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bill vernor
April 20, 2025
how do you cook with the top up ?
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Mr. Anderson
May 10, 2025
To cook with the hood up on the Ninja Foodi XL Pro IG601, use the grill grate or BBQ griddle for direct, edge-to-edge high heat. This method is best for delicate foods and gives even cooking and searing. Keep the hood up to harness direct heat without cyclonic air.
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Please make sure to read the enclosed Ninja® Owner’s Guide prior to using your unit. GRILL & GRIDDLE QUICK START GUIDE with 15 irresistible recipes + cooking charts...
Tips and tricks for Herb-Rubbed Pork Tenderloins with Zucchini Spears virtually smoke-free grilling Welcome to the Ninja® Foodi® XL Pro Grill & Griddle Herb Rosemary Pork Chops Cooking functions overview with Charred Carrots recipe book. From here, you're just a few pages away from...
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Even Heat E D G E -T O - E D G E Steakhouse BBQ griddling grilling & searing Cook foods grills can't Quick and easy meals Pro Powered Grill Grate Get ready to experience our most powerful grill to date. Lock in flavors with 500°F direct high heat, evenly distributed from edge to edge.
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How to have a virtually smoke-free experience Always use the recommended grill settings Our chef-designed temperature settings maximize grill flavors and textures while minimizing smoke. Cooking food at a higher temperature than recommended will result in more smoke and food having a burnt, acrid flavor. Bacon Frozen meats Steaks...
Grilling, griddling & beyond Let's get cooking Get to know the functions of your Ninja® Foodi® XL Pro Grill & Griddle STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Set Up Add Accessories Select Cook Function to get the best out of every meal.
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Now you can cook with the hood up or the hood down Hood up Hood down Harnesses the direct, edge-to-edge high heat searing Combine the power of the high-heat grill grate from the grill grate or BBQ griddle for even cooking, or BBQ griddle with cyclonic air for all-around searing, boosting flavors, and char-grilled results.
Flavor-Building 101 When using marinated When grilling frozen To get the best These marinades and foods on the Grill function, meats, baste them textures and flavors from spice rubs call for coarse we recommend using liberally and consistently frozen meat, season it Build your own marinades and zesty spice rubs.
1/2 cup pineapple, cut in 1/2-inch cubes 2 tablespoons canola oil 10–12 (8-inch) Ninja® Foodi® Grill Skewers 2 tablespoons prepared Cajun seasoning or skewers of your choice 1/2 green bell pepper, cut in 1/4-inch pieces...
GRILLED CAESAR SALAD WITH GRILLED CROUTONS INTERMEDIATE RECIPE PREP: 5 MINUTES | PREHEAT: APPROX. 10 MINUTES | GRILL: 10 MINUTES | MAKES: 4 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS 4 tablespoons canola oil, divided 1 To install the grill grate, slide it into the front of the base so it hooks in, then press down on the 2 heads romaine lettuce, washed, trimmed, back until it clicks into place and close the hood.
Grill Chart (Closed-Hood Cooking) For less smoke, we recommend cleaning splatter shield after every use. Season as desired AMOUNT PREPARATION TEMP COOK TIME INSTRUCTIONS CHICKEN Chicken breast, boneless 4 breasts (7–9 oz each) Season as desired 16–20 mins Flip 2 or 3 times during cooking Chicken breast, bone in 3–4 breasts (12–24 oz each) Season as desired...
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Grill Chart (Closed-Hood Cooking), continued For less smoke, we recommend cleaning splatter shield after every use. INGREDIENT AMOUNT PREPARATION TEMP COOK TIME INSTRUCTIONS SEAFOOD Cod/Haddock 6 fillets (5–6 oz each) Coat lightly with canola oil, season as desired 8–12 mins Flip halfway through cooking Flounder 3 fillets...
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Grill Chart (Closed-Hood Cooking), continued For less smoke, we recommend cleaning splatter shield after every use. INGREDIENT AMOUNT PREPARATION TEMP COOK TIME INSTRUCTIONS FROZEN POULTRY Chicken Breast, boneless 4–6 (7–9 oz each) Season as desired 23-27 mins Flip 2 or 3 times through cooking Chicken Thighs, Bone-In 4–6 (4–7 oz each) Season as desired...
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Grill Chart (Closed-Hood Cooking), continued For less smoke, we recommend cleaning splatter shield after every use. INGREDIENT AMOUNT PREPARATION TEMP COOK TIME INSTRUCTIONS FRUIT Avocado Up to 4 Cut in half, remove pit(s) 5–7 mins Flipping not necessary Bananas 3–4 Peel, cut in half lengthwise 8 mins Flip halfway through cooking...
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Grill Chart (Open-Hood Cooking) Season as desired AMOUNT PREPARATION TEMP COOK TIME INSTRUCTIONS CHICKEN Chicken breast, boneless 4–6 breasts (7–9 oz each) Season as desired 25–30 mins Flip 2 or 3 times during cooking Chicken breast, bone in 3–4 breasts (12–24 oz each) Season as desired 16–20 mins Flip 2 or 3 times during cooking...
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Grill Chart (Open-Hood Cooking), continued INGREDIENT AMOUNT PREPARATION TEMP COOK TIME INSTRUCTIONS VEGETABLES Asparagus 1–2 bunches Coat lightly with canola oil, season as desired 6–9 mins Toss frequently during cooking Baby bok choy 1 1/2 lbs Cut in half lengthwise, coat lightly with canola oil, season as desired 9–13 mins Toss frequently during cooking Bell peppers...
BBQ Griddle Chart Food loads are written for BBQ Griddling with open-hood cooking. If melted cheese or a crispier output is desired, close the hood and cook for 2–5 minutes or until desired output is reached. INGREDIENT AMOUNT PREPARATION TEMP COOK TIME INSTRUCTIONS GRIDDLE BASICS...
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BBQ Griddle Chart, continued INGREDIENT AMOUNT PREPARATION TEMP COOK TIME INSTRUCTIONS VEGETABLE Asparagus 1 lb Trim ends; 1 Tbsp oil on griddle 400°F 10–15 mins Flip 2 or 3 times during cooking Bell peppers 2 peppers Slice thinly; 1 Tbsp oil on griddle 400°F 6–9 mins Toss frequently...
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Do you have a question about the Foodi XL Pro IG601 and is the answer not in the manual?
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how do you cook with the top up ?
To cook with the hood up on the Ninja Foodi XL Pro IG601, use the grill grate or BBQ griddle for direct, edge-to-edge high heat. This method is best for delicate foods and gives even cooking and searing. Keep the hood up to harness direct heat without cyclonic air.
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