Ninja Air Fryer Review – AF101, 4 quart
What to look for in a Ninja Air Fryer?
When you’re on the hunt for a new Ninja brand Air Fryer, there are a few things to keep in mind to make sure you choose one of the best air fryers available.
First and foremost, do your research and check out reviews of the ninja air fryer’s models. It’s always a good idea to see what others are saying, so you can get a sense of which air fryer is the “best buy” among the options available.
Next, think about the basket size. If you’re cooking for a big family or like to meal prep, you’ll want a bigger basket. But if you’re just cooking for yourself, a smaller one may be better.
Another important factor is dishwasher-safe, make sure to look for air fryer that has a non-stick basket that’s dishwasher-safe, so you don’t have to scrub it by hand.
Lastly, check out the control panel, you want one that’s easy to use and lets you set your own time and temperature.
By keeping these things in mind, you’ll be able to find a Ninja Air Fryer that’s perfect for you and your kitchen.
What Is the 3.8 liter /4 quart Ninja AF101 Air Fryer?
Looking for a kitchen appliance that can make your life easier? Look no further than the Ninja Air Fryer. It’s the perfect air fryer in the market and is quickly becoming a must-have in many kitchens. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at this fryer, including its features, capabilities, and what sets it apart from other air fryers on the market. We’ll also provide an unbiased review of the appliance and help you decide if it’s the right fit for your kitchen. So, whether you’re a seasoned chef or just starting out in the kitchen, the Ninja Air Fryer is a kitchen appliance you won’t want to miss
How Does the Ninja AF101 Air Fryer Work?
Just like many of the air fryers, the Ninja uses hot air to circulate around the food in its basket, creating a crisp, golden brown exterior while keeping the inside moist and tender. The cooking process is simple, efficient and you can use multiple cooking functions, such as reheat, dehydrate and broil, with the appropriate cooking time and temperature.
The Ninja Air Fryer also features a temperature range of 105°F to 400°F, allowing you to cook a wide variety of foods to perfection. The appliance comes with a ceramic-coated basket and crisper plate, which are non-stick, easy to clean and dishwasher safe. The crisper plate allows you to cook food in a similar way to a traditional fryer, but without the added oil or grease.
This appliance has a control panel with pre-programmed cooking functions and also allows you to set your own custom time and temperature to cook your food just the way you like it. With the Ninja AF101 Air Fryer, you can enjoy delicious, crispy, and healthy meals with ease.
Key Features and Accessory
Digital Display Control panel
It has four functions that airfry, roast, reheat, and dehydrates.
It comes with additional cooking functions.
It has separate controls for setting time and temperature manually. Take note you can change both of these setting while frying is in progress.
It has start/pause and power button.
Beeps when frying is done.
NO customizable and saveable presets.
It has no preset cooking programs. Just like you traditionally used to do with ovens or stoves.
NO preheat button.
Ninja says that you preheat the unit for 3 minutes before adding your ingredients to achieve the best results. Also set the temperature at roughly around 300 to 325 °F
No Turn Food Reminder
I would like to think that this means users need not worry about shaking or flipping their food every few minutes, saving them cooking time and effort. But let’s be honest, I think food when being cooked evenly does need to be flipped. I would really appreciate the flipping or shaking notice if the appliance does that.
Since this machine doesn’t have it, then we need recipe books for conventional air fryers that would guide us in a step-by-step process to get the best results.
Accessory and Basket Air Fryer
COOKBOOK INCLUDED
- It includes a recipe book with 20 recipes to try out.
Fryer Basket
- It has a 4 quart ceramic coated nonstick basket that can fit 2 pounds of french fries.
Basket Dimension (Diameter x Height):
The dimension is 8.25 inches in diameter and 4.5 inches deep.
Crisper Tray/ Rack
- The non-stick coated crisper tray is also included.
Accessories are sold separately
- The Accessories like pans (for baking cakes and pies) are sold separately.
Oven Specifications:
The Ninja Air Fryer AF101 is a sleek and contemporary design that is perfect for anyone looking to add a modern touch to their kitchen. The sleek black and stainless steel exterior gives the air fryer a sophisticated look,
Air inlet comes in from the top.
Air Exhaust goes out at the Back.
Oven Size: 8.5″ Diameter x 12.1″ Width x 11″ Height
- This device can not fit a 4lb whole chicken.
Weight: 10.58 lbs /4.8 Kg
Time Range: The time increments of the timer depend on the cook function selected.
Air Fry has 1-minute increments up to a maximum of 1 hour, while Roast has 1-minute increments for the first hour and 5-minute increments for the succeeding 3 hours. Dehydrate has 15-minute increments for up to 12 hours, and Reheat has 1-minute increments for up to 1 hour.
Energy electric consumption
- Power Supply: 110 V
- Rated Power: 1550W
- It has auto switch-off timer when cooking is done but no auto-pause when you remove the basket during cooking. Remember, the clock will still be ticking while the basket is taken away. To pause the unit, press the START/PAUSE button.
Temperature
- Temperature Range Degree: 24°F – 400 °F / -4°C –205°C
- PREHEATING: In some ovens, preheating is needed to warm up the oven before cooking the main dish. For this airfryer depending on the instructioons in the recipe booklet, you can manually preheat
Manufactured in China.
What can you cook?
The Ninja AF101 air fryer is a great appliance for cooking a variety of dishes, it can cook up to 4 quarts of food, so you can make a meal for the whole family. It’s perfect for getting that crispy, air fried texture without all the added oil or grease. We’ve tested it out ourselves and it’s super easy to use. Some examples of dishes you can make in the Ninja AF101 air fryer include:
- French fries, they come out crispy and delicious, just like when you deep fry them, but without all the oil.
- Breaded chicken, fish, or pork chops – the breading comes out crispy and the meat stays moist and juicy.
- Vegetables – roast, grill or stir-fry vegetables using the different cooking functions.
- Fried chicken, wings, drumettes etc.
- Frozen food – reheat pizza, chicken nuggets, mozzarella sticks, etc.
The Ninja AF101 air fryer comes with a frying basket and different cooking functions, such as the air fry setting, which is perfect for creating that crispy, fried texture without all the added oil. It also has a variety of other cooking functions that allow you to roast, grill, or stir-fry your food to perfection.
So there you have it, with Ninja AF101 air fryer you can cook a variety of dishes, from french fries to breaded chicken, and even vegetables, all with that crispy, air-fried texture we all love.
How do I clean the Ninja AF101 Air Fryer?
The Ninja AF101 Air Fryer is another perfect appliance for those who want to reduce their oil consumption. Many of the customer reviews show that there’s not much to complain about when it comes to cleaning this appliance. With presets and an air fry function, this air fryer is easy to use and clean. To clean, simply wipe it down with a damp cloth and you’re good to go. The air fryer also won’t take up much counter space compared to the oven.
Yes, like most famous air fryers in the market, this one is definitely dishwasher friendly.
Using The Ninja Air Fryer– Easy To Set Up?
Using the Ninja Air Fryer is quick and easy to set up; it takes approximately half the time of other air fryers. This air fryer is highly functional and efficient, as it cooks food quickly and evenly. The Ninja Air Fryer also has a wide range of options to choose from, so you can select the best setting for your dish. Additionally, the removable parts are easy to remove and clean, making it even more convenient. Overall, the Ninja Air Fryer is an excellent choice if you are looking for an air fryer that is straightforward and simple to use.
THINK TWICE BEFORE you buy the NINJA air fryer– What are the pros and cons?
Pros
Compact Size
Easy to use digital controls, and a convenient timer.
Easy Clean Up
Wide temperature range
Cons
Some reported that cooking sweet potato fries in this model, can cook it perfectly within 10 minutes but others have tested it and said that it wasn’t perfectly crisp.
A few people have reported that when they use this airfryer to cook chicken, it produces a lot of smoke. But this case is common when there are a lot of grease in it. I will write an article how to take care of that.
Strong Air Power…
If your food is flying around in the airfryer basket, it might be time to use toothpicks to lock it in place. People have complained about smores flying around in the basket, so that’s a good solution to try.
If the food needs melted cheese, try partially melting it in the microwave and then pop it back in the fryer. For lighter ingredients, use a stainless steel trivet.
Ninja AF101 Air Fryer Conclusion
The Ninja AF101 Air Fryer is an innovative kitchen appliance that can help you achieve delicious, crispy results with less oil and fat. Preheating the air fryer as Ninja recommends will help to ensure optimal performance, and with the bottom of the basket being solid ceramic-coated, it is able to provide an even cooking result. As an honest and unbiased review, I can say this Air Fryer is good for anyone looking for a great way to cook their favorite fried foods, like fries, without feeling the guilt.
13 responses to “Ninja Air Fryer Review – AF101, 4 quart”
WOW! so interesting. I just read your post and I appreciate your hard work. It was a pleasure to read your post. I always have a problem when I’m cooking. Our family is big and the basket size of my air fryer is so small, that I have to charge it several times, This issue drives me crazy. I think it is time to buy a new air fryer. I read all the details that you mentioned in your post. I t is worth trying it.
Well. If youre family is that Big. Then go for the Cosori Pro 2…. That one is big enough for your family needs for cooking
This review in the air fryer (AF101) was really good. I’ve heard this particular air fryer before and it works very well.
I don’t own one myself, but my folks happened to have the exact one.
So far, they love as it’s getting good results with the food that they cook.
When I went to visit them, they cooked french fries for me and it came out really good. So it’s a really nice alternative to having to bake them in the oven.
I can see you can cook a lot of things with an air fryer. Are there any other recipes you know of that would work with this air fryer?
Thank you for sharing this great article.
Hey Eric, you can see tons of recipes in YT or google. But be careful with their instructions. Sometimes they sort of make a mistake by putting the wrong info like for example you wanna cook chicken thighs. The YT tuts instructed to cook it at 180 F for 30 mins. The end result is a half fried chicken. The right temp and time usually for chicken is around 380 to 400 F and around 30 too an hour depending on the size.
As for the recipe again, soon I will make a section about it in the future since I just started blogging.Hope you get one soon for your own. It’s a good appliance to have.
I am looking to buy an air fryer that not only makes cooking my favorite meals convenient but also fits right into my family’s budget. I have no idea what brand and model is best suitable for me and it is for this reason that I landed on your site. Just like you, I believe that doing research on a product before buying it is a must to avoid disappointment and the hassle of having to exchange or return it.
What I like about the Ninja AF101 air fryer is its customized cooking time and temperature options. Every family has their own preference on how their food is cooked so it s best to have this feature on any kitchen appliance. And also, the cookbook is a plus ☺.
Although I would prefer an air fryer with a preheat button, I think it’s not really an issue since I can always set my timer manually to 3 minutes prior to cooking.
By the way, do you recommend cleaning it with soap and water after every cooking? Or it depends on how greasy it becomes? Can I wipe it with a damp cloth and then dry it with another clean towel instead of washing it completely?
Thanks for commenting on our review. As for your quesstion… Well, the level of grimme and bits and piecces of leftover fuddies will affect how you clean the air fryer baskets. Some hardcore mess would involve the use of baking soda and other solutions to make it easier to remove withoout damaging the non stick coating of the fryer. TBH, there is no such thing aa perfect non stick coating as the fryer goes through wear and tear over time.
Still, use your own judgement how you clean the basket and the tray…
Great article! Your review of the Ninja Air Fryer AF101 is very informative and helpful for anyone who is looking to purchase an air fryer. I appreciate how you not only highlight the features and benefits of the product but also provide tips on how to use it effectively. The fact that the Ninja Air Fryer AF101 can cook a wide variety of foods with little to no oil is definitely a big plus. The clear instructions and the simplicity of the design make it easy to use, even for beginners. Overall, your article provides a thorough analysis of the Ninja Air Fryer AF101 and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who is interested in purchasing an air fryer. Thanks for sharing your insights!
All the best,
Fred.
Thanks, Fred. I appreciate you checking out my reviews of some of my air fryers. Hope you find what you’re looking for.
We use a pressure cooker all the time for every thing from rice, to vegetables to pulled pork. I have not tried an air fryer yet. The Ninja Air Fryer, as you have presented it, seems simple to use with the preset functions. I am just not sure what to cook in an air fryer. I understand french fries and things like that. Can it cook steak or something like grilled vegetables? I am interested in trying new kitchen appliances. I think the thing to do is to take a look at the cook book and see what the Ninja Air Fryer can cook. Thanks for this introduction.
Jim
Hi. Pressure cooker is really good in making tough meat tender. So that would be ideal as long as it has water in it. If you wanna experiment and get out of your comfort zone, give it a shot and see how you can maximize an air fryer to your cooking style.
As an owner of a ninja air fryer, this review is good. I love ninja products
Well, air fryers are all the rage now and I was totally confused about which one to buy. Then, I found your review about this Ninja air fryer. Thank goodness! Not sure why I didn’t think about the Ninja brand because I have been using their Ninja Bullet for my smoothies for years! I had no idea that an air fryer could dehydrate as well and that sealed my decision. The bonus for me is the cookbook to get me started.
Does it come in any other sizes?
Cassi
Yes. It does come with other sizes as well as other shapes and functionality,. You can check out more of it in amazon.
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