The Ninja 8 in 1 Digital Air Fryer is an incredibly versatile kitchen appliance that can replace several other cooking tools and methods. This high-powered air fryer utilizes convection technology to circulate hot air and deliver crispy, delicious results using little to no oil. In addition to air frying, the Ninja 8-in-1 has 7 other built-in smart programs that enable you to pressure cook, slow cook, roast, broil, bake, reheat, dehydrate and more using a single countertop appliance.
The star function of the Ninja 8-in-1 Digital Air Fryer is its ability to air fry foods with up to 75% less fat than traditional deep frying (1). It works by rapidly circulating hot air around the food to produce the crispy, golden results expected from deep frying. The Ninja air fry basket is designed with a non-stick coating and layered rack for maximum air flow. This allows the heat to fully surround food as it cooks, resulting in perfectly crispy foods like fries, chicken wings, shrimp and vegetables. With various temperature settings from 105°F to 400°F, users can customize cooking based on the recipe. Air frying produces quick meals without the time-consuming process of heating up gallons of oil. Simply add food to the 4-quart crisper basket and program the time and temperature. Meals cook to golden, crunchy perfection in minutes.
In addition to air frying, the Ninja Foodi 8-in-1 has a pressure cooking function that cooks foods incredibly fast by raising the boiling point of liquids. Pressure cooking allows steam to build up inside the sealed pot, raising the internal temperature and cooking foods up to 70% faster while maintaining tenderness and flavor (2). To use the Ninja Foodi for pressure cooking, simply add ingredients to the pot, seal the pressure lid, and select pressure cooker mode. The digital control panel lets you adjust cook times and pressure levels based on the recipe. Tougher meats, dried beans, grains and even delicate seafood can be cooked to perfection in a fraction of the normal time. Soups, stews and chili can be made quickly without slow simmering. With the ability to pressure cook right in the Ninja Foodi, users gain a huge time-saving cooking method.
While the pressure cooking function offers the fastest cooking times, the Ninja 8-in-1 also allows users to slow cook recipes when more time equals more flavor. The slow cook function maintains a steady low temperature over several hours to tenderize tougher cuts of meat into fall-apart tender masterpieces. Chili, stew, pulled pork, beef bourguignon, coq au vin and other braised dishes develop the deepest, most robust flavors when cooked low and slow. Just prepare ingredients, add to the cooking pot, and activate the slow cook function at either low or high temperature for the allotted recipe cook time. The Ninja handles maintaining the perfect slow cooking environment for hours of unattended simmering.
The incredibly hot air fryer function of the Ninja 8-in-1 Digital Air Fryer also doubles as a high-heat roasting function. The super convection fan circulates heat quickly around food for perfect roasting. This allows meats like whole chickens, pork loins, beef roasts and legs of lamb to develop a golden crust on the outside while the interior stays juicy and tender. A variety of vegetables also shine when roasted in the Ninja, becoming caramelized and full of flavor. Follow any standard roasting recipe and adjust the temperature as needed between 250°F and 400°F for best results. The Ninja can even roast a whole turkey or ham for special occasions.
Broiling is a high-heat direct heating method perfect for finishing off proteins or giving a quick char to veggies. The Ninja 8-in-1 Digital Air Fryer has a dedicated broil function that uses the heating element and fan to create intense top-side heat. The broil function is ideal for melting and browning toppings on casseroles or pasta bakes. It can add color and char to vegetables like eggplant, asparagus or broccoli. Meats also develop a nice sear during a quick minute or two under the broiler. Just watch closely to avoid over-broiling.
While it cannot fully replace a full-size oven, the multipurpose Ninja 8-in-1 allows users to do some baking right in the air fryer pot. The bake setting circulates steady dry heat for uniform baking, allowing users to make cakes, muffins, brownies and more. With non-stick coatings and heat circulation, air frying pans allow for even baking and easy release. Using the dehydrate setting at a low 150°F temperature enables users to safely proof dough for pizza, bread and rolls. Even delicate tasks like making meringue or yogurt are possible in the Ninja’s enclosed heating environment.
Reheating leftovers can be done quickly and safely using the Ninja 8-in-1 Digital Air Fryer. The dedicated reheat function brings food to serving temperature without overcooking the exterior or making it rubbery. Individual slices of pizza reheat with a crispy crust in minutes. Fried foods can be revived to their original texture this way. Casseroles, soups, stews and more all reheat evenly thanks to the circulating fan. Just program the time based on the quantity being reheated for ideal results every time.
Making sweet or salty dehydrated foods is easy with the Ninja 8-in-1’s dedicated dehydrate function. By maintaining a steady low temperature of 105°F to 155°F, moisture can be gently removed from foods to preserve them (3). Fruits and vegetables can be dried into homemade, nutrient-dense snacks. Meats are easily turned into jerky by dehydrating thin strips marinated in spices and sauces. The possibilities are nearly endless for homemade fruit leathers, vegetable chips, dried herbs and more. Dehydrating allows for storage without chemicals or preservatives.
The Ninja 8-in-1 isn’t done yet. It has one more trick up its sleeve with the exclusive TenderCrisp Technology function. This innovative cooking ability allows users to instantly switch from pressure cooking to air frying in the same pot. TenderCrisp makes juicy, delicious one-pot meals starting with pressure cooking to make meat or poultry perfectly tender. Then the lid is removed to crisp up the exterior with a quick air fry at the end.
Chicken comes out amazingly moist inside with an crispy outer crunch. Juicy pork chops or fall-off-the-bone ribs finish with a crisped, caramelized exterior. Even a beef or lamb stew can be started with a pressure cook before topping individual portions with sliced potatoes that transform into crispy potato crowns under the broiler. TenderCrisp one-pot meals deliver crispy finishes using the technology exclusive to the Ninja Foodi.
The incredibly versatile Ninja 8-in-1 Digital Air Fryer truly earns its name as a multifunctional appliance ready to tackle nearly any cooking task. From fast weeknight dinners to slow-cooked weekend feasts and everything in between, this high-powered workhorse stands ready with the right cooking mode. The abundance of smart programs built into this quality kitchen appliance make it an invaluable addition to any home kitchen.
