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How to Clean Ninja Foodi

How to Clean Ninja Foodi

Your Ninja Foodi is an all-in-one appliance. It’s a grill; it’s a dehydrator; it’s a roaster, oven, and air fryer. But as you can imagine, such versatility comes at a price. Eventually, no matter how long you put it off, you will have to clean your Ninja Foodi.

However, as tempting as it may be, no part of your product should be placed into the dishwasher. It is advised that you wash all of your components by hand and perform regular maintenance after using them. Below, we will explain how you can clean the interior and exterior of your Ninja Foodi.

Cleaning Your Ninja Foodi’s Interior

There are multiple methods for cleaning your device, some of which suit some situations better than others.

The following instructions will provide basic instructions for how to clean your device. While this solution works for most situations, you may need to do a “deep clean” if you’re dealing with stuck-on grease, fat, and oil.

First, remove the cooking pot and place the various components inside, including the cooking basket and reversible rack. Then:

  1. Put the cooking pot and components under hot, running water.
  2. Allow the pot to fill up with water (you can let it soak for a while).
  3. Pour out the water and clean using a nylon brush or sponge.

You should avoid using a Brillo pad, as this will damage your cooking pot, leading to unsightly bends and scratches.

Cleaning Your Ninja Foodi’s Exterior

You will likely not have to clean the exterior of your Ninja Foodi very often. However, for sanitation purposes, you should periodically wipe it down. You can do this by:

  • Making sure that your device is unplugged
  • Dampening a microfiber rag or sponge with a non-abrasive solution
  • Wiping down the control panel, crisping rack, and lid

Cleaning Your Ninja Foodi’s Lid and Valve

Under your Ninja Foodi’s lid, there will be a rubber valve. It will look like a giant plastic ring. To clean this component, simply follow the instructions above.

You can clean your lid using a sponge and warm water. To clean the sealing valve, remove the ring gently and run it under hot water. Put it back into place once you have finished the job.

It is perfectly normal for your ring to become discolored over time or absorb the aromas of your food. This does not mean that your device is in danger of breaking or not working properly.

Using the Pressure Cooking Feature to Clean Your Ninja Foodi

Every time you use your Ninja Foodi, you should at least wipe down the interior and exterior with hot water and soap. However, every so often, you should do a “deep clean.” To do this, you will need 250ml of lemon juice and 250ml of hot water. Once you have mixed them together:

  1. Put the solution in your Ninja Foodi.
  2. Pressure cook it for ten minutes.
  3. Remove the lid and then replace it with the air fry lid.
  4. Leave it for five minutes.

Afterward, take a paper towel and wipe it clean. You may need to repeat this process a few times, depending on how dirty your appliance is.

Cleaning the Ninja Foodi’s Diffuser Stand

One of the direst parts of your appliance is probably the diffuser stand. This X-shaped component lies on the bottom of your basket and collects juices and oil over time. You should definitely clean this piece every time you use it.

Over time, if you don’t clean it between uses, the fats, oils, and juices could congeal into a blubbery, slippery substance. This would need intensive cleaning. You’re better off doing preventative maintenance than waiting until it becomes a problem. 

Final Tips for Cleaning the Ninja Foodi

You might use your Ninja Foodi more so than your oven. However, under no circumstances should you use oven cleaner. This is because oven cleaner can warp some plastics, and if you used these chemicals in your appliance, you could severely damage the product’s exterior.

Here are some solutions that you could instead use to clean your Ninja Foodi:

  • You could use dish soap with a nylon brush.
  • You can boil hot water and use that for hard-to-remove residue.
  • You could use one quart of hot water and four tablespoons of baking soda.
  • You could use a half cup of ammonia and a gallon of water to remove grease.

You should not use hydrogen peroxide, alcohol, or any other related chemicals to clean your Ninja Foodi. Again, these chemicals could do irreparable damage.

In Conclusion

Cleaning your Ninja Foodi is easy. Most of the residue will come off with warm water and dish soap. However, you can try alternative methods depending on your personal preferences. Again, your Ninja Foodi is not dishwasher-safe, so do not try this method.