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Contents Your guide to grilling like a pro Welcome to the Ninja® Foodi® Max Pro Health Grill, Flat Plate and Air Fryer recipe guide. From here, you’re just a few pages away from recipes, tips and tricks and helpful hints. Now let’s get cooking.
N GU ESSWO R Leave-in probe K O Smart Cook SYSTE M Auto shuts off when done RF ECT RESU LT S P Even Heat E E D G E -T O - E D G E Steakhouse grilling & searing Cooking on a flat plate Quick and easy meals Ideal for sliced and chopped ingredients Steak & asparagus, page 16 Chicken fajitas, page 27 Perfect cooking Grilled thrills Grill Plate Get ready for our best indoor grilling. With edge-to-edge direct heat, you get juicier results with better charring and grill marks.
Using the control panel Customisable functions Get to know the functions of your grill to get the best out of every meal.
Quick Start Guide STEP 1 Set Up OPTIONAL STEP 2 Add Accessories STEP 3 Select Cook Function • To install the grill plate, position it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the back of the plate until it clicks in place. • To install the splatter guard, hook the left side of the guard into place and then snap the right side into place, until you hear it click and it feels secure. • Turn dial to select desired cooking function (e.g., Grill).
Cooking with the lid up Cooking with the lid down Harness the direct, edge-to-edge high heat searing from the grill plate or flat plate for even cooking, boosting flavours and our best chargrilled results. Combine the power of the high-heat grill plate or flat plate with cyclonic air for all-around searing, crisping, melting toppings and faster cooking. Grill Best for cooking delicate foods or lean proteins to develop chargrilled textures without overcooking.
Using the probe: Probe placement Perfectly done with the Foodi® Digital Cooking Probe Once you’ve selected your cooking function, cooking temperature, protein type, and desired level of outcome, insert the Foodi® Digital Cooking Probe into the thickest part of your protein while the grill is preheating. FOOD TYPE Steaks Pork chops Lamb chops Chicken breasts Burgers Tenderloins Fish fillets PLACEMENT CORRECT Everyone’s perception of levels of cook differs from person to person.
Cooking with the leave-in probe The Foodi® Digital Cooking Probe continues to monitor temperature throughout the cooking process, unlike a traditional instant-read probe. STEP 1 Setup • Remove probe from storage compartment on right side of the unit. • Unwind cord and remove probe. • Plug probe into jack on right side of the unit until it is fully inserted and clicks in place. STEP 2 Select Cook Function • Turn dial to select desired cooking function (e.g., Grill).
TIP: These marinades and spice rubs require course sea salt not fine table salt. Flavour-Building TIP: When using marinated foods on the Grill function, we recommend using MED and when using thicker marinades/sauces use LO temperature setting. Build your own marinades and zesty spice rubs. Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix well. Marinades Spice Rubs MAKES: APPROX. 250ml | MARINATING TIME: 2-12 HOURS | STORE: REFRIGERATE FOR UP TO 4 DAYS MAKES: APPROX.
Kickstarter Recipe Grilled Sirloin Steaks with Asparagus PREP: 5 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 6 MINUTES | GRILL: APPROX. 14-18 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS K INGREDIENTS 4 uncooked sirloin steaks (280g each) Sea salt, as desired 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided 400g asparagus, trimmed Ground black pepper, as desired DIRECTIONS Plug probe into unit. To install the grill plate, slide it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the back until it clicks into place. Close the lid.
Kickstarter Recipe Classic Diner Style Burgers PREP: 10 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 9 MINUTES | FLAT PLATE: 14 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS 500g good quality minced beef Onion powder, as desired, optional TOPPINGS (optional) Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 4 slices Cheddar cheese Tomato, sliced 4 burger buns Red onion, peeled, thinly sliced Garlic powder, as desired, optional Iceberg lettuce Ketchup Yellow mustard DIRECTIONS To install the grill plate, slide it into the front
ROAST BEEF AND ROAST POTATOES K PREP: 10 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 2 MINUTES | COOK: APPROX. 35 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 1kg topside of beef 1 Plug probe into unit. To install the grill plate, slide it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the back until it clicks into place. Close the lid. Select ROAST and set temperature to 180°C, then select PRESET. The unit will default to BEEF. Then select COOK LEVEL and use dial to set desired outcome.
STEAK SANDWICH K PREP: 10 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 6 MINUTES | GRILL: 20 MINUTES | MAKES: 3 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS 2 225g sirloin steaks 1 tablespoon oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 small baguettes, halved horizontally 6 tablespoons caramelised onion chutney 3 tablespoons horseradish sauce 6 slices Cheddar cheese 3 handfuls of rocket 1½ tablespoons balsamic vinegar DIRECTIONS 1 Plug probe into unit.
ROAST CHICKEN & CAESAR SALAD CAJUN CHICKEN WITH GRILLED SALSA PREP: 15 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 2 MINUTES | ROAST: WELL DONE | GRILL: 3 MINUTES | MAKES: 4-6 SERVINGS PREP: 10 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 5 MINUTES | GRILL: 25 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS ROAST CHICKEN 1 Plug probe into unit. To install the grill plate, slide it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the back until it clicks into place.
CHICKEN FAJITAS WITH TOMATO SALSA K PREP: 10 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 9 MINUTES | FLAT PLATE: 26 MINUTES | GRILL: 4 MINUTES | MAKES: 2 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 2 150g chicken breasts, sliced thinly 1 To install the grill plate, slide it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the back until it clicks into place. Place flat plate on top of grill plate so it sits level. Select FLAT PLATE, set temperature to 200°C, and set time to 26 minutes.
GRILLED BREAKFAST K PREP: 2 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 9 MINUTES | FLAT PLATE: 15 MINUTES | MAKES: 2 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 4 sausages 1 To install the grill plate, slide it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the back until it clicks into place. Close the lid. Place flat plate on top of grill plate so it sits level. Close the lid. Select FLAT PLATE set temperature to 200°C and set time to 20 minutes. Press the dial to begin preheating, (approximately 9 minutes).
BUTTERFLIED LEG OF LAMB WITH PARMENTIER POTATOES SRIRACHA GLAZED SALMON PREP: 15 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 3 MINUTES | COOK: 50 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS PREP: 5 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 9 MINUTES | FLAT PLATE: 8 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 1 kg boned leg of lamb 1 Using cooking twine, tie lamb into a neat round shape for even cooking. Use the sharp point of knife to make deep slits into lamb skin and insert slivers of garlic and rosemary sprigs. Season to taste.
GREEK STYLE PRAWN KEBABS V FISH & CHIPS PREP: 15 MINUTES | SOAK: 1 HOUR | PREHEAT: 3 MINUTES | AIR FRY: 30 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS PREP: 15 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 6 MINUTES | GRILL: 3-5 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 1 To install the grill plate, slide it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the back until it clicks into place. Place the crisper basket on the grill plate. Close the lid. Select AIR FRY, set temperature to 200°C and set time to 25 minutes.
FAMILY-SIZE CHEESE OMELETTE K V BASIL, MOZZARELLA AND TOMATO CIABATTA PANINI V PREP: 5 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 8 MINUTES | COOK: 7 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS PREP: 5 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 6 MINUTES | GRILL: 7-8 MINUTES | MAKES: 2 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 8 large eggs 1 To install the grill plate, slide it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the back until it clicks into place. Place flat plate on top of grill plate so it sits level.
HARISSA HALLOUMI BURGER V MARGHERITA PIZZA V PREP: 5 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 6 MINUTES | GRILL: 14 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS PREP: 15 MINUTES plus proving | PREHEAT: 9 MINUTES | FLAT PLATE: 15 MINUTES | MAKES: 1 PIZZA (1-2 SERVINGS) INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 1 courgette, sliced into rounds 1 To install the grill plate, slide it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the back until it clicks into place. Close the lid.
LOADED VEGGIE NACHOS V PREP: 5 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 9 MINUTES | FLAT PLATE: 8 MINUTES | MAKES: 2-4 SERVINGS SPICY SWEET POTATO WEDGES V PREP: 15 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 3 MINUTES | AIR FRY: 20 MINUTES | MAKES: 6 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 1 red onion, sliced 1 To install the grill plate, slide it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the back until it clicks into place. Place flat plate on top of grill plate so it sits flat. Close the lid.
TWICE BAKED CHEESY POTATOES V BREADED MUSHROOMS WITH LEMONY MAYO V PREP: 5 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 2 MINUTES | COOK: 42-47 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS PREP: 25 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 3 MINUTES | AIR FRY: 20 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 4 200g whole baking potatoes 1 To install the grill plate, slide it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the back until it clicks into place. Place crisper basket on top of grill plate so it sits level.
ROASTED VEGETABLES WITH HERBS V RASPBERRY CHOCOLATE BROWNIES V PREP: 10 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 3 MINUTES | ROAST: 20 MINUTES | MAKES: 6 SERVINGS PREP: 15 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 3 MINUTES | BAKE: 20-25 MINUTES | MAKES: 12 BROWNIES INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 300g butternut squash, cut into 3cm chunks 1 To install the grill plate, slide it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the back until it clicks into place.
CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE V AMERICAN PANCAKES PREP: 5 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 3 MINUTES | BAKE: 12 MINUTES | MAKES: APPROX 15 COOKIES PREP: 5 MINUTES | PREHEAT: 9 MINUTES | FLAT PLATE: 20 MINUTES | MAKES: 2-3 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 120g butter, softened 1 To install the grill plate, slide it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the back until it clicks into place. Close lid, select BAKE, set temperature to 170°C and set time to 12 minutes.
Grill Chart (Closed-Lid Cooking) Season as desired TIP F or less smoke, we recommend cleaning splatter shield after every use.
Grill Chart (Open-Lid Cooking) AMOUNT PREPARATION TEMP COOK TIME INSTRUCTIONS Chicken breast, boneless 6 (200g each) Season as desired HI 25–30 mins Flip 2 or 3 times during cooking Chicken, leg quarters 3 bone-in Season as desired HI 40-45 mins Flip 2 or 3 times during cooking Chicken sausages, prepared 12 sausages Season as desired HI 20-25 mins Flip 2 or 3 times during cooking Chicken fillets 9 Season as desired HI 8–11 mins Flip halfway through cooking Chicken thighs, bonele
Grill Chart (Open-Lid Cooking), continued INGREDIENT AMOUNT PREPARATION TEMP COOK TIME INSTRUCTIONS Asparagus 400g Coat lightly with oil, season as desired MAX 9 mins Toss frequently during cooking Aubergine 800g Cut in 2.
Flat Plate Chart (Open-Lid Cooking) INGREDIENT TIP F ood loads are written for Flat Plate with open-lid cooking. If melted cheese or a crispier output is desired, close the lid and cook for 2-5 minutes or until desired output is reached. AMOUNT PREPARATION TEMP COOK TIME INSTRUCTIONS Bacon 12 rashers N/A 190°C 10–15 mins Flip at least once during cooking Eggs 6 eggs As desired (fried, scrambled, sunnyside up, etc.
Flat Plate Chart (Open-Lid Cooking), continued INGREDIENT TIP F ood loads are written for Flat Plate with open-lid cooking. If melted cheese or a crispier output is desired, close the lid and cook for 2-5 minutes or until desired output is reached.
Air Fry Chart INGREDIENT + Use these cook times as a guide, adjusting to your preference.
Air Fry Chart, continued INGREDIENT + Use these cook times as a guide, adjusting to your preference.
Dehydrate Chart INGREDIENTS + Use these cook times as a guide, adjusting to your preference. PREPARATION TEMP DEHYDRATE TIME Apples Core removed, cut in 3mm slices, rinsed in lemon water, patted dry 60°C 6–8 hours Asparagus Cut in 2.
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