Ninja OP101 User Manual
Please make sure to read the enclosed Ninja® Owner’s Guide prior to using your unit.
Assembly, Hints & Tips
Pressure Cooking Tips
UP TO
20
MINUTES
Time to pressure will vary based on quantity
and temperature of ingredients, along with
selected pressure level, and can take upwards
of 20 minutes.
Natural release is used for large or delicate foods
and any starchy ingredients.
Quick release is used for smaller foods or
ingredients that are sensitive to overcooking.
DO NOT quick release pressure when cooking
starchy or foamy foods. To quick release the
pressure, turn the Pressure Release Valve to the
VENT position and allow pressure to release
until the float valve drops
Note: Steam exits from the top of the pressure
release valve. DO NOT reach over the valve.
If the unit is not coming to pressure, check
that the silicone ring is fully installed by
pressing it into place all around the metal
ring rack. (See image below.)
Get to know your
Welcome to the Foodi family. Follow this guide to create delicious TenderCrisp™ meals in no time.
Why are there 2 lids?
We’re glad you asked. The 2-lid
design allows you to pressure cook
and crisp in the same pot.
Use both lids to unlock a world
of delicious, TenderCrisp meals.
First time pressure cooking?
Pressure
Lid
Steam
Slow Cook
Bake/Roast
Crisping
Lid
Air Crisp
Try this water test to practice using pressure.
“Look Ma,
No Lid”
Sear/SautéPressure Cook
Cook & CrispTM Basket Assembly
1. Place diuser on a flat surface. 2. Place basket on diuser. 3. Press down firmly.
Helpful Hints
–25°
To convert oven recipes, use the
Bake/Roast function and reduce
the cook temperature by 25F.
Any liquid can be used for pressure
cooking. Use broths or sauces instead
of water to infuse additional flavor.
Always use at least 2 cups of liquid
for pressure cooking.
When switching from the pressure
lid to the crisping lid after pressure
cooking, empty the pot of any
remaining liquid for best crisping
results.
Add 2 cups water to cooking pot.
SEAL VENT
Turn Pressure Release
Valve to SEAL.
Note: Valve will be loose
when fully installed.
Push PRESSURE, select HI, set
time to 2 minutes, and press
START/STOP.
Install Pressure Lid by aligning the
arrows on the lid and base, then turning
clockwise until lid clicks into place.
The rotating lights and
some steam release indicate
pressure is building. When
fully pressurized, countdown
will begin.
Pressure Lid is locked when it has
clicked into place and the Ninja
logo is facing you.
When your Foodi beeps
and the display reads
DONE, turn valve to
VENT for quick release
Note: Valve will be loose
when fully installed.
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Now, let’s get cooking
Pressure
Lid
Crisping
Lid
ACCESSORY
VALVE
PRESSURE
Lock Pressure
Lid and turn
valve to SEAL
Using the Pressure Lid
TEMP/PRESSURE TIME
Cook foods quickly while maintaining tenderness
HI or LO 1 minute to
STEAM
Gently cook delicate foods at a high temperature
HH:MM
4 hours
BUILDING
PRESSURE/TEMP
Wait for unit to
build pressure.
Time will begin
counting down
when the unit
is pressurized.
PRESSURE
RELEASE
Turn valve to VENT
for quick release.
When complete,
unit will switch to
KEEP WARM and
count up.
TM
Basket
Using the Crisping Lid
TEMPACCESSORY TIME CHECK FOOD SHAKE/TOSS
AIR CRISP
300°F to 400°FCook & Crisp
BAKE/ROAST
Give foods crispiness and crunch with little to no oil
HH:MM
1 minute to 4 hours
Oven-tender meats, baked treats, and more
Open lid to pause
cooking, close lid
to resume.
Shake basket or
toss with silicone
tipped-tongs for
even browning.
Cook & Crisp
Basket
HH:MM
Wait for unit to
come to temp.
When complete,
TM
Lock Pressure
Lid and turn
valve to VENT
SLOW COOK
No temp
adjustment available
Cook foods at a lower temperature for longer periods of time
30 minutes
unit will switch
to KEEP WARM
and count up.
No pressure release1 minute to
250°F to 400°F
SEAR/SAUTÉ
Brown meats, sauté vegetables, and simmer sauces
HH:MM
1 minute to 4 hours
Open lid to pause
cooking, close lid
to resume.
HH:MM
When complete,
unit will switch to
KEEP WARM and
Lock Pressure
Lid and turn
valve to VENT
HI or LO 4 hours to
12 hours
count up.
No pressure release
No lid necessary No time adjustment
Lo 1 [low], 2 [low-medium],
3 [medium], 4 [medium-
high], Hi 5 [high].
available
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