I have put off trying the pressure cooker part of the 6.5 ninja foodie; because my Mom used the old fashioned pressure cooker, and somehow blew green beans all over the kitchen ceiling. She used the pressure cooker to make fruit cakes, roasts , everything but I was hesitant to do anything with the pressure cooker. Watching your video soothed my fears; and I am actually boiling the 3 cups water pretest. Wow, really proud of myself. FEAR, you don't own me.
That is awesome! Just follow the safety guidelines and you will be fine. These electric pressure cookers are so different from the stove top older ones.
🤣 it took me forever to get one because my old fashioned stovetop one blew something into the living room. Guest: "What the heck was THAT, that just flew by my head?" ... Husband: "Oh! Looks like dinner's ready! Grab a plate!"
🤣I lol at this comment because it was the same for me. That high pitched noise Made me leave the house all the time. I’m good now, use my foodi pressure cooker often.
Your are genius, thank you so much for this video. We purchased the Foodi nearly 4 months ago and did not pluck up the courage to start using it. My wife and I drew straws who would learn how to use it and I lost. But this video was a real relief, thank you much.
Good instructional video. I watch so many videos where the instructor rambles and it is hard to glean anything useful. Thanks for your straightforward way of instruction. I have watched several of your other videos. You are easy to understand and I don’t have to wait for you to get back on subject after rambling for a bit. I like that. You are good at instruction.
I am SO relieved that I'm not the only one who was confused by placing the pressure lid. Girl... it was a complete comedy show over here for a few minutes. I was ready to send the whole thing back! Finally, I Googled the lid and realized how simple it is to get the lid on. Felt like an idiot. Now I am watching your videos to start using this Foodi. I have a Duo80 so I'm not sure why the Foodi terrifies me a little. LOL So - thank you for this and all the videos. I am subbing. By the way, my family got me the Deluxe and it came to pressure fast. I have an IP Duo80 but I can never hear the indicator beeps so I love that this one is loud.
This video made a huge difference for me! I found out the hard way my unit wasn't coming to pressure (I tried cooking dinner in it before doing this test). To troubleshoot I did the pressure test and was so grateful to have your commentary - made it easier to know what had gone wrong (bad valve). I called Ninja and they are replacing my lid right away! Thank you!
Thank you so much for this video! I was super nervous to do the water test because this whole machine makes me nervous but watching your video helped me know what to expect.
Excellent Demo for the Pressure Test. You spoke eloquently, beautiful smile and lovely sense of humor. I just ordered/waiting for my Ninja Foodi to arrive. My biggest conquest is beef stew; everything else will be easy peasy. Thank you and God bless!
Thank you so much! Congratulations on your new Foodi, you will love it! I just made the best stew if you are interested, here is the recipe: thesaltedpepper.com/beef-stew-ninja-foodi/
@@TheSaltedPepper Thanks a bunch! I just visited your link and bookmarked as well. I see you have a facebook group page for ninja uses. Also, can I make toast in my ninja. My counter space is disappearing with the new appliances but need toast with my morning coffee. Many thanks and God bless!
I just bought a foodi and I was searching for how to use it. It’s like i was shipping at TJMaxx because i didn’t know what i needed to see, and then this video was exactly what I needed! Thank you!
Hi there! There is a small raised arrow on the pressure lid and one on the front of the Ninja Foodi. If you line the two arrows up the lid falls into place and then you can tighten it on! Also, if the power is on while you put the lid on it beeps when the lid is secure 😊
Thank you for this video! I was really confused when trying this on my own until I watched your video. You covered all the things I had questions on :)
Wish I had watched this video before doing the pressure test. Although the instructions that come with aren't bad, they don't tell you about the steam that comes out whilst pressure is building, or how long it takes. It took mine about 8 minutes too, and I thought something was wrong... Also it was useful to see the venting of the steam to release the pressure and then being able to remove the lid straight after. I wasn't prepared for the powerful rush of steam, and was then afraid to remove the lid as wasn't sure if all the pressure had been released! Also the instructions don't warn you about how hot the water will be inside - obvious, maybe, but still very useful to know.
I just got my Ninja Foodi last week. I have been scared for years to use a pressure cooker. Your video gave me confidence and started me going. Thank you so much for all your advice and guidance. I started watching your other recipe videos too.
@@TheSaltedPepper Hi from Italy. You were definitely helpful! The steam-information is so important! I freaked out too because of the steam coming out while reaching the right pressure. I was terrified XD
Merry Christmas! Oh my gosh girl...I'm a total visual learner and your videos are perfect. I just got the 10 qt ninja foodi thingy, lol....I love it and with your help I m getting ready to cook my first food in it. I'm making Mac and cheese to go with our Christmas dinner...I'll be watching all your videos.....Thank you so much....
Thank your for sharing! We as a family made chicken wings tonight! Your video gave me the comfort and confidence to use the pressure cooker! I was paranoid it was gonna explode the entire time, but seeing you get close to it and listen just made me more comfortable! Thanks for saving dinner!!
I have NinjaFoodi for awhile. But I have never used pressure cooker function before. Because I was scared to use it. But your video is helping a lot. Thank you so much 😊
This helped so much. I got mine from my brother in law. He used it all the time but I have no experience. I couldn't tell if it was working until I found your video!
I used my Ninja first time to night. I had terrible time with instructions. Came back here and was able to figure out why I could not get lid off despite red button down. Needed to turn it off.☹️ I guess I am a visual learner. Thank goodness I had seen these videos back before I decided to get my Ninja. Thank you for your instructions.
Years later and my mother in law just gave us this ninja foodi and I’m trying to figure it out. Thank you so much this was very helpful. I thought the pressure cooker function didn’t work because the knob was wobbly and it took so long to pressurize
Thank you I hadn't used my pressure cooker in a while and forgot how to use it I watched this video before when I first got my Ninja and it helped I am now subscribed
Thank you! I just bought this today and have never used a pressure cooker so was pretty nervous. I was glad to see what to expect! Now I just need to figure out how and what to cook in it!
Thank you! I was confused and thought that the pressure cooker wasn't "sealed" because of the steaming and the symbol on the left confused me as well and made me think it was on "vent". I kept trying to push the valve hard....probably damaged it. Bah. Now I am realizing it is all good! I am coming from using an Instant Pot for 2 years to the Ninja Foodi.
Thank you for this video! I had lost the little black pressure valve and hadn’t used my pressure cooker feature in ages. I found a next day delivery of a replacement valve cover on Amazon for $10 bucks and ordered it 😊 I got it then realized I couldn’t even recall how to do the test and found your video. I’m glad I did! I would’ve thought that I had a defective valve cover if eight minutes had gone by lol. Thanks to your video I was able to confirm that my valve replacement cover worked perfectly fine! And so I can use my pressure cooker feature again! Yay! I have the exact model as you and I love it!
I was gifted this, and almost went to exchange it. I appreciate this video. Currently doing to test to see if mine works or if it is genuinely effective. Have not been able to get it to do any pressuring on anything I have done thus far.
Thanks! I thought I was going to blow-up my family and house, so I turned it off. 🤣🤦♀️ I found your video right away and felt comfortable starting dinner back up haha!
Fabulous directions you know I’ve never had a pressure cooker or the ninja cooker and him those things have always scared me but I’ll tell you, you really made it look simple!
I have had mine since Thanksgiving. It’s my first pressure cooker, and I’m still afraid of it. I think that’s a good thing. But the electronic ones like this are very safe compared to the older styles. Be familiar with the directions. There are multiple functions, and each can be used wrong. The steamer and dehydrator functions work with the pressure lid on but are supposed to be used with the pressure valve open. I don’t know if the pressure safety functions are still operating in these other modes, and I don’t want to find out the hard way. Close the pressure valve only in Pressure mode.
7heRedBaron 7heRedBaron The new pressure cookers have so many safety features built in, they are very safe to use. I still use caution when opening the sealing valve. It’s interesting the dehydrating functions with the pressure lid because it’s the Tendercrisp lid that you should be using to dehydrate foods. It’s the fan circulation and low heat that draws the moisture out of the food.
I may be mistaken about the dehydrator mode where I should have said the simmer mode. But I have actually seen someone doing a TH-cam video close the valve in steamer mode to cook broccoli and not know why it came out broccoli soup. I was more worried it was going to turn out broccoli paint on their ceiling.
Thank you! I didn't know for sure if it was on with that moving rectangle. LOL. So it moves until it comes up to pressure. Got it. Directions did not explain that. 🤗 You are great at explaining.
Thank you so much for explaining the steam coming up/out before button pops...that is super helpful. Mine-the gorgeous Cinnamon just arrived about 30 mins ago...I already posted on your FB along with Michelle who just got her's...super excited - :)
Ive never left a comment on youtube lol. Anywho, i just got this machine and the seal/vent knob seems super loose. You had said that yours was actually unattached. Was it like entirely off when you first got yours or did it just seem super loose? I don’t know if I’m actually sealing it when I turn it to seal because it is so loose
I was sitting here having a meltdown pressure cooking my first whole chicken in my Ninja. I so wish I had watched this video before hand! Thanks so much for sharing!!!
Thank you for the video. I have had the Foodi for a little while and hadn't gotten the chance/nerve to try it out. I am looking forward to using it today!
Out of my comfort zone with this piece of equipment I just got for an early Christmas present. Thanks for this informative video; can't wait to get started. Just subscribed! Excited to see what else you got!
Thank you!! Awesome vid! We were sitting over here wondering if it was even working! Lol You answered our questions we had. We shoulda watched it beforehand! Lol Def liked and now subcribed! Thanks again!
The pressure cooker lid has a small arrow on the left edge of the black trim. The cooker has a similar one just above the upward pointing "time" button. You line these two arrows up to seat the lid in place before turning it to lock it down. At the 2:30 mark in this video, you can see the lid's arrow directly above the "temp" buttons because the cooker had been sealed
You probably figured this out by now but the pressure lid has an arrow in the front that you match up with the arrow on the ninja. I struggled with the lid until I figured that out lol
Thank you thank you thank you!!! This is the exact video I was searching for as mine released steam and never seemed to get to the actual cook part! I think I gave up to early Will try again! Learned how to better make my fries too! Will be tuning in more!
When I first pulled everything out of the box, I almost felt like I needed an engineering degree to use it. As a single guy, I've been dependent on a cheap air fryer and microwave. The Foodi is a different experience for me. Nice intro video for newbie wannabee cook.
I am glad to watch your video on the Ninja Foodi Pressure Hot Water Cooking Test. It takes time for the Ninja Foodi To Build Pressure. At least now you can tell the Ninja Foodi will give the 2-minute Hot Water Cooking Pressure Test. Thanks Salted Pepper!
Thank you. Im from México. Tu video me ayudo muchísimo, no podía hacerla funcionar pero al final lo logre gracias a ti. Además de funcional estuvo muy divertido. Gracias
I just did my pressure test... simple, but scary, as I’ve never used a pressure cooker at all! I’m going to try my hand at wings. Thanks for all your wonderful, & helpful videos
I'm doing this pressure test right now, I have the newer model 8qt and from the time I put in the 3 cups of water turned on high 2 mins watched it release steam naturally then switched over to release mine never counts down any numbers. I don't think I've seen any numbers at all. If I can't learn to use this then it will just sit....
It sounds like either you didn't let it go long enough or something is wrong. I think we are trying to work this out in Ninja Foodi 101. I'll wait for your video.
So just a quick one for me as a new owner.. When I pressured some eggs for the first time, 4 mins 125ml water When the sealed popped, I had steam coming out the main vent, for about 40 seconds. Even though it was set at “seal” Is this right?? I will add the eggs came out slightly soft, so I tried again, (steam came out again) but I increased time to 5 mins and came out ok. I’m just worried it shouldn’t come out once the button pops shut.?? Loving my machine tbh, as a man living alone it’s been great.
It's normal for a little steam to escape even when the pot is sealed. If it is coming out around the sides of the lid, that is not normal and due to a sealing issue, most likely the silicone sealing ring not in all the way. If it comes out of the valve that you turn, that is because it is equalizing the pressure. The valve is weighted and if too much steam/pressure is in the pot it lifts it up and lets the steam out. I've noticed this much more often when cooking things like eggs where there is just plain water in the bottom.
I'm pretty sure even once it under pressure and starts counting down that it will still sometimes leak out steam or let out some steam through the pressure cap. That's why it's so loose on top of there it kind of just Jingles around because it releases the pressure as the pressure builds if it needs to be released.
I go to pressure and it skips pressure, literally says pre for 1 second then goes to the timer. Like it thinks it has pressure but it doesn’t. Haven’t seen anything about how to fix that.
First time using a new pressure cooker is really scary. It could be dangerous if doing something incorrectly. Thanks for sharing helpful instruction. ❤❤
Hi. I have the OP500EU for almost 4 weeks now. I did the water test the day that I got mine and it took almost half hour to PC. Few days ago I tried to make lambs it took 50 minutes to PC for a 10 min cooking. A lot of steam was coming through the float valve. Yesterday I tried again but this time putting hot liquid and again a lot of steam comes through the float valve and after 25 minutes it's still didn't PC... I was disappointed and stopped 😔 what am I doing wrong? greetings from the Netherlands
If you are just seeing the steam coming through the float valve, you might have a faulty lid. If the steam is coming from all around the lid, then it's probably a sealing ring issue that might be fixed by pressing it further into the lid.
Hey video maker, thank you. I hate switching to the pressure cooker, but this video made me comfortable. I subscribed, and hope your TH-cam is going well
Thank you for making this video i was soo confused when it didnt count down right away and when the steam came out before it sealed. I thought they sent me a defective ninja foodi lol.
I just got my new Ninja foodie and I did the test as you instructed, but I have 2 questions? 1. Should there be some steam coming out the front? I know you said it's normal for it to escape trough the red float valve...but I did notice a little, just a little steam coming front the front. 2. After I did the test and took off the pressure cover, the removable cooking pot lifts a little with it. Is that normal? I don't know if it's because the cooking pot only had the 3 cups of water.
If you had steam coming out from around the lid, the silicone ring wasn't pushed in all the way. This is common, it looks like it is in, but it isn't. I recommend pushing it down all the way and doing the pressure test again. Sometimes the lid creates a little suction with the pot, but usually if you wait about 15-30 seconds after the pin drops to remove the lid it doesn't happen.
Good afternoon. New to the pressure cooking world and just made our first dish (ur roast beef video) in our new Ninja foodie. Came out amazing. Question...The Mrs attended a tamale prep gathering and we have a couple dozen of uncooked tamales that we would like to steam in the Ninja. Their open ended and all we have is what came w the Ninja (rack,air fry basket). Any idea how to accomplish this using the Ninja? Enjoy your channel and looking forward to making more of your recipes!
Thank you! I would use 2 cups of water in the inner pot and put the tamales in the basket and steam for 20-30 minutes. I'm not sure if that is enough time, but you can unwrap one and see and go longer if needed. I hope to get a tamale recipe out soon. I've made them, but the filling wasn't up to par, so it's back to the drawing board.
Hi excellent video - advice please I was sure I did the water test when I first got my ninja but maybe not as yday when I turned it to vent along with the steam the contents of my stew was spouting out - did I do something wrong ?
I don't think anything is wrong, just allow the pot to natural release for 10 minutes before venting and that should take care of the stew spewing out. Or, it could be your pot was very full.
No mention of the little metal basket that allegedly goes on the valve, underside of the steam lid. My unit wont work. It keeps telling me to OPEN VENT so I can Slow Cook. It's OPEN, not sure what else I can do.
So when you put the little vent/seal knob back on. Did I click back together or just sits back on? Mine came off and I’m a little nervous about how it’s just kinda sitting back on the valve
Yes, that is completely normal. It is designed to "float" while under pressure in case too much pressure builds in the pot. When you vent it, it will sit on a little ledge. It can also be removed for cleaning.
Nice video, love the cooker compared to the instant pot. My only complaint is that I used the pressure cooker lid 10 to 1 of the other lid only, wish I could remove the other lid and leave the just the pressure cooker lid attached.
Hi there! I’m a little concerned that there is something wrong with my Ninja Foodi after hearing what you said about steam while cooking. Sometimes when I’m pressure cooking, steam escapes via the pin while getting up to pressure (which you said is normal) but after that stops and the timer starts to count down, a little steam starts coming out of the seal/vent float knob (which I think you said is not normal). Can you help? Thank you in advance. I love your videos and articles!
Hi 👋 I think you are a great teacher!! Thank You so much!, Can I put 2 dozens eggs to hard boiled on tip of each other Foe 6 minutes or one dozen at a time?
Thank you so much. I would only put as many eggs as will fit in the basket comfortably. You don't want them sitting in the boiling water. I have not done more than 12, but if more can fit in the basket, I think it will be fine.
I did the pressure test and I put the knob on seal and alot of steam is coming out...my timer never counted down...The red button is up ...😕... I wonder if i need to order a new knob? Any other ideas? I have been watching your channel..Love the recipes...Im a new 3 day foodi owner...😍
Check your silicone ring, sometimes they aren't pressed in all the way and cause steam to leak and never come under pressure. I am so sorry I am just getting back to you!
@@TheSaltedPepper ....Thank you so much...When time permits in the next couple of days I will do a water test....I will let you know if it solves the problem...No need to apologize for not getting back to me sooner...I know your very busy and I appreciate you answering me...im still in the beginning stages learning to use the foodi...We are loving it...I love watching you cook with it...You should pitch the food network for a cooking show...Im seeing a few air fryer products in the store...Tyson sells some air fryed chicken now and I saw breading for the air fryer yesterday...Thank you again for your answer....
Mine is spitting out the valve when it hits the timer despite it being "sealed", i assume this is faulty. The valve seems loose even when sealed but everything seems to say that's normal...
@@TheSaltedPepper Thanks for the reply! It does look like it's releasing a lot though compared to every other video I've seen. Would you mind quickly viewing a video I posted to the ninja foodi subreddit (link below) and tell me if it looks normal to you. Thanks. www.reddit.com/r/NinjaFoodi/comments/helm9a/i_assume_my_foodi_is_faulty_valve_doesnt_seem_to/
When I put my pressure cooker lid on, and click on Pressure Cook, set my temp and time, I don't get the little dashes going around and around, instead, mine says PRE for some reason... The lid is on all the way, the valve is in the right place, so Im not sure why it says PRE. It still gets hot and cooks food
I am glad I found this. Steam does comes out when building pressure but even when it is under after the time starts and it scares me so I will not use this feature again. Very disappointed since it only started after about 4th time using.
Don't be scared, that is a safety mechanism when too much pressure is built in the pot. The valve is weighted and will release steam even during pressure cooking if it needs to. The newer models seem to do this more often than the older ones and I'm not sure why. As long as the steam doesn't continue throughout the entire PC process and your valve is sealed, you are fine. It scared me the first time it happened to me too!
HELLO! I'm 2-1/2 years late on my comment, but I just received my Ninja and followed your instructions to the letter. SUCCESS! Just a couple of very minor things; I have the 8 quart, and the red pressure button is now silver chrome. Thank you so much for a great video. Let's cook! New fan and subscriber.
I'm so sorry for coming late to this video but I just received my ninja foodi. What I really want to do with this is pressure can veggies from my garden for long term storage. Will it?
I hope you can help me! I tried doing the test and steam is coming out on the sides of the lid 🥺 I checked the seal ring, everything looks fine! I made sure it is in the SEAL position and nothing is working?! It has to be the silicone ring in some way but it looks completely fine. In the book it even says it should be able to turn when pulling on it... I don't know what to do.
Did you try removing the seal and putting it back in? 99% of the time it is the seal. It can look like it's pushed in all the way and it isn't. It has happened to me. If that doesn't work, feel free to email me and we can troubleshoot a little more. louise@thesaltedpepper.com
Question: I am told that my Foodi should come up to pressure after 8-10 minutes before it starts to cook/countdown, but MY Foodi typically takes more than 10 minutes. Does it take longer if I am cooking dry beans which requires more liquid?
the time to pressure is dependent on the food and liquid in the pot. The average time is about 8 minutes, but I've had it take over 20 minutes before. You should decrease your PC time a little when it takes over 15 minutes unless that is built into the recipe.
@@TheSaltedPepper That makes perfect sense and assures me there is nothing wrong with my Foodi. Last night I made black beans and there was 6 cups broth needing to come to pressure which took 14 minutes. Result was perfect by the recipe. THANK YOU AGAIN.
I have an issue with this device or maybe it is me but after the pressure is done and want to air fry, i cant use the temp buttons..i must turn the device off and on then go back to air fryer so i can modify the temp...any help?
After PC'ing, you should be able to close the TenderCrisp lid and switch to the AC or any of the other functions using that lid. If you can't do that, I would call Ninja.
I have put off trying the pressure cooker part of the 6.5 ninja foodie; because my Mom used the old fashioned pressure cooker, and somehow blew green beans all over the kitchen ceiling. She used the pressure cooker to make fruit cakes, roasts , everything but I was hesitant to do anything with the pressure cooker. Watching your video soothed my fears; and I am actually boiling the 3 cups water pretest. Wow, really proud of myself. FEAR, you don't own me.
That is awesome! Just follow the safety guidelines and you will be fine. These electric pressure cookers are so different from the stove top older ones.
🤣 it took me forever to get one because my old fashioned stovetop one blew something into the living room. Guest: "What the heck was THAT, that just flew by my head?" ... Husband: "Oh! Looks like dinner's ready! Grab a plate!"
🤣I lol at this comment because it was the same for me. That high pitched noise Made me leave the house all the time. I’m good now, use my foodi pressure cooker often.
LoL 😂
That’s funny 😄
Thank you for explaining about the steam coming out of the lid during pressure build up.
You are welcome!
Yes. Thank you. I got scared😬
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Thank you for doing this. I am one of those people who need to see things. Much appeciated.
I'm glad I could help!
Yeah I needed this thanks
I just said the same thing, I have to visually see it sometimes. Can’t wait to use mine on my channel
Thanks for the video.
I have one and my friends warned me about the pressure lid and I ignored it. I bought one and I regretted ever since
Your are genius, thank you so much for this video. We purchased the Foodi nearly 4 months ago and did not pluck up the courage to start using it. My wife and I drew straws who would learn how to use it and I lost. But this video was a real relief, thank you much.
Glad it was helpful!
Good instructional video. I watch so many videos where the instructor rambles and it is hard to glean anything useful. Thanks for your straightforward way of instruction. I have watched several of your other videos. You are easy to understand and I don’t have to wait for you to get back on subject after rambling for a bit. I like that. You are good at instruction.
Thank you! glad you enjoyed the video!
@@TheSaltedPepper I agree, your videos don’t ramble on like so many. THANK YOU for staying so informative and to the point.
I am SO relieved that I'm not the only one who was confused by placing the pressure lid. Girl... it was a complete comedy show over here for a few minutes. I was ready to send the whole thing back! Finally, I Googled the lid and realized how simple it is to get the lid on. Felt like an idiot. Now I am watching your videos to start using this Foodi. I have a Duo80 so I'm not sure why the Foodi terrifies me a little. LOL So - thank you for this and all the videos. I am subbing. By the way, my family got me the Deluxe and it came to pressure fast. I have an IP Duo80 but I can never hear the indicator beeps so I love that this one is loud.
This video made a huge difference for me! I found out the hard way my unit wasn't coming to pressure (I tried cooking dinner in it before doing this test). To troubleshoot I did the pressure test and was so grateful to have your commentary - made it easier to know what had gone wrong (bad valve). I called Ninja and they are replacing my lid right away! Thank you!
I'm so glad they are taking care of the problem!
Thank you so much for this video! I was super nervous to do the water test because this whole machine makes me nervous but watching your video helped me know what to expect.
Excellent Demo for the Pressure Test. You spoke eloquently, beautiful smile and lovely sense of humor. I just ordered/waiting for my Ninja Foodi to arrive. My biggest conquest is beef stew; everything else will be easy peasy. Thank you and God bless!
Thank you so much! Congratulations on your new Foodi, you will love it! I just made the best stew if you are interested, here is the recipe: thesaltedpepper.com/beef-stew-ninja-foodi/
@@TheSaltedPepper Thanks a bunch! I just visited your link and bookmarked as well. I see you have a facebook group page for ninja uses. Also, can I make toast in my ninja. My counter space is disappearing with the new appliances but need toast with my morning coffee. Many thanks and God bless!
This is the best review/test video! I’ve watched so many videos trying to figure it out but that one is actually the only one that helped me.
I just bought a foodi and I was searching for how to use it. It’s like i was shipping at TJMaxx because i didn’t know what i needed to see, and then this video was exactly what I needed! Thank you!
Glad I could help!
Hi there! There is a small raised arrow on the pressure lid and one on the front of the Ninja Foodi. If you line the two arrows up the lid falls into place and then you can tighten it on! Also, if the power is on while you put the lid on it beeps when the lid is secure 😊
Yep! Found that out later! LOL
Thank you for this video! I was really confused when trying this on my own until I watched your video. You covered all the things I had questions on :)
I'm so glad!
Wish I had watched this video before doing the pressure test. Although the instructions that come with aren't bad, they don't tell you about the steam that comes out whilst pressure is building, or how long it takes. It took mine about 8 minutes too, and I thought something was wrong... Also it was useful to see the venting of the steam to release the pressure and then being able to remove the lid straight after. I wasn't prepared for the powerful rush of steam, and was then afraid to remove the lid as wasn't sure if all the pressure had been released! Also the instructions don't warn you about how hot the water will be inside - obvious, maybe, but still very useful to know.
I just got my Ninja Foodi last week.
I have been scared for years to use a pressure cooker. Your video gave me confidence and started me going.
Thank you so much for all your advice and guidance.
I started watching your other recipe videos too.
THANK YOU FOR THIS! I should’ve watched this before I freaked myself out seeing the steam 🤣🤣
Glad it was helpful!
@@TheSaltedPepper Hi from Italy. You were definitely helpful! The steam-information is so important! I freaked out too because of the steam coming out while reaching the right pressure. I was terrified XD
Me too!
Merry Christmas! Oh my gosh girl...I'm a total visual learner and your videos are perfect. I just got the 10 qt ninja foodi thingy, lol....I love it and with your help I m getting ready to cook my first food in it. I'm making Mac and cheese to go with our Christmas dinner...I'll be watching all your videos.....Thank you so much....
Thank you so much! Happy holidays!
Thank your for sharing! We as a family made chicken wings tonight! Your video gave me the comfort and confidence to use the pressure cooker! I was paranoid it was gonna explode the entire time, but seeing you get close to it and listen just made me more comfortable! Thanks for saving dinner!!
That makes me so happy!
Chicken wings? U fry after pressure cooking?
Thank you SO MUCH!!! You did it so easy for me to understand!!! I’ve always been scared of pressure pots.
You are so welcome!
Was gifted one of these ninja food cookers with no manual and no clue how to use. This video was just what i was lookint for, thank you so much!
I have NinjaFoodi for awhile. But I have never used pressure cooker function before. Because I was scared to use it. But your video is helping a lot. Thank you so much 😊
I'm so happy to hear that! Once you get started, it will become so much easier!
This helped so much. I got mine from my brother in law. He used it all the time but I have no experience. I couldn't tell if it was working until I found your video!
Glad I could help!
I used my Ninja first time to night. I had terrible time with instructions. Came back here and was able to figure out why I could not get lid off despite red button down. Needed to turn it off.☹️ I guess I am a visual learner. Thank goodness I had seen these videos back before I decided to get my Ninja. Thank you for your instructions.
Best video so far on showing how to use the pressure cooker. Hope you have done more or will do on the ninja foodi!!!
Thank you, I have a lot of videos on the Ninja Foodi!
Hello, I’m new to your channel. I just got one for Christmas. I read the instructions but I’m such a must see it.
Hope you like it!
Years later and my mother in law just gave us this ninja foodi and I’m trying to figure it out. Thank you so much this was very helpful. I thought the pressure cooker function didn’t work because the knob was wobbly and it took so long to pressurize
Thank you I hadn't used my pressure cooker in a while and forgot how to use it I watched this video before when I first got my Ninja and it helped I am now subscribed
Glad I could help!
Thank you! I just bought this today and have never used a pressure cooker so was pretty nervous. I was glad to see what to expect! Now I just need to figure out how and what to cook in it!
You will love it! I have tons of recipes on my website: thesaltedpepper.com
Thank you! I was confused and thought that the pressure cooker wasn't "sealed" because of the steaming and the symbol on the left confused me as well and made me think it was on "vent". I kept trying to push the valve hard....probably damaged it. Bah. Now I am realizing it is all good! I am coming from using an Instant Pot for 2 years to the Ninja Foodi.
I hope you love the Ninja!
Thank you for this video! I had lost the little black pressure valve and hadn’t used my pressure cooker feature in ages. I found a next day delivery of a replacement valve cover on Amazon for $10 bucks and ordered it 😊 I got it then realized I couldn’t even recall how to do the test and found your video. I’m glad I did! I would’ve thought that I had a defective valve cover if eight minutes had gone by lol. Thanks to your video I was able to confirm that my valve replacement cover worked perfectly fine! And so I can use my pressure cooker feature again! Yay! I have the exact model as you and I love it!
I received my Ninja Foodi on 2/18/2020. I did the water test today and it worked out great. Thanks for showing this video.
Congrats on the new Foodi! I hope you love it!
This video was a huge help to me. I saw steam while it was trying to pressurize and I thought I had done something wrong! Thank 😊
Glad it helped!
Love the demonstration,it really is much better to watch than read about.
I'm glad you find them helpful!
I was gifted this, and almost went to exchange it. I appreciate this video. Currently doing to test to see if mine works or if it is genuinely effective. Have not been able to get it to do any pressuring on anything I have done thus far.
Thanks! I thought I was going to blow-up my family and house, so I turned it off. 🤣🤦♀️ I found your video right away and felt comfortable starting dinner back up haha!
Glad I could help!
We just started using it for roast. I hope it comes out ok and the foodi doesnt blow up our apt.lol
Fabulous directions you know I’ve never had a pressure cooker or the ninja cooker and him those things have always scared me but I’ll tell you, you really made it look simple!
Maggie Miller Thanks! I didn’t get one for a long time and now I don’t know how I lived without it! I love both the Instant Pot and the Ninja Foodi!
I have had mine since Thanksgiving. It’s my first pressure cooker, and I’m still afraid of it. I think that’s a good thing. But the electronic ones like this are very safe compared to the older styles. Be familiar with the directions. There are multiple functions, and each can be used wrong. The steamer and dehydrator functions work with the pressure lid on but are supposed to be used with the pressure valve open. I don’t know if the pressure safety functions are still operating in these other modes, and I don’t want to find out the hard way. Close the pressure valve only in Pressure mode.
7heRedBaron 7heRedBaron The new pressure cookers have so many safety features built in, they are very safe to use. I still use caution when opening the sealing valve. It’s interesting the dehydrating functions with the pressure lid because it’s the Tendercrisp lid that you should be using to dehydrate foods. It’s the fan circulation and low heat that draws the moisture out of the food.
I may be mistaken about the dehydrator mode where I should have said the simmer mode. But I have actually seen someone doing a TH-cam video close the valve in steamer mode to cook broccoli and not know why it came out broccoli soup. I was more worried it was going to turn out broccoli paint on their ceiling.
7heRedBaron You are funny! I have that visual in my head now! Broccoli ceiling paint! 🤣
there are little arrows on the pot and the lid that you line up. Fits perfect every time.
nancy pollard 🤣🤣 Another kind person let me know! Thanks! 🤣🤣
Thank you! I didn't know for sure if it was on with that moving rectangle. LOL. So it moves until it comes up to pressure. Got it. Directions did not explain that. 🤗 You are great at explaining.
I had to watch you video of how to use the pressure,and found this very helpful. The vent part scares me but in the middle of making soup. Thanks
Thank you so much! I've never used a pressure cooker before and this was extremely thorough and helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks... followed your step by step while watching your video... Came out Perfect !! Please keep your Foodi Videos coming.
I am so sorry I missed this comment before! I am so happy that you liked it! Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for explaining the steam coming up/out before button pops...that is super helpful. Mine-the gorgeous Cinnamon just
arrived about 30 mins ago...I already posted on your FB along with Michelle who just got her's...super excited - :)
VitaZgal congratulations! You are going to love the Ninja Foodi!
Ive never left a comment on youtube lol. Anywho, i just got this machine and the seal/vent knob seems super loose. You had said that yours was actually unattached. Was it like entirely off when you first got yours or did it just seem super loose? I don’t know if I’m actually sealing it when I turn it to seal because it is so loose
I was sitting here having a meltdown pressure cooking my first whole chicken in my Ninja. I so wish I had watched this video before hand! Thanks so much for sharing!!!
Glad it was helpful!
So pleased I watched this, thank you. Awaiting delivery of mine tomorrow so I’ll be watching more of your video’s for sure.
Glad it was helpful! Congrats on the Foodi!
Thank you for the video. I have had the Foodi for a little while and hadn't gotten the chance/nerve to try it out. I am looking forward to using it today!
I hope you do! While there is a learning curve to it, the possibilities are endless!
Out of my comfort zone with this piece of equipment I just got for an early Christmas present. Thanks for this informative video; can't wait to get started. Just subscribed! Excited to see what else you got!
Thank you!! Awesome vid! We were sitting over here wondering if it was even working! Lol
You answered our questions we had. We shoulda watched it beforehand! Lol
Def liked and now subcribed! Thanks again!
I'm so glad!
Your videos have been very helpful, thanks. I did a pressure test today after watching your video on the subject
Thank you! I hope you enjoy your Foodi!
The pressure cooker lid has a small arrow on the left edge of the black trim. The cooker has a similar one just above the upward pointing "time" button. You line these two arrows up to seat the lid in place before turning it to lock it down. At the 2:30 mark in this video, you can see the lid's arrow directly above the "temp" buttons because the cooker had been sealed
You probably figured this out by now but the pressure lid has an arrow in the front that you match up with the arrow on the ninja. I struggled with the lid until I figured that out lol
LOL! I did figure that out, but much later! LOL
Thank you thank you thank you!!! This is the exact video I was searching for as mine released steam and never seemed to get to the actual cook part! I think I gave up to early Will try again! Learned how to better make my fries too! Will be tuning in more!
Glad I could help!
Thank you for these videos. Just bought a foodi and i love it.
When I first pulled everything out of the box, I almost felt like I needed an engineering degree to use it. As a single guy, I've been dependent on a cheap air fryer and microwave. The Foodi is a different experience for me. Nice intro video for newbie wannabee cook.
I’m trying it for the first time I brought today at Walmart! I’m nervous cause I’ve heard the crazy stories of Pressure Cookers exploding! 😩😩😩
Mine failed and I wasn't sure what was supposed to happen so this confirms that there is a problem with mine. Thanks very much, really useful!
Glad I could help
Thank you for this tutorial. I just bought my Ninja Foodi and I want to learn much much much more.
Glad it was helpful!
I am glad to watch your video on the Ninja Foodi Pressure Hot Water Cooking Test. It takes time for the Ninja Foodi To Build Pressure. At least now you can tell the Ninja Foodi will give the 2-minute Hot Water Cooking Pressure Test. Thanks Salted Pepper!
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@@TheSaltedPepper Happy Valentine's Day!
Communications Languages And Culture Happy Valentine’s Day to you as well!
Thank you. Im from México. Tu video me ayudo muchísimo, no podía hacerla funcionar pero al final lo logre gracias a ti. Además de funcional estuvo muy divertido. Gracias
¡Muchas gracias!
Espero que disfrutes usando tu Foodi
Thank you so much for your help with this. To be honest I was really nervous about this. But you made it easy to see how to use this.
Glad it helped!
Many thanks for sharing how to get the top on, you are a great instructor.
I just did my pressure test... simple, but scary, as I’ve never used a pressure cooker at all! I’m going to try my hand at wings. Thanks for all your wonderful, & helpful videos
YAY! I hope you love cooking with your Ninja Foodi!
I'm doing this pressure test right now, I have the newer model 8qt and from the time I put in the 3 cups of water turned on high 2 mins watched it release steam naturally then switched over to release mine never counts down any numbers. I don't think I've seen any numbers at all. If I can't learn to use this then it will just sit....
It sounds like either you didn't let it go long enough or something is wrong. I think we are trying to work this out in Ninja Foodi 101. I'll wait for your video.
So just a quick one for me as a new owner..
When I pressured some eggs for the first time,
4 mins
125ml water
When the sealed popped, I had steam coming out the main vent, for about 40 seconds.
Even though it was set at “seal”
Is this right??
I will add the eggs came out slightly soft, so I tried again, (steam came out again) but I increased time to 5 mins and came out ok.
I’m just worried it shouldn’t come out once the button pops shut.??
Loving my machine tbh, as a man living alone it’s been great.
It's normal for a little steam to escape even when the pot is sealed. If it is coming out around the sides of the lid, that is not normal and due to a sealing issue, most likely the silicone sealing ring not in all the way. If it comes out of the valve that you turn, that is because it is equalizing the pressure. The valve is weighted and if too much steam/pressure is in the pot it lifts it up and lets the steam out. I've noticed this much more often when cooking things like eggs where there is just plain water in the bottom.
Thanks so much for all your posts. They're so very helpful. You're a great cook and a great teacher.
Thank you so much!
I'm pretty sure even once it under pressure and starts counting down that it will still sometimes leak out steam or let out some steam through the pressure cap. That's why it's so loose on top of there it kind of just Jingles around because it releases the pressure as the pressure builds if it needs to be released.
You are correct, it's loose for safety reasons. If too much pressure is built, it will release some of the steam.
I just bought this for my wife for Christmas..I have a stupid question..is the the seal and vent knob supposed to be used/wobbly? Thank u
Yes, it is. I hope she loves it!
I go to pressure and it skips pressure, literally says pre for 1 second then goes to the timer. Like it thinks it has pressure but it doesn’t. Haven’t seen anything about how to fix that.
I would need to see a video on what is happening because I haven't seen that before. You can email me at louise@thesaltedpepper.com
Can you or anyone tell me, can you pressure can with the pressure cooker? What’s the hottest temp to can if at all with it
The Ninja Foodi isn't designed for pressure canning.
First time using a new pressure cooker is really scary. It could be dangerous if doing something incorrectly. Thanks for sharing helpful instruction. ❤❤
There are so many safety measures in place and as long as you follow the safety guidelines, you will be fine!
Hi.
I have the OP500EU for almost 4 weeks now. I did the water test the day that I got mine and it took almost half hour to PC. Few days ago I tried to make lambs it took 50 minutes to PC for a 10 min cooking. A lot of steam was coming through the float valve. Yesterday I tried again but this time putting hot liquid and again a lot of steam comes through the float valve and after 25 minutes it's still didn't PC... I was disappointed and stopped 😔 what am I doing wrong? greetings from the Netherlands
If you are just seeing the steam coming through the float valve, you might have a faulty lid. If the steam is coming from all around the lid, then it's probably a sealing ring issue that might be fixed by pressing it further into the lid.
Hey video maker, thank you. I hate switching to the pressure cooker, but this video made me comfortable. I subscribed, and hope your TH-cam is going well
Thank you!
Thanks for this I've never pressure cooked in my life and just bought a foodi so this was very helpful 🥰
I hope you love it!
@@TheSaltedPepper I just did the test and made the best chicken noodle soup ever. I love this so much
This was So helpful I honestly thought it was broken out of the box.
Thanks.
You're welcome!
Thank you for making this video i was soo confused when it didnt count down right away and when the steam came out before it sealed. I thought they sent me a defective ninja foodi lol.
Glad I could help!
I just got my new Ninja foodie and I did the test as you instructed, but I have 2 questions? 1. Should there be some steam coming out the front? I know you said it's normal for it to escape trough the red float valve...but I did notice a little, just a little steam coming front the front.
2. After I did the test and took off the pressure cover, the removable cooking pot lifts a little with it. Is that normal? I don't know if it's because the cooking pot only had the 3 cups of water.
If you had steam coming out from around the lid, the silicone ring wasn't pushed in all the way. This is common, it looks like it is in, but it isn't. I recommend pushing it down all the way and doing the pressure test again. Sometimes the lid creates a little suction with the pot, but usually if you wait about 15-30 seconds after the pin drops to remove the lid it doesn't happen.
Good afternoon. New to the pressure cooking world and just made our first dish (ur roast beef video) in our new Ninja foodie. Came out amazing. Question...The Mrs attended a tamale prep gathering and we have a couple dozen of uncooked tamales that we would like to steam in the Ninja. Their open ended and all we have is what came w the Ninja (rack,air fry basket). Any idea how to accomplish this using the Ninja? Enjoy your channel and looking forward to making more of your recipes!
Thank you! I would use 2 cups of water in the inner pot and put the tamales in the basket and steam for 20-30 minutes. I'm not sure if that is enough time, but you can unwrap one and see and go longer if needed. I hope to get a tamale recipe out soon. I've made them, but the filling wasn't up to par, so it's back to the drawing board.
Hi excellent video - advice please I was sure I did the water test when I first got my ninja but maybe not as yday when I turned it to vent along with the steam the contents of my stew was spouting out - did I do something wrong ?
I don't think anything is wrong, just allow the pot to natural release for 10 minutes before venting and that should take care of the stew spewing out. Or, it could be your pot was very full.
No mention of the little metal basket that allegedly goes on the valve, underside of the steam lid. My unit wont work. It keeps telling me to OPEN VENT so I can Slow Cook. It's OPEN, not sure what else I can do.
My vent button is not working like that. I am wondering what I am doing wrong and it is loose. 🤦🏽♀️😩
I was about to send mine back when I saw that steam coming out. Thanks for explaining! 👍
No problem 👍
Thank you for your help ! We greatly appreciate your videos.
My pleasure!
So when you put the little vent/seal knob back on. Did I click back together or just sits back on? Mine came off and I’m a little nervous about how it’s just kinda sitting back on the valve
It just pops back on.
The seal can’t knob is very wobbly. Is that okay? Mine had a tape on it that said it should be loose.
Yes, that is completely normal. It is designed to "float" while under pressure in case too much pressure builds in the pot. When you vent it, it will sit on a little ledge. It can also be removed for cleaning.
Nice video, love the cooker compared to the instant pot. My only complaint is that I used the pressure cooker lid 10 to 1 of the other lid only, wish I could remove the other lid and leave the just the pressure cooker lid attached.
Thank you!
Hi there! I’m a little concerned that there is something wrong with my Ninja Foodi after hearing what you said about steam while cooking. Sometimes when I’m pressure cooking, steam escapes via the pin while getting up to pressure (which you said is normal) but after that stops and the timer starts to count down, a little steam starts coming out of the seal/vent float knob (which I think you said is not normal). Can you help? Thank you in advance. I love your videos and articles!
That is a safety feature. If too much pressure is built, the valve let's out excess steam to decrease the pressure.
The Salted Pepper
Thank you so much! :)
Hi 👋
I think you are a great teacher!! Thank You so much!,
Can I put 2 dozens eggs to hard boiled on tip of each other
Foe 6 minutes or one dozen at a time?
Thank you so much. I would only put as many eggs as will fit in the basket comfortably. You don't want them sitting in the boiling water. I have not done more than 12, but if more can fit in the basket, I think it will be fine.
Thank you 😊 it’s a great idea to do a test. I had no idea how to use it and was a bit hesitant to cook in the pressure cooker
I did the pressure test and I put the knob on seal and alot of steam is coming out...my timer never counted down...The red button is up ...😕... I wonder if i need to order a new knob? Any other ideas? I have been watching your channel..Love the recipes...Im a new 3 day foodi owner...😍
Check your silicone ring, sometimes they aren't pressed in all the way and cause steam to leak and never come under pressure. I am so sorry I am just getting back to you!
@@TheSaltedPepper ....Thank you so much...When time permits in the next couple of days I will do a water test....I will let you know if it solves the problem...No need to apologize for not getting back to me sooner...I know your very busy and I appreciate you answering me...im still in the beginning stages learning to use the foodi...We are loving it...I love watching you cook with it...You should pitch the food network for a cooking show...Im seeing a few air fryer products in the store...Tyson sells some air fryed chicken now and I saw breading for the air fryer yesterday...Thank you again for your answer....
Mine is spitting out the valve when it hits the timer despite it being "sealed", i assume this is faulty. The valve seems loose even when sealed but everything seems to say that's normal...
It does that sometimes to release extra pressure. It's part of the safety features. As long as it's cooking things correctly, you should be fine.
@@TheSaltedPepper Thanks for the reply! It does look like it's releasing a lot though compared to every other video I've seen. Would you mind quickly viewing a video I posted to the ninja foodi subreddit (link below) and tell me if it looks normal to you. Thanks.
www.reddit.com/r/NinjaFoodi/comments/helm9a/i_assume_my_foodi_is_faulty_valve_doesnt_seem_to/
When I put my pressure cooker lid on, and click on Pressure Cook, set my temp and time, I don't get the little dashes going around and around, instead, mine says PRE for some reason... The lid is on all the way, the valve is in the right place, so Im not sure why it says PRE. It still gets hot and cooks food
I am glad I found this. Steam does comes out when building pressure but even when it is under after the time starts and it scares me so I will not use this feature again. Very disappointed since it only started after about 4th time using.
Don't be scared, that is a safety mechanism when too much pressure is built in the pot. The valve is weighted and will release steam even during pressure cooking if it needs to. The newer models seem to do this more often than the older ones and I'm not sure why. As long as the steam doesn't continue throughout the entire PC process and your valve is sealed, you are fine. It scared me the first time it happened to me too!
@@TheSaltedPepper thank you for replying . I will give another try and see what happens maybe I put too much liquid in
HELLO! I'm 2-1/2 years late on my comment, but I just received my Ninja and followed your instructions to the letter. SUCCESS! Just a couple of very minor things; I have the 8 quart, and the red pressure button is now silver chrome.
Thank you so much for a great video. Let's cook! New fan and subscriber.
I hope you love your new Foodi! Yes, they are constantly changing things to keep us on our toes! LOL
Hi Beautiful Lady...how in the world did you get the vent/steam knob back on? I can’t seem to get it back on...HELLLLPP!! Lol
It should just pop back on.
@@TheSaltedPepperHmmm... mine must be broke cuz wont go back on for nothing...YET...I'll try again...thank you!
Got my ninja foodie today and you helped me out so much :) thank you 🙏. You got a new follower 👌👍
Congratulations on the Foodi! You are going to love it! Thanks for your support and kind words! 🥰
Wow what a video! I just bought my Ninja Food and this is the explanation that I was looking for. Thank you for sharing =)
I'm so sorry for coming late to this video but I just received my ninja foodi. What I really want to do with this is pressure can veggies from my garden for long term storage. Will it?
The Ninja Foodi isn't approved for pressure canning.
I hope you can help me! I tried doing the test and steam is coming out on the sides of the lid 🥺 I checked the seal ring, everything looks fine! I made sure it is in the SEAL position and nothing is working?! It has to be the silicone ring in some way but it looks completely fine. In the book it even says it should be able to turn when pulling on it... I don't know what to do.
Did you try removing the seal and putting it back in? 99% of the time it is the seal. It can look like it's pushed in all the way and it isn't. It has happened to me. If that doesn't work, feel free to email me and we can troubleshoot a little more. louise@thesaltedpepper.com
Question: I am told that my Foodi should come up to pressure after 8-10 minutes before it starts to cook/countdown, but MY Foodi typically takes more than 10 minutes. Does it take longer if I am cooking dry beans which requires more liquid?
the time to pressure is dependent on the food and liquid in the pot. The average time is about 8 minutes, but I've had it take over 20 minutes before. You should decrease your PC time a little when it takes over 15 minutes unless that is built into the recipe.
@@TheSaltedPepper That makes perfect sense and assures me there is nothing wrong with my Foodi. Last night I made black beans and there was 6 cups broth needing to come to pressure which took 14 minutes. Result was perfect by the recipe. THANK YOU AGAIN.
Should the knob be loose I can turn the seal vent knob a whole 360 is that normal??? Or does it lock in when you turn the side to seal???? Thanks
Yes, it should be loose. That is completely normal. It's weighted and will release pressure if too much is built.
I have an issue with this device or maybe it is me but after the pressure is done and want to air fry, i cant use the temp buttons..i must turn the device off and on then go back to air fryer so i can modify the temp...any help?
After PC'ing, you should be able to close the TenderCrisp lid and switch to the AC or any of the other functions using that lid. If you can't do that, I would call Ninja.