The Ninja Foodi Multi-Cooker OP350UK is an all-in-one kitchen solution designed for individuals and families up to 4 people. Its core benefit is its versatile 9-in-1 functionality, which includes pressure cooking, slow cooking, and air frying with exclusive TenderCrisp Technology, enabling you to create diverse homemade meals, sides, snacks, and desserts in a single pot. While incredibly powerful and space-saving, getting familiar with all nine cooking methods may require some initial practice to maximize its full potential.
9-in-1 Versatility: Consolidates multiple kitchen appliances into one compact unit. This model offers Pressure Cook, Air Crisp, Slow Cook, Steam, Sear/Sauté, Bake/Roast, Grill, Yoghurt, and Dehydrate functions.
TenderCrisp Technology: Uniquely allows you to pressure cook food to lock in juices, then finish with a crispy, golden-brown texture using the Air Crisp function. This means you can create dishes that are tender on the inside and crispy on the outside, like whole roast chickens or crispy chips.
6L Capacity: Perfectly sized for preparing meals for up to 4 people, making it ideal for everyday family dinners or small gatherings.
One-Pot Cooking: Designed to simplify meal preparation by allowing you to cook entire meals, from start to finish, using just one pot.
Easy to Use Controls: Features intuitive controls and pre-set programs to guide you through various cooking functions, making it accessible for both novice and experienced cooks.
Space-Saving Design: Replaces multiple kitchen appliances, freeing up countertop and cabinet space.
Incredible Versatility: Offers 9 distinct cooking functions, enabling a vast range of culinary creations from stews to crispy fried foods.
TenderCrisp Results: Delivers unique food textures – tender inside, crispy outside – enhancing flavor and appeal.
Efficient Meal Preparation: Reduces cooking time for many dishes, especially with pressure cooking, and simplifies clean-up with one pot.
Suitable for Families: 6L capacity is well-suited for meals for up to 4 people.
Initial Learning Curve: Mastering all 9 functions and the TenderCrisp process may take some time.
Size: While it replaces multiple appliances, it still occupies a significant footprint on the counter, especially with both lids (pressure lid and crisping lid).
Weight: It can be heavier than single-function appliances, making it less convenient to move frequently.
Noise: Air frying and pressure release functions can be noisy during operation.
Space-Saving Design: Replaces multiple kitchen appliances, freeing up countertop and cabinet space.
Incredible Versatility: Offers 9 distinct cooking functions, enabling a vast range of culinary creations from stews to crispy fried foods.
TenderCrisp Results: Delivers unique food textures – tender inside, crispy outside – enhancing flavor and appeal.
Efficient Meal Preparation: Reduces cooking time for many dishes, especially with pressure cooking, and simplifies clean-up with one pot.
Suitable for Families: 6L capacity is well-suited for meals for up to 4 people.
Initial Learning Curve: Mastering all 9 functions and the TenderCrisp process may take some time.
Size: While it replaces multiple appliances, it still occupies a significant footprint on the counter, especially with both lids (pressure lid and crisping lid).
Weight: It can be heavier than single-function appliances, making it less convenient to move frequently.
Noise: Air frying and pressure release functions can be noisy during operation.
The Ninja Foodi Multi-Cooker OP350UK excels at delivering diverse cooking results with impressive efficiency. Its TenderCrisp Technology is a standout feature, allowing you to achieve perfectly cooked and then beautifully browned dishes that would typically require multiple appliances or steps. For example:
Whole Chicken: Pressure cook a whole chicken for tenderness and speed, then switch to Air Crisp to get a golden, crispy skin.
Chilli or Stew: Use the Pressure Cook function to prepare tender, rich stews in a fraction of the time compared to traditional methods, then Sear/Sauté your ingredients directly in the pot for added flavor.
Homemade Chips: Cut potatoes, toss with oil, and use the Air Crisp function for healthier, crispy chips with minimal oil.
Steamed Vegetables and Grains: The Steam function quickly cooks healthy sides, while the Pressure Cook function can perfectly prepare rice, quinoa, and other grains.
Desserts: Bake cakes or roast fruit using the Bake/Roast function, or even make homemade yogurt.
The convenience of cooking an entire meal in one pot significantly reduces washing up, making weeknight dinners much easier. The 6L capacity is genuinely practical for a family of four, fitting substantial roasts or large batches of stew. While the Air Crisp function is effective, remember to not overcrowd the basket for optimal crisping.
Setup:
Unboxing: Remove all packaging, tape, and accessories from the pot and around the cooking elements.
Initial Cleaning: Before first use, wash the cooking pot, silicone ring, and crisping plate/basket in warm, soapy water, then rinse and dry thoroughly. Wipe the main unit with a damp cloth.
Placement: Place the Multi-Cooker on a clean, dry, level surface, ensuring adequate space (at least 6 inches) around the unit for proper ventilation, especially when air frying or pressure cooking.
Power: Plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet. Always ensure the voltage matches your local power supply.
Compatibility:
Electrical: Compatible with standard household electrical outlets (e.g., 220-240V in the UK, based on the 'UK' in the model name).
Accessories: Use only genuine Ninja Foodi accessories with your OP350UK model to ensure proper fit and safe operation.
Care & Maintenance:
Daily Cleaning: After each use, allow the pot to cool completely. Wash the cooking pot, silicone ring, and crisping plate/basket either by hand with warm, soapy water or in a dishwasher (check your manual for dishwasher-safe components).
Main Unit: Wipe the base unit with a clean, damp cloth. Never immerse the main unit in water or any other liquid.
Lids: Clean both the pressure lid and the crisping lid thoroughly. Pay attention to the pressure release valve and anti-clog cap on the pressure lid to ensure they are free of food debris. The silicone ring should be removed and cleaned periodically.
Storage: Store the unit with the crisping lid closed or the pressure lid on, ensuring all components are clean and dry.