for many years, used multiple times a day. This unit just arrived and I really enjoyed the quality, variety of foods, fast pace and informative info from your video.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Amazing !! Thanks for the great comment and positive feedback ! Marc

[@Chef_aleexx]

Amazing review very in-depth I do have the 2 lid ninja foodie and was very excited when I found out they made a new model with one lid. Got really excited when I saw the proofing feature as making breads is one of my favorite hobbies. Thanks for helping me make a more informed purchase!!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Glad we could help! Thanks for watching! - J

[@rememberthis8795]

Very good review from a standpoint of transparency and honesty. I almost gave up on my Foodi streamer/air fryer/pressure cooker because of the cookbook that came with it. But now… my Mac and Cheese as found on KZbin and my chuck roast with veggies as found on KZbin are a hit with my wife. I have even successfully prepared chicken in an unorthodox method such that it only needs sweet and sour sauce and rice to be an Asian dish!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Awesome comment ! Thanks for watching !! Marc

[@denisetebbs2742]

Really good honest review, best I've ever seen! Thanks from England 😊

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much for the wonderful comment! - J

[@jimsadey1816]

Great review and to the point! I like your style and you show so much actual information demonstrated. I learned a lot from your video. This was so much better than most, keep up the great work! Thanks

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the wonderful comment! - J

[@kennelly1066]

Best reviews on the internet cheers guys keep up the good work!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for that wonderful comment! - J

[@debramaryan4305]

Great review, love your honesty which makes it easier to see what went wrong however the diced Tom's burnt because it heats from the bottom when pressure cooking, like on hob, if you were cooking diced toms on the hob you would stir , to stop them sticking, as the bits of tomato sink to bottom. That is why the recipe is important, same with adding extra liquid when pressure cooking , a few floz here and there not too bad but an extra fifth to total, too much. Learnt this the hard way over many tries, but did learn eventually. As for the probe maybe you have a faulty one, been using mine for a year no probs, hope this is helpful , thankyou for great reviews.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Great advice. Thanks so much for watching ! Marc

[@panna_nikt]

Great video, very informative! Thanks for your honest opinion and comprehensive approach. Greetings from Poland!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I absolutely LOVED Poland !!! Krakow is one of my favourite cities !! Thanks for watching. Marc. 🇵🇱

[@SuperSammi69]

Thank you so much for this review! I’m from the UK I’ve just had one of these given to me as a surprise! I haven’t a bloody clue how to use it, but you have made it look a lot easier by following your video. Thank you. And I’ve subscribed 😊👌🏼👍🏻

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much for the fantastic comment !! Let us know how you like it ! Cheers. Marc.

[@yvonnehamilton2522]

Just got mine today and I've been reading the booklets but omg i feel i dont have a clue yet so just going to watch your video. X

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Awesome !! Marc

[@swearenginlawanda]

Go watch the salted pepper. I love her tutorials

[@SuperSammi69]

@@swearenginlawanda thank you 😊

[@terrycousins3015]

I’ve got this ninja and there’s nothing not to like about it. Have roasted,pressure cooked,air fried,steamed fish,calamari,shrimp. Made one pot spaghetti bolognaise. It’s the best new piece of kit for our kitchen we’ve bought in a long time.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Amazing. I totally agree with you. It’s amazing. But it’s big and bulky, other then that, no complaints!! Thanks for watching and the comment !! Marc

[@Noor-kp1yb]

Can you bake and make pizza in it ? I’m looking for a all in one with these crazy energy prices in UK

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Great question, I’m really not sure. Marc

[@jj9501]

How about the smells staying in the lid after cooking al these nice things? Let's say I wanna make a cake next.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I’ve never noticed any residual smell. Marc

[@Nich77]

Thank you again for another excellent video of Ninja product;) It surely save time and money for potential customers like us. I think all the kitchen appliances companies should hire you for testing their features🤩Much appreciated for making them!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Wow thanks so much for such an amazing comment. Really appreciate the positive feedback. Cheers. Marc

[@choosegreatness247]

I like these honest detail reviews. Watched the grill one too. Thank you.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thank you sooooo much !! Marc

[@AlterEgo0255]

I have had my Foodi Smartlid with probe for almost a year now and absolutely love it. I have had the whole line of Instant Pots and the previous two-lid Foodi and this new version blows everything out of the water as far as I am concerned. It is disappointing to see that the probe function is not that accurate. I have only used it twice, once for a whole chicken and once for a bone-in turkey breast, and both times they were cooked perfectly. Maybe this device’s limitation is cooking beef to perfection. I am not a big beef eater and so I have never used my Foodi to cook beef. I was sorry to see that nice piece of meat ruined through no fault of your own. It will be interesting to find out if you get feedback from Ninja corporate as to what might have happened. Your video was incredibly helpful and informative. Thank you for taking the time to make such a variety of items.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much for a FANTASTIC comment !! Really appreciate the feedback. Marc

[@AF-gd7fh]

Can I cook rice in this?

[@swearenginlawanda]

@@AF-gd7fh yes. It's the only way I cook rice now. Before it was just minute rice. ( yuck). Now I can cook quality rice.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

You betcha. - J

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Totally agree! - J

[@tedgovostis7351]

I'm sure others have answered already, but the reason to steam over pressure cook is that steaming can leave it with a firmer vegetable, while pressure cook will leave them extremely tender, possibly too mushy depending on your preferences.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Makes sense! - J

[@boothsl731]

Great video!! So good to see a variety of recipes covered and appreciate the honest review!😊

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the wonderful comment! - J

[@ph11p3540]

As soon as he mentioned the cooker had a proofing function and didn't know what it was I knew it was a nearly all in one bread machine as well as a mulitcooker. You still got to kneed the dough by hand but proofing is what gives breads their sponginess. When my InstantPot MAX craps out, this will be my next multi cooker.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Lol glad our ignorance helped in your decision! - J

[@theriac.]

The difference between steaming v pressure cooking is anything that involves cooking with water/liquid will pull out nutrients from the food whereas steaming retains almost all the nutrients. So, if for example you pour away the water/liquid then steaming is the better option from a health standpoint. However, if you are going to consume the water/liquid with the food then the only difference would be the cooking times

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the comment! - J

[@theriac.]

@@TheAverageKitchen You're welcome

[@Nzee2002]

It’s made my life so easy Recommend to everyone

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Nice! - J

[@timickan]

This is the best review of the Ninja Foodie that I've found. Thank you. Did ninja ever get back to you about the probe discrepancy?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Hey there. Thanks so much. To be honest, we never enquired. Marc

[@stoatythesecond888]

Your videos are excellent, just bought one of these off the back of this! Thanks for posting!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Awesome thanks for the great comment! - J

[@mariagaratearambula3639]

Thank you for all your reviews.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the support! - J

[@earthmagic1]

I love the thermometer idea, especially for meat like a whole leg of lamb etc. It does the thinking for you 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for watching and the comment ! Marc

[@saravandusen3886]

Great review. FYI “proof” is used in the preparation of yeast bread, sourdough bread, and other baked goods in which the dough is allowed to rest and rise a final time before baking. The proof cycle should be low heat, similar to the “yogurt” cycle on an Instant Pot pressure cooker.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the info! - J

[@markenglandle]

I've used mine to roast all meats, beef included. Never, EVER had an issue with it. I can't see how you can mess it up!! It's always been spot on in our house - we use it also for pressure cooking, air-frying and the fantastic steam frying. It's a brilliant machine and I'd recommend it to anyone.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I agree it’s awesome. However, I disagree with you suggesting “I messed up”. I used the probe and followed the instructions to the tee. Thanks for watching. Marc

[@alexandrastevens8892]

Had mine exactly 6 months this may and I haven't as yet had any problems, it's been amazing including roast joints and roast vegetables. I haven't used my oven since. So far absolutely nothing burnt 🙃 🇬🇧

[@GilaMonster971]

@@TheAverageKitchenactually you didn’t follow the directions to the tee. You said you added more beef broth than recommended “because extra gravy is always good”. Not sure if that was the issue, and the temperature probe was way off. I just ordered the model without the temp probe...and I’m glad I did if it’s that far off.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Too much gravy…. Cmon

[@GilaMonster971]

@@TheAverageKitchen hard to tell exactly what the problem was. But if you would have followed the recipe “to the tee” it would have eliminated a variable.

[@sunflower2499]

So I love the video! I have both the one with the thermometer and the one without. I totally appreciate you sharing how to use the thermometer because I was so confused. I love the stream and crisp function for chicken thighs, breasts wings and drumsticks. They were so juicy! Have you tried the recipe in the book for chicken? I prefer to use this instead of straight airfry. I also use for home fries the steam paracooks nicely and then it crisps. Fluffy inside and crispy plus shorter time. Following the recipe totally determines the results. In the case of the tomatoe bisque, the recipe was for crushed tomatoes and puree. The diced tomatoes are heavier and sink to the bottom where they sat the entire recipe. Had you stirred them it's doubtful they would have stuck. The roast? Gawd, I love gravy too! I wonder if it was just in too much liquid? In the recipe book for steam and chips they only use a cup. 6 cups may slightly alter the recipe. Love your channel and my foodi XL.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thank you so much for the amazing comment !! Made my day !! Marc

[@realdeel13]

Appreciate your various cooking options as it's essential to see when choosing a multi cooker. Am researching which one I'd like to own. Was concerned with the tomatoes burning as well as the thermometer being off by quit a bit. Wonder if you got answers from the manufacturer on both situations? It is the one lid and thermometer which are part of my draw toward this being my purchase, however, I would need to rely on that thermometer. Otherwise it's just a perk that comes along and never gets used. Thanks in advance for any extra info and appreciate your review.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the well-thought comment. If the thermometer is your selling point, pass on this. Look at the model without. Thanks for watching! - J

[@josephkingston2526]

Excellent work. Love your Ninja related products videos.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much !! Marc

[@daveinca2]

I just found your channel. Really great reviews! Ninja is really good about replacing defective units. I'd love to see a retest with the replacement. If the replacement fails, they have a problem.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much for finding us !! Really appreciate your feedback. And yes, I should reach out to ninja ! Cheers. Marc.

[@GilaMonster971]

I bought the cheaper model without the probe or automatic steam release for $180. Looks like it was a really good price and I really didn’t care about not having the probe. Looks like I made a good purchase, lots of good reviews on the machine.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Sounds like a good deal! - J

[@manymoms4056]

yea I agree, I've cooked for 40 years without a probe!

[@lindahaffey1112]

I was going to the Ninja Foodie with the one lid but not the probe. It’s used 6.5. What do you think?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I def wouldn’t pay extra for the probe. Totally not worth it. Marc

[@gorelowjeff5054]

Great video. Was the little bummed out about the oil on the potatoes. Isn't that the whole reason to use this machine , is to not have to use any oil is that possible to just not use any oil?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

99% of the time, wings, homemade fries, potato…. They suggest one or two tbsp of oil. WAY better than submerging a basket of wings into a vat of oil tho. Cheers. Marc

[@chareast9997]

glad i got the smaller one without the probe. my roast was fantastic. next time i will make an adjustment tho. it tasted great but i like it more rare

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good call ! Glad it’s working well for you ! Marc

[@MiguelTrujillo1]

Were those potatoes for the french fries cooked potatoes or cut raw potatoes?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Cut raw. Marc

[@Atomicatom80]

I love steam and pressure cooking

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Us too! - J

[@johannaeardley1369]

Thank you for this, I'm really considering buying one of these! Just doing lots of research first. I'm from the UK, and Worcestershire sauce is pronounced "wustersheer" sauce, say u as you would in the word up, and sheer to rhyme with deer. The worcester part should sound like "muster" but with a w. Often we just say Worcester sauce, and miss of the shire. I hope that helps make things easier for you!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Hahaha awesome ! I’ve been to the UK a couple times, there are certainly different pronouncing and slang there ! Thanks for watching. Marc

[@johannaeardley1369]

Absolutely, so confusing! Worcester will be pronounced the same throughout the UK, and anybody not saying "wustersheer " is wrong!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Different wusts for different groups! - J

[@mikea491]

Plumber here. So, techincally you should always use the cold tap for cooking. Hot water has more scaling in the pipes and antiquated water lines can carry large particulates of stuff you don't wanna consume. That being said, it the dose that makes the poison, so it's really negligible in the grand scheme of things. But, this scaling can ruin appliances faster. Especially a kettle.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good to know! Thanks for watching! - J

[@victoriajoy686]

Thanks for the review. So this is not for boiling? Beans, meat like other multicookers? It has only the air-fry and baking functions?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

It is a pressure cooker, slow cooker as well. Marc

[@adinabrockwell6908]

Great video, thank you! Where did you get the recipes book, please? The one that came with my ninja is a very small one and doesn't have the recipes you covered

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I believe it's just the one that came with ours. I bet it would be easy to Google all Ninja recipes though. Thanks for watching! - J

[@vanq884]

Thank you for this video for me. This is a no go purchase.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for watching !! Marc

[@manymoms4056]

I love the recipe in the ninja book that I have for Fry's. They pressure cook the chips for a few mins then add flavours then airfry. makes them really fluffy

[@TheAverageKitchen]

That’s awesome ! Marc

[@EngineeringTR]

Good video, but how was the inside of the meat? we couldn't see how its inside, well done or medium etc. Maybe your thermometer has a problem rather than ninja probe? I think you could cut the meat to show inside. I was really worried about it 😜

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the comment, we shoulda showed the cut away ! Our bad. Marc

[@megcraig5883]

Thanks for this, I found the cooker instructions to be quite confusing but KZbin videos have helped me on the way. For energy efficiency I'd like to make a full dinner of protein, carbohydrates and starch for hubby and me. I've followed some of the recipes in the book and then used those to interpret how to cook other foods. It's rather an experimental nightmare! I'd love to see some examples of this. Thanks very much.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much for the comment. Marc

[@TheSATTAFamily]

I have this cooker and have no clue how to use it. I can’t find the book it came with. Anyone know where I can get just the book? And what’s the exact title of the book? Ps love your review and how simple this video is to follow. Thank you! 😊

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much! I would just look on Ninjas support site, or just google it. - J

[@charlesxix]

Many, many years ago I did some beetroot in one of the old type pressure cookers, at the end, being impatient I just took off the valve. I ended up with beetroot juice all over the ceiling. Thanks for this video.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Wow that would be a mess !! I actually did beets over Xmas in this unit. Worked amazing ! Marc

[@leebrendalee]

Great video to the point,, !, ok did you have the roast on roast setting, I’m confused you had it on crisp shouldn’t it be pressure cook or roast setting ,

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Followed the instructions 👍🏼👍🏼

[@suewardastrologer]

Cleaning the lid is an issue that I haven’t fully resolved. I use the pressure cooker function as recommended and it still looks like the oven does when you haven’t cleaned it properly. Plus there are areas of the lid that you can’t access at all without dismantling it and voiding your warrranty. And, yes, I have the 11 in 1 and it is very heavy indeed. Also, I haven’t found it to be cheap to use, but then I have been using it a lot.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Definitely a downside to these products is the inability to deep clean, at least easily or feasibly. Thanks for watching! - J

[@pryme2013]

I just used mine and the fan seems pretty loud and has almost a wine sound to it. Is this normal? Thanks!!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I don’t think so I’d exchange it. Marc

[@sanjivoberoi5361]

Great stuff thanks for taking the mystery out of this steamer / air fryer.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the great comment and watching. Marc

[@adammendelski787]

Thanks for this review. I still haven't decided whether i need one. Also, cant decide between a NINJA ond an Instant Pot. Btw, i like your pronunciation of Worcestershire sauce.. totally wrong, but at least you tried 😅

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Haha. Thanks for the comment! Both good products really. Although this one has an air fryer too. - J

[@adammendelski787]

@@TheAverageKitchen Instant Pot Duo Crisp Ultimate also air friesz that's the one I'm looking at

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Oh ok gotcha. Then the other consideration would be the size you need. And all else being equal, I'd go with the lowest price if it was me. - J

[@Castaway.Liar.Liar.48]

do I put the meat/chuck roast in while in the preheat MODE??

[@TheAverageKitchen]

You put it in before pre heat on pressure cook. Marc

[@chrisbaxter5041]

Love your channel thanks from the 🇬🇧 UK

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much for the support! - J

[@deanjones684]

Is that on farhenheit. 390 degrees seems high there

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Yes it's Fahrenheit. - J

[@deanjones684]

​@@TheAverageKitchenyeah I'm British we use Celsius so that threw me there 😂😂

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Haha no worries! It's weird that we don't use Celsius form cooking, since we use it for outdoor temperature. Who knows! - J

[@Cherle12]

Hi, I have the same but mine don't have the termoemter or eithr the little piece you mention that can't lose. Why is that?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I believe just the model. Some have the probe, some don't. - J

[@Cherle12]

@@TheAverageKitchen I been google since I watched your video, is the same model so that is why I'm my self, I will contact tomorrow the company. Thanks for a quick responding !

[@w.obrien8044]

I recently purchased one of these , I did get confused with the steam combi mode however. I had intended to just steam some vegatables so I assumed the steam meals option would work. So that is what I selected inserted my vegetables using both racks, added the water, set the timer and pressed start. The cooker pre heated and when the timer started so did the fan which I thought odd. When the timer had finished, the vegetables were cooked but also the top rack were partially fried despite choosing the "steam meals" option, which seems to imply that the cooker will steam without the top heating element coming on. I can't see the difference between "steam Meals" and "steam fry" if I'm missing something please let me know. The actuall Steam function is acually under the Air-fry hob function. I have tried that function and it works no problem. Your reviews of this product are very helpful, and personally have used the Ninja with great success. I would suggest to any potential owners to read the manual thouroghly.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for all the good information !! Marc

[@emmas4490]

Found your video whilst researching air fryers. Now you've got me wondering why you have diced tomatoes and crushed tomatoes in Canada. We only have diced or peeled (whole).

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Lol where u from ? We’ve always had them here. Thanks for watching. Marc

[@susanstambaugh1086]

Does it proof bread?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Does it ever! Thanks for watching. - J

[@c-oz52468]

I’m not sure why my pressure cooking always dried up my liquid and says NO PRESSURE even I had my valve over the SEAL. is it supposed to be loosely over the SEAL and not on top of the ridge SEAL? If you know what I mean 😢

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Interesting, not sure what that’s happening. Marc

[@jymmorton5612]

I'm guessing Proof is for dough as 1 picture has a roll of bread dough in it.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I believe you're right! Thanks for watching. - J

[@hilcovanbreeschoten720]

It's great to see this version of the Ninja being thoroughly tested for most of its functions, including the internal thermometer. The thermometer is a unique selling point compared to all competitors, but it turns out to be unreliable. So this test was of great help in my search for which multicooker to purchase.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

It’s an unreal product other than the thermometer. Actually used it today to pressure cook carrots, turnip and potato for Easter turkey dinner. Marc

[@leebrendalee]

Holy this video is two years old what model is this,

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Links in the description

[@Cj.Aldave89]

Grazie della tua recensione ! Molto utile!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@panna_nikt]

Have you any idea how to deal properly with the ninja probe or is it actually useless?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

My opinion. Useless tried several products with built in probe. Never accurate. Marc

[@panna_nikt]

@@TheAverageKitchen Thanks a lot for your honest opinion. That's exactly the reason why I admire your channel so much. Greetings from Poland (not from Kraków though but from as much beautifull and welcoming Olsztyn😉).

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Next time I go to Poland I’ll have to check it out !

[@toriasummers2670]

thanks for this great review. I was hoping to learn how to use the ninja to grill things (I don't mean specifically from your video) - for example chicken, burgers etc. I know you can get racks but the one that comes with it, whilst high enough, would not be able to support a burger unless frozen as it would fall through the grates. Do you know if there is a searing plate available? I've looked on the ninja Kitchen UK website and they don't have such a thing. Perhaps I'm missing something obvious?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good question, I'm not sure if there is. But I think your best bet would be to look on Amazon for something third-party. Thanks for watching! - J

[@toriasummers2670]

@@TheAverageKitchen I think you're right and that is exactly what I'm doing now. it's annoying because it does have grill as an option but no appropriate plate to sit food on! hey Ho, yet more expense! Thanks again

[@merylsmadness]

From my research, when you are using these for first time, you have to set for less cooking times and temps Then check and continue as required

[@TheAverageKitchen]

That's a good tip! - J

[@jteagle5]

You can wrap your vegetables in foil and put on top of the roast to cook. That way they stay firm.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Def going to try that. Marc

[@kimcallaghan301]

Thank you so much, really enjoyed the video I have been debating whether to purchase the Ninja, but a few things have put me off.. the thought of having to keep checking the food etc.. I’m a person who just wants to leave the food to cook lolol Great job thank you x

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for watching! - J

[@klipin4379]

Thank you for your review. The failure of the temperature probe was a deal-killer for me. I'd rather buy a probe from Thermoworks. It's a very big piece of equipment, and coupled with the hinged lid, I have no place to set it in my kitchen. The issues with the soup and the roast would be crushing. Ninja seems to produce an ever-expanding array of products, but they don't seem to test their recipes adequately. It would be nice to have one appliance that could do it all, but we don't seem to be there yet.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the great comment! - J

[@shubhrao]

Hi, i am using this from the last 3 months. The first tab of options like air fryer etc are not showing. The moment I switch on it goes to the last tab of options. Very annoying

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I would call Ninja. Should still be under warranty. - J

[@shubhrao]

@@TheAverageKitchen yes, need to register the machine first. Will do that

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Let us know how it turns out. - J

[@mandyakroyd]

I think you just saved me a lot of money - thank you!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for watching. Marc

[@Naz_Vibes]

Has anyone used the slow cook feature on this? Does it work well

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I have, works great. Marc

[@reneecopeland1095]

Thank You. Good information.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for watching. Marc

[@Romb0]

Love the video. I have the same ninja minus the probe. I enjoy it and use it often. But I saw the video for the ninja indoor grill and that seems like something my family would love. I was wondering if it’s worth it to have both? Forget it? Any insight would be great.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Hey thanks so much for the comment. The indoor is great for ppl who don’t have access to a bbq. Gives a great option to grill burgers, steaks, chicken etc. hope this answers your question. Marc

[@greenwil]

Great review! Love mine! By the way, if you don't mind, may I ask who makes the heat proof gloves, I've burned myself a few times using the ninja grabbers.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Hey. Thanks for the comment. They were an Amazon purchase a while back. Cheers. Marc

[@edyoung6573]

Try to get in touch with Ninja you could of gotten a bad temp probe (I hope so) there customer service is really good. Great break down and review!! Top Notch job!!!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Great idea, never thought of that. Thanks for watching !! Marc

[@mmmtacobaguett]

Have you tried the sous vide / slow cook functions? I am very curious if they hold up to an actual slow cooker or sous vide machine

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Slow cook works great. Sous vide I haven’t tried yet. Marc

[@LeonardoSummers]

Anyone know how long to cook 1kg of prime beef rib to medium rare without it turning out like tough boot leather. I’m not bothered about the crust as long as it comes out tender.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Many variables there, depending on cook time, cook method, the amount of fat on the prime rib etc etc. Marc

[@WalterMitty1963]

Texture on steam carrots from Pressure cooked carrots will be soft

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for watching. Marc

[@dustyflats3832]

There are 2 models like this and one has the bread proofing and thermometer the other does not and is cheaper. Pressure cooking carrots would take longer than steaming because of time it takes to pressurize. Not sure if there is more nutrient loss either way-in water or out. So far we are enjoying this model. I never checked the probe temp with my digital temp, but it did do a steak to medium rare just fine. I would borrow another digital thermometer and make sure it is not the digital thermometer that is off. If it proves the machine is off call the company as maybe the Ninja isn’t calibrated right. Can’t remember if you checked the potato?? I burned the first 2 items when I got it😂😂. It does fries excellent. We just spray with avocado oil and toss a few times during cooking. Makes super quick bean soup with ham hock. The searing is Great! Cooked frozen chicken breasts in no time in PC. Haven’t had a lot of time to use yet because of gardening, but we think it is a huge time saver and it doesn’t heat the house up in the summer. What I would like to see is a cookbook that doesn’t call for ready made boxed ingredients for baking. Huge disappointment in recipe books. I tried a coffee cake recipe online that was unrated and I soon seen why. All I changed was to add some apple slices. It was for copycat Starbucks coffee cake which I never had before. It had way too much topping and it was like a lead anchor. It didn’t want to bake through and was over browning the top. I see why it wasn’t rated as it was a waste of ingredients. 😡 As you know winter is upon us and hopefully will come up with a quick batter for coffee cake, cakes and bread. This appliance is large and we found a permanent home on the counter without upper cupboard as the lid needs room and you don’t want steam ruining the cupboards. The steam fryer is not overly loud at all and all other settings are mostly quiet. Haven’t tried bread proofing, but will soon and I have a dedicated dehydrator, but nice this can do that also. It’s easy cleanup and yes, a nonstick ceramic cook pot and for longevity and using metal utensils a stainless would be nice. We never use metal in this one except the rack that came with unit. Thanks for the quick run through and enjoy.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Amazing comment ! Thanks so much for your input !! Cheers. Marc

[@truthministry7602]

Steaming would leave some crunch to the veggies where the pressure wouldn’t. So I think they could be why

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Could be! - J

[@cafdtp]

Make carrots and potatoes in steamer, mask together. Add salt, pepper milk and butter. Yum. Try it pressure cooked as well.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Sounds like a perfect combination! Marc

[@tmhartung1922]

Disappointing results. Thanks so much for your professional reviews.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I would agree with you. I was sooo pumped for this review, and was bummed out with the results. Thanks for watching and the comment. Marc

[@yaris197412]

Hi. Ninja have delay timer?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

I don’t believe so….

[@christineb7710]

Thanks for this I just bought this model and the second thing I cooked was chicken soup and it turned out amazing, zero burnt bits, I did wing it in terms of timing though but it cut my cooking time down by 3hrs on the cooker Funnily enough 🇬🇧 version doesn’t have a broil but does have a grill option I don’t think I’ll use the thermometer though I’m having fun with my ninja

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks for the comment! - J

[@chimpaflimp]

Grill/broil is the same thing; just different terminology between UK and USA.

[@xxdonna1959xx]

What are the two racks you use for the carrots please?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Comes with the unit ! Great feature. Marc

[@Kanti12311]

Steaming would be great for dumpling as pressure cook would make them explode?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Can’t say for sure…. Never tried…. Thanks for watching. Marc

[@Bessie66]

Agree with previous comment. We have 2 ninja products straight from ninja - they only offer a 1 year warranty. If you bought it from amazon you have the option of taking out the small cost 3 year insurance

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Good to know !! Marc

[@shenambaez7512]

Super helpful video!

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much ! Marc

[@psyamok3735]

So did Ninja Foodie get back to you on the temp probe issue? I would like to get one of those but if it is a bad design roduct then forget it.

[@TheAverageKitchen]

No we never reached out. We just don't use that feature for the most part. - J

[@JonCameron71]

did you ever get to the bottom of probe-gate?

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Hahaha good one. No we didn’t. Marc

[@stephenstead7270]

Great video my Air Fryer as not got a prob. But i.ve just get this Ninja Air Fryer 11 in 1 And i.ve burnt most of my food My dog put weight and i.ve lost weight. But following this video i ham getting somewhere with it. Thank you for your help

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Lol well lucky for your dog. Thanks for watching! - J

[@stephenstead7270]

@@TheAverageKitchen Thank you am back on track mate Dog get the bone now Thank you for your Video mate. My dog fell out with you LOL I watch all your Video mate Am getting better

[@TheAverageKitchen]

🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@Xyz19781i]

fantastic review

[@TheAverageKitchen]

Thanks so much! - J