NINJA Foodi Digital Air Fry Oven Manual

NINJA Foodi Digital Air Fry Oven

Let’s get crisping

Please make sure to read the enclosed Ninja® Owner’s Guide prior to using your unit.

Here’s what’s in the box

Reclaim your counter space Flip up to store and clean

Get to know the control panel

See your Owner’s Guide for complete instructions

To turn on the unit, press the POWER button.
To select a cooking function, turn the START/PAUSE dial.
To select cook time or number of slices, press TIME/SLICE button and use the dial to adjust.
To select temperature or darkness level, press the TEMP/DARKNESS button and use the dial to adjust.
To begin cooking, press the START/PAUSE button. While cooking, turn the dial to add more time, or press the button to pause time.
Press the LIGHT button to turn the interior light on or off while cooking. The light will automatically turn on 30 seconds before the cook time ends.

A. Time and temperature display
B. SLICE and DARK will illuminate here when the TOAST or BAGEL function is selected.
C. PRE will pulse when oven is preheating.
D. HOT will appear when the unit is hot.
E. FLIP will appear when unit is ready to be flipped up for storage.

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How to build a sheet pan meal

Using the Air Roast function, fresh ingredients, and some guidelines below, create your own masterpieces in the Foodi™ Digital Air Fry Oven.

1. Pick a protein

2. Pick a vegetable/starch

3. Season/marinate

4. Toss it up

5. Cook

Digital Crisp Control Technology

Precision-controlled temperature, heat source, and airflow for ultimate versatility and optimum cooking performance.

PREHEAT

The unit preheats quickly, so prep all ingredients before preheating. Time will start counting down immediately after the unit is preheated. To add time simply turn the dial.

Flip up and away to store and save space on your countertop

Removable crumb tray and hinged back panel allow you to easily access the interior for deep cleaning.

1. Air Fry

FUNCTION

High heat from top and bottom

BEST FOR

Fast, extra-crispy results with little to no oil.

French fries (frozen or hand cut)
Chicken wings or nuggets
Breaded foods

ACCESSORIES

Air fry basket with or without sheet pan*

BEST PRACTICES

Spray basket with nonstick cooking spray to minimize sticking.

Rotate air fry basket 180° or flip ingredients halfway through cooking.

2. Air Roast

FUNCTION

Even heat fromtop and bottom

BEST FOR

Crispy outside, juicy inside.

Sheet pan meals
Whole proteins
Vegetables

ACCESSORIES

Sheet pan on wire rack

BEST PRACTICES

Food cooks faster with Air Roast, so for traditional oven recipes, lower cook time by 30% and temperature by 25°F.

For sheet pan meals, cut ingredients to the same size.

3. Air Broil

FUNCTION

High heat from top

BEST FOR

Top-down heat for a crispy finish.

Steaks
Fish
Nachos
Casserole finishing

ACCESSORIES

Sheet pan on wire rack

BEST PRACTICES

For marinades containing sugar, honey, or other sweeteners, brush onto proteins halfway through broiling to avoid burning.

For deep cleaning, let accessories soak in warm, soapy water overnight and scrub with a non-abrasive brush or sponge.

4. Bake

FUNCTION

High, even heat from top and bottom

BEST FOR

Overall even cooking with light browning.

Cakes
Cookies
Frozen pizza

ACCESSORIES

Sheet pan on wire rack

BEST PRACTICES

Space ingredients, like spoonfuls of cookie dough, equally apart on the sheet pan.

For best results with baked goods such as cookies, line the Ninja® Sheet Pan with parchment paper.

5. Toast

FUNCTION

Even heat from top and bottom

BEST FOR

Quick and even browning on both sides.

Bread
English muffins
Frozen waffles

ACCESSORIES

Wire rack

BEST PRACTICES

Select the exact number of bread slices.

6. Bagel

FUNCTION

Slightly lower heat from top than bottom

BEST FOR

Quick and even browning on both sides.

Bagels
Artisan breads

ACCESSORIES

Wire rack

BEST PRACTICES

Place bagels cut-side up on the rack.

Select the exact number of bagel slices.

7. Dehydrate

FUNCTION

Low heat

BEST FOR

Removes moisture to make jerky and dried fruit.

Jerky
Dried fruit

ACCESSORIES

Air fry basket with or without sheet pan*

BEST PRACTICES

Place ingredients in 1 layer.

8. Keep Warm

FUNCTION

Low heat

BEST FOR

Keeps food warm up to 2 hours

ACCESSORIES

Wire rack with or without sheet pan

BEST PRACTICES

Always use oven-safe pans or containers.

9. Reheat

FUNCTION

Slightly higher heat from top than bottom

BEST FOR

Leftovers
Pizza

ACCESSORIES

Wire rack with or without sheet pan

BEST PRACTICES

Always use oven-safe pans or containers.

Place ingredients in the air fry basket. If ingredients are fatty, oily, or marinated, place the sheet pan under the basket first.

FAQ’S

Can I use this for baking?

No, this is not a convection oven. You can use the Bake function for baking, but it will take longer.

Can I use metal pans?

No, you must use non-metal pans. Metal will block the infrared heat and cause the food to cook unevenly.

Will this work on my countertop?

Yes, it has a slim profile that fits under most cabinets.

How much counter space does it take up?

The unit stands 12.5 inches tall and is 18 inches wide. It takes up less than 2 square feet of counter space.

Can I leave the unit on all day?

No, you must turn off the unit when not in use to prevent overheating and damage to the unit.

Does it come with a recipe book?

Yes, we’ve included a recipe book with all of our recipes tested in our own kitchen!

Can I use foil in my Ninja Foodi digital air fry oven?

Yes. Use aluminum foil on the sheet pan or wire rack for easy cleaning after cooking. Make sure the aluminum is not touching the top heating elements. Do not wrap the crumb tray in aluminum foil.

Does the Ninja Foodi use a lot of electricity?

The Ninja Foodi will use more electricity than the Philips Air Fryer or the Cosori Air Fryer because it is higher wattage and has more functions. But compared to the oven and other electric gadgets the Ninja Foodi is a fantastic energy saver and money saver.

What are the disadvantages of the Ninja Foodi?

It just kind of sits there, and it’s heavy and awkward while you pressure cook.” Many reviewers also point out that the Ninja Foodi is incredibly bulky, and while it does take the place of multiple appliances, it’s still not a super convenient machine to store.

What is the difference between the Ninja Foodi and the Ninja Foodi XL?

The functions of the Ninja Foodi XL Smart Indoor Grill are the same with one exception. The XL Smart Grill has an added function of Broil. *Temperatures in Celsius are approximate, I do not have the model that shows the degrees in Celsius so I do not know the exact temperature settings that Ninja set for the features.

What are the 8 functions of the Ninja Foodi?

Steam, slow cook, sear, saute, air crisp, roast, boil, and dehydrate all in one pot.

What are the disadvantages of air fryer?

The downside Air-frying also produces high temperatures at a very rapid rate, thus making it extremely easy to burn food. And charred food may be carcinogenic. In addition, Cucuzza adds, because most devices cook 1 to 3 pounds of food at a time, it can be challenging to air-fry meals for a large family.