Please make sure to read the enclosed Ninja® Owner’s Guide prior to using your unit.
AIR FRYER
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USING YOUR AIR FRYER’S FUNCTIONS
Pull crispy meals out of thin air.
The Ninja® Air Fryer circulates super-hot air around your food to remove
moisture from its surface to give it that golden-brown, crispy finish.
PREHEAT RECOMMENDATION: Let the unit preheat for 3 minutes before adding ingredients.
AIR FRY 101
3
MIN
FUNCTION
AIR FRY
ROAST
REHEAT
ACCESSORY
REQUIRED
Crisper Plate
TEMP TIME
Adjust temp as needed
Adjust temp as needed
Adjust temp as neededCrisper Plate
Set time, in minutes,
and pre ss START/PAUSE
to begin
Set time, in minutes,
and pre ss START/PAUSE
to begin
Set time, in minutes,
and pre ss START/PAUSE
to begin
PREHEAT
For best cooking and crisping results,
always preheat your Ninja Air Fryer
for 3 minutes.
CRISPER PLATE
The crisper plate promotes overall
browning. We recommend using it
every time you air fry.
DEHYDRATE
Multi-Layer Rack
Set time in 15-minute
Adjust temp as neededCrisper Plate
increments , and pre ss
START/PAUSE to begin
For best results, frequently shake your
SHAKE OR TOSS
food or toss it with silicone-tipped tongs
to get it as crispy as you’d like.
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Air Fry Cooking Chart
For best results,
shake or toss often.
INGREDIENT AMOUNT
VEGETABLES
Asparagus 1 bunch Whole, stems trimmed 2 tsp 390°F 8–12 mins
Beets 6 small or 4 large (about 2 lbs) Whole None 390°F 45–60 mins
Bell peppers
(for roasting)
Broccoli 1 head Cut in 1-inch florets 1 Tbsp 390°F 10–12 mins
Brussels sprouts 1 lb Cut in half, stem removed 1 Tbsp 390°F 15–20 mins
Butternut squash 1–1
Carrots 1 lb Peeled, cut in
Cauliflower 1 head Cut in 1-inch florets 2 Tbsp 390°F 15–20 mins
Corn on the cob 4 ears Whole ears, husks removed 1 Tbsp 390°F 12–15 mins
Green beans 1 bag (12 oz) Trimmed 1 Tbsp 390°F 8–10 mins
Kale (for chips) 6 cups, packed Torn in pieces, stems removed None 300°F 8–10 mins
Mushrooms 8 oz Rinsed, cut in quarters 1 Tbsp 390°F 7–9 mins
Potatoes, russet
Potatoes, sweet
Zucchini 1 lb
PO U LTRY
Chicken breasts
Chicken thighs
Chicken wings 2 lbs Drumettes & flats 1 Tbsp 390°F 22–26 mins
FISH & SEAFOOD
Crab cakes 2 cakes (6–8 oz each) None Brushed with oil 350°F 12–15 mins
Lobster tails 4 tails (3–4 oz each) Whole None 375°F 5–8 mins
Salmon fillets 2 fillets (4 oz each) None Brushed with oil 390°F 10–13 mins
Shrimp 16 large Whole, peeled, tails on 1 Tbsp 390°F 7–1 0 mins
* After cutting p otatoes, allow raw fries to soak in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove unn ecess ary starch.
Pat fries dry. The drier th e fries th e better the resul ts.
4 peppers Whole None 400°F 25–30 mins
1
/2 lbs Cut in 1–2-inch pieces 1 Tbsp 390°F 20–25 mins
1
1
/2 lbs Cut in 1-inch wedges 1 Tbsp 390°F 18–20 mins
1 lb Hand-cut fries*, thin
1 lb Hand-cut fries*, thick
4 whole (6–8 oz) Pierced with fork 3 times None 390°F 30–35 mins
1
1
/2 lbs Cut in 1-inch chunks 1 Tbsp 390°F 15–20 mins
4 whole (6–8 oz) Pierced with fork 3 times None 390°F 30–35 mins
2 breasts (
2 breasts (
4 thighs (6–10 oz each) Bone in Brushed with oil 390°F 22–28 mins
4 thighs (4–8 oz each) Boneless Brushed with oil 390°F 18–22 m ins
3
/4–1 1/2 lbs each) Bone in Brushed with oil 375°F 25–35 mins
1
/2–3/4 lb each) Boneless Brushed with oil 375°F 18–2 2 mi ns
PREPARATION
1
/2-inch pieces 1 Tbsp 390°F 13–16 mins
Cut in quarters lengthwise,
then cut in 1-inch pieces
TOSS IN OIL TEMP COOK TIME
1
/2–3 Tbsp, canola 390°F 20–24 mins
1
/2–3 Tbsp, canola 390°F 2 3–2 6 mins
1 Tbsp 390°F 15–1 8 mins
We recommend frequently
checking your food
and shaking or tossing it to
ensure desired results.
Use these cook times
as a guide, adjusting
to your preference.
Shake your food
OR
Toss with
silicone-tipped tongs
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Air Fry Cooking Chart, continued
For best results,
shake or toss often.
INGREDIENT AMOUNT
BEEF
Burgers 4 quarter-pound patties, 80% lean 1 inch thick None 375°F 8–10 mins
Steaks 2 steaks (8 oz each) Whole None 390°F 10–20 mins
PORK & LAMB
Bacon 4 strips, cut in half None None 350°F 8–10 mins
Pork chops
Pork tenderloins 2 tenderloins (1–1
Sausages 4 sausages Whole None 390°F 8–10 mins
FROZEN FOODS
Chicken cutlets 5 cutlets None None 390°F 18–21 m ins
Chicken nuggets 1 box (12 oz) None None 390°F 10–13 mins
Fish fillets 1 box (6 fillets) None None 390°F 14–16 mins
Fish sticks 18 fish sticks (11 ounces) None None 390°F 10–13 mins
French fries 1 lb None None 350°F 20–25 mins
French fries 2 lb None None 360°F 28–32 mins
Mozzarella sticks 1 box (11 oz) None None 375°F 8–10 mins
Pot stickers 1 bag (24 oz, 20 count) None None 390°F 12–14 mins
Pizza rolls 1 bag (20 oz, 40 count) None None 390°F 12–15 mins
Popcorn shrimp 1 box (14–16 ounces) None None 390°F 9–11 mins
Tat er tot s 1 lb None None 360°F 18–2 2 mins
2 thick-cut, bone-in chops (10 –12 ounces each) Bone in Brushed with oil 375°F 15–17 mins
4 boneless chops (8 ounces each) Boneless Brushed with oil 375°F 14–17 mins
1
/2 lbs each) Whole Brushed with oil 375°F 25–35 mins
PREPARATION
TOSS IN OIL TEMP COOK TIME
We recommend frequently
checking your food
and shaking or tossing it to
ensure desired results.
Use these cook times
as a guide, adjusting
to your preference.
Shake your food
OR
Toss with
silicone-tipped tongs
TIPS & TRICKS
1 We recommend 3 minutes of preheating. You can use the built-in timer to set
a 3-minute countdown.
2 To convert recipes designed for conventional ovens, reduce the temperature of the
Air Fryer by 25°F. Check food frequently to avoid overcooking.
3 For best results with fresh vegetables and potatoes, use at least 1 tablespoon of oil.
Add more oil as desired to achieve the preferred level of crispiness.
4 Use the crisper plate when you want food to come out crispy. The crisper plate elevates
food in the basket, allowing air to go under the plate and evenly crisp ingredients.
5 Make sure the basket is fully inserted during cooking. For consistent browning, arrange
ingredients in an even layer on the bottom of the basket with no overlapping.
6 Cook time and temperature can also be adjusted at any time during cooking. Simply
press the up and down TIME or TEMP arrows to adjust the time or temperature.
7 For best results, check progress throughout cooking, and shake basket frequently.
Remove food when desired level of brownness has been achieved. We recommend
using an instant-read thermometer to monitor the internal temperature of proteins.
Remove food immediately after the cook time is complete remove food immediately
to avoid overcooking.
8 Occasionally, the fan from the air fryer will blow lightweight food around. To alleviate
this, secure food (like the top slice of bread on a sandwich) with toothpicks.
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Dehydrate Chart
INGREDIENTS
FRUITS & VEGETABLES
Apples Core removed, cut in 1/8-inch slices, rinsed in lemon water, patted dry 135°F 7–8 h ours
Asparagus Cut in 1-inch pieces, blanch 135°F 6–8 hrs
Bananas Peeled, cut in
Beets Peeled, cut in
Eggplant Peeled, cut in
Fresh Herbs Rinsed, patted dry, stems removed 135°F 4 hrs
Ginger root Cut in
Mangoes Peeled, cut in
Mushrooms Cleaned with soft brush (do not wash) 135°F 6–8 hrs
Pineapple Peeled, cored, cut in
Strawberries Cut in half or in
Tom ato es Cut in
MEAT, POULTRY, FISH
Beef Cut in
Chicken Cut in
Turkey Cut in
Salmon Cut in
PREPARATION
3
/8-inch slices 135°F 8–10 hrs
1
/8-inch slices 135°F 6–8 hrs
1
/4-inch slices, blanch 135°F 6–8 hrs
3
/8-inch slices 135°F 6 hrs
3
/8-inch slices, pit removed 135°F 6–8 hrs
3
/8–1/2-inch slices 135°F 6–8 hrs
1
/2-inch slices 135°F 6–8 hrs
3
/8-inch slices or grated; steam if planning to rehydrate 135°F 6–8 hrs
1
/4-inch slices, marinated overnight (refer to Beef Jerky recipe page 17) 150°F 5–7 ho urs
1
/4-inch slices, marinated overnight (refer to Beef Jerky recipe page 17) 150°F 5–7 ho urs
1
/4-inch slices, marinated overnight (refer to Beef Jerky recipe page 17) 150°F 5–7 ho urs
1
/4-inch slices, marinated overnight (refer to Beef Jerky recipe page 17) 150°F 3–5 hours
TEMP DEHYDRATE TIME
TIPS & TRICKS
1 Use a kitchen mandolin slicer to slice fruits and vegetables to a consistent, thin size.
2 In most cases, fruits and vegetables should be sliced as thin as possible without
falling apart.
3 Some fruits, like apples and pears, will oxidize and should be soaked for 5 minutes
in water with a squeeze of lemon juice. This will help them retain their color while
they dehydrate.
4 Fruits and vegetables should be patted as dry as possible before being loaded into
the dehydrator.
5 Lay raw food flat on bottom of basket, crisper plate, and multi-layer rack. Food
should be placed close together to optimize space but individual pieces should not
overlap or be stacked.
6 Most fruits and vegetables take between 6 and 8 hours (at 135°F) to dehydrate.
When trying a new food load, start checking doneness at 6 hours and monitor
until it is cooked to your liking.
7 To maximize longevity, store dehydrated foods at room temperature in an air-tight
container for up to 2 weeks.
8 When dehydrating meats and fish, it is recommended to Roast at 330°F for
1 minute as a final step in order to fully pasteurize the food.
9 For jerky, the longer you dehydrate it, the crispier it will be.
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FROZEN FRENCH FRIES
INGREDIENTS
1 pound frozen French fries
COOK: 20 -23 MINUTES | MAKES: 5–6 SERVINGS
HAND-CUT
FRIES
PREP: 10 MINUTES | COOK: 20-25 MINUTES | MAKES: 5-6 SERVINGS
BASICS
TIP: For crispier fries, shake
or toss with silicone-tipped
tongs 2 separate times during
cooking.
INGREDIENTS
1 pound russet or Idaho
potatoes, cut in thin 2-inch strips
1
/2–3 tablespoons canola oil
DIRECTIONS
1 Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes
to remove excess starch. Drain well, then pat
with a paper towel until very dry.
2 Place all ingredients into a large mixing bowl;
toss to combine. Use at least 1/2 tablespoon oil.
For crispier results, use up to 3 tablespoons oil.
3 Insert crisper plate in basket and basket in unit.
Preheat unit by selecting AIR FRY, setting the
temperature to 390°F, and setting the time to
3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE to begin.
4 After 3 minutes, place fries on the crisper plate;
reinsert basket. Select AIR FRY, set temperature
to 390°F, and set time to 25 minutes. Select
START/PAUSE to begin.
5 After 10 minutes, select START/PAUSE to pause
cooking. Remove basket from unit and shake
fries or toss them with silicone-tipped tongs.
Reinsert basket and select START/PAUSE to
resume cooking.
6 Check fries after 20 minutes. For crispier fries,
continue cooking for up to 25 minutes.
7 When cooking is complete, serve immediately
with your favorite dipping sauce.
Inser t crisper plate in basket
and insert basket in unit. Preheat
the unit by selecting AIR FRY,
setting the temperature to
350°F, and setting the time to
3 minutes. Select START/PAUSE
to begin.
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After 3 minutes, add fries to
basket; reinsert basket. Select
AIR FRY, set temperature to
350°F, and set time to 23 minutes.
Selec t START/PAUSE to begin.
After 10 minutes, select
START/PAUSE to pause cooking.
Remove basket from unit and
shake fries or toss them with
silicone-tipped tongs. Reinsert
basket and select START/PAUSE
to resume cooking for 10 more
minutes. Check for desired
crispiness, cooking for an
additional 3 minutes if needed.
When cooking is complete, serve
with your favorite dipping sauce.
TIP: Shaking the fries is key for getting them crisp and
golden brown, so shake or toss with silicone-tipped
tongs frequently.
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