Ninja Foodi SMART DZ275 Series User manual

Please make sure to read the enclosed Ninja® Owner’s Guide prior to using your unit.
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Make more of your air-fried favorites without
the guesswork. Now with the Foodi®Smart
Thermometer and the Smart Cook system, you can
get the perfect doneness, from rare to well,
at the touch of a button. Pair it with the Smart Finish
setting to cook two foods, two ways and finish at
the same time. Or easily carry over settings with
Match Cook to double your cooking capacity.
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Perfectly done with
the Foodi®Smart
Thermometer
The leave-in Foodi Smart Thermometer continuously
monitors the internal temperature of food in two places
for more accurate cooking results.
Before getting started, use below guide to ensure the
Foodi® Smart Thermometer is inserted correctly. Be sure to insert
thermometer into the thickest part of your protein.
How to place the thermometer
DO NOT use the thermometer with frozen protein or for cuts of meat thinner than 1 inch.
FOOD TYPE PLACEMENT CORRECT INCORRECT
Steaks
Pork chops
Chicken breasts
Burgers
Tenderloins
Fish fillets
• Insert thermometer
horizontally into the center of
the thickest part of the meat.
• Make sure the tip of the
thermometer is inserted
straight into the center of
the meat, not angled toward
the bottom or top of it.
• Make sure the thermometer
is close to (but not
touching) the bone and
away from any fat or gristle.
NOTE: The thickest part of
the fillet may not be the
center. It is important that
the end of the thermometer
hits the thickest part so
desired results are achieved.
• Insert thermometer
horizontally into the thickest
part of the breast, parallel to,
but not touching, the bone.
• Make sure the top reaches the
center of the thickest part of
the breast and doesn’t go all
the way through the breast
into the cavity.
Whole chicken

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Single-basket cooking with
the Foodi®Smart Thermometer
The Integrated Foodi® Thermometer continues to monitor doneness throughout the
cooking process, unlike a traditional instant-read thermometer.
STEP 1
Setup
STEP 3
Function Selection
STEP 5
Start Cooking
STEP 6
Cooking Complete
STEP 4
Thermometer Selection
STEP 2
Insert Thermometer
• Remove the thermometer storage
compartment located on the left-hand side
of the unit.
• Remove Zone 1 basket (before plugging in the
thermometer).
• There is no preheat needed.
• Once you have made your selections,
press the start/pause button to begin
cooking.
• The screen will display the current
thermometer temperature as well as the
target temperature.
• When cooking is complete, unit will beep.
Transfer protein to a plate and allow to
rest for 5 minutes before serving. This is an
important step, as proteins continue to cook
and retain juices after being removed from
the source of heat.
• Plug thermometer into jack (located on the
left-hand side of the control panel).
• Select Zone 1 and then desired cooking
function (e.g. Air Fry)
• Use the PROBE button
to select either
Small or Large preset,
depending on
size of protein. Use the
arrows on the
left of the display to
select your desired
protein and arrows
on the right to set the
internal doneness.
• If using the Manual
button, use recommended
internal cook
temperatures on page 6.
• Insert thermometer in protein using the
guide on page 5 to ensure the thermometer
is placed correctly.
• Place protein in basket and insert into unit.
Ninja®Beef
Doneness Guide
Everyone's idea of doneness diers. This guide shows you what you
can expect from each of our preset beef doneness settings.
RARE WELLMEDIUM WELLMEDIUMMEDIUM RARE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
NOTE: Beef Doneness Guide is based on New York Strip Steak.
Using dierent cuts of steak and dierent sizes can alter the outcome.
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FOOD TYPE: SET DONENESS TO:
Fish Medium (130°F)
Medium Well (140°F)
Well Done (150°F)
Chicken/Turkey Well Done (165°F)
Pork Medium (130°F)
Medium Well (150°F)
Well Done (160°F)
Beef Rare (115°F)
Medium Rare (125°F)
Medium (130°F)
Medium Well (145°F)
Well Done (150°F)
NOTE: Cooking temperature will
automatically default based on function
selection. Temperature can be adjusted
based on preference or recipe instructions.
FOODI®SMARTTHERMOMETER

Cooking the same food in each zone? Set Zone 1 with thermometer and use
Match Cook to automatically match settings to Zone 2.
STEP 1
Set up Zone 1 with Thermometer
STEP 2
Program Zone 1
• Remove the thermometer storage
compartment located on the left-hand side
of the unit.
• Remove Zone 1 basket (before plugging in
the thermometer).
• Insert the thermometer in the protein
according to the guide on page 5.
• Place protein in basket and insert into unit.
• Plug thermometer into jack (located on the
left-hand side of the control panel).
• Select Zone 1 and the desired cook function
(e.g., Air Fry).
• Use the PROBE button to select Small Preset
or Large Preset, depending on the size of the
protein. Reference the preset cooking chart
below for guidance.
• If using the Manual button, use the
recommended internal cook temperatures
included on page 6.
• Use the arrows on the left of the display to
select your desired protein and arrows on the
right to set the internal doneness.
• Select MATCH COOK, then press the
START/PAUSE button to begin cooking.
Match Cook with the
Foodi®Smart Thermometer
Smart Finish with the
Foodi®Smart Thermometer
Using the thermometer to make complete meals? Want to cook mains and
sides using 2 dierent functions, temperatures, or cook times? Program each
zone and pair the Foodi® Smart Thermometer with Smart Finish Technology to
eliminate the guesswork and have both zones finish at the same time.
STEP 1
Set up Zone 1 with Thermometer
STEP 3
Program Zone 2
STEP 4
Start Cooking
STEP 2
Program Zone 1
• Remove the thermometer storage
compartment located on the left-hand side
of the unit.
• Remove zone 1 basket (before plugging in
the thermometer).
• Insert thermometer in protein using the
guide on page 5 to ensure the thermometer
is placed correctly.
• Place protein in basket and insert into unit.
• Select Zone 2.
• Select function (e.g., Air Fry).
• Set cook temperature and time.
• Select SMART FINISH.
• Press the START/PAUSE button to
begin cooking.
• Plug thermometer into the jack (located on
the left-hand side of the control panel).
• Select Zone 1 and the desired cook function
(e.g., Air Fry).
• Use the PROBE button to select either the
Small or Large preset, depending on the
size of the protein. Reference the preset
cooking chart on the following page for
guidance.
• Use the arrows on the left of the display to
select your desired protein and arrows on
the right to set the internal doneness.
NOTE: You can’t use the manual probe setting when
selecting Smart Finish.
NOTE: During the initial setup, the zone with
the shorter cook time will display HOLD. When
cooking begins, the display will always show the
probe and target temperature in Zone 1
and progress bars in Zone 2 during cook cycle.
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PROTEIN PRESET WEIGHT (per basket) EXAMPLES
Pork
Small 4 each (4-6 ounces each) Italian Sausages,
2 each (10-12 ounces each) Bone-In Pork Chops
Large 1 each (2 pounds) Pork Tenderloin
1 each (4-5 pounds) Pork Loin/Roast
Chicken Small 3-4 each, depending on size (8-12 ounces each) Boneless Chicken Breast 3-4 each, depending on size (6-10 ounces) Bone-In Chicken Thighs
Large 1 each (5 pounds) Whole Chicken
Beef Small 2-4 each, depending on size (6-12 ounces each) Steak
Large 1 each (3-4 pounds) Top Round
Fish Small 3-4 each, depending on size (4 ounces each) Salmon Fillets
Large 1 each (12-16 ounces each) Side of Salmon
Preset Cooking Chart
FOODI®SMARTTHERMOMETER
STEP 5
Cooking Complete
• When cooking is complete, unit will beep. Transfer protein to a plate and allow to rest for 5 minutes
before serving. This is an important step, as proteins continue to cook and retain juices after being
removed from the source of heat.
STEP 3
Cooking Complete
• When cooking is complete, unit will beep. Transfer protein to a plate and allow to rest for 5 minutes
before serving. This is an important step, as proteins continue to cook and retain juices after being
removed from the source of heat.

Using DualZone™Technology
(without the Foodi® Smart Thermometer)
DUALZONE™ TECHNOLOGY USING TWO ZONES10
NOTE: To ensure a synchronized cook time
completion, Press the START/PAUSE button.
Refer to page 6 for further instructions.
STEP 1: Program Zone 1
STEP 2: Set Time & Temperature
STEP 3: Program Zone 2
STEP 4: Begin Cooking
• Place food in baskets.
• The unit defaults to Zone 1.
• Select a cooking function (e.g., AIR FRY).
• Use the TEMP arrows to set the temperature.
• Use the TIME arrows to set the time.
• Select Zone 2 by pressing 2.
• Select a cooking function (e.g.,ROAST),
and repeat Step 2.
• Select SMART FINISH.
• Press the START/PAUSE button to begin
cooking.
• The zone with the shorter cook time will
display HOLD.
Cooking 2 foods using 2 dierent functions, temps, or cook times?
Program each zone and use SMART FINISH to have both zones finish at the same time.
Smart Finish
Using DualZone™Technology
(without the Foodi® Smart Thermometer)
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NOTE: To pause a zone or cancel time in a
zone, refer to page 6 for further instructions.
STEP 1: Program Zone 1
STEP 2: Set Time & Temperature
STEP 3: Begin Cooking
• Place food in baskets.
• The unit defaults to Zone 1.
• Select a cooking function (e.g., AIR FRY).
• Use the TEMP arrows to set the temperature.
• Use the TIME arrows to set the time.
• Press MATCH COOK.
• Press the START/PAUSE button to begin
cooking.
Cooking the same food in each zone?
Set Zone 1 and use MATCH COOK to automatically match settings to Zone 2.
Match Cook

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Want to shorten cook time, but don't need both zones to finish at the same time?
When Smart Finish or Match Cook are not selected, technology is integrated into the
design to automatically optimize the distribution of power when manually selecting two
zones with dierent cook times. This means the food in the zone with the longer cook time
may finish cooking before the set time ends. Check food frequently to avoid overcooking.
Using Two Zones
NOTE: For best results, start checking food for doneness before cook time ends. Stop
cooking at any time if the desired level of crispiness has been achieved, but make sure any
raw proteins have reached a food-safe temperature.
STEP 1: Program Zone 1
STEP 2: Set Time & Temperature
STEP 3: Program Zone 2
STEP 4: Begin Cooking
• Place food in baskets.
• The unit defaults to Zone 1.
• Select a cooking function (e.g., AIR FRY).
• Use the TEMP arrows to set the temperature.
• Use the TIME arrows to set the time.
• Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for Zone 2.
• Press the START/PAUSE button to begin
cooking.
• Check food frequently to avoid overcooking.
Using a Single Zone
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Only cooking one thing?
Fill a single zone and use it like a traditional air fryer.
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STEP 3: Begin Cooking
• Press the START/PAUSE button to begin
cooking.
STEP 1: Program Zone 1
STEP 2: Set Time & Temperature
• Place food in basket.
• The unit defaults to Zone 1.
• Select a cooking function (e.g., AIR FRY).
• Use the TEMP arrows to set the temperature.
• Use the TIME arrows to set the time.
NOTE: If you would like to cook in Zone 2 only,
first select Zone 2, then select a function.

14 PAUSING AND ENDING COOK TIMES
Pausing Time in a Single Zone (While Both Zones Are Running)
Ending the Cook Time in One Zone (While Using Both Zones)
Pausing and Ending Cook Times
NOTE: In SMART FINISH mode, we recommend pressing the START/PAUSE button
to pauseboth zones. Pausing only one zone will impact a synchronized finish time.
STEP 1: Pausing a Single Zone
STEP 2: Resume Cooking
• Select the zone you want to pause (e.g., Zone 1).
• Press the START/PAUSE button to pause cooking.
• To resume cooking, press the START/PAUSE button.
STEP 1: Select Zone
STEP 3: Resume Cooking
STEP 2: Adjust Time
• Select the zone you want to stop cooking in
(e.g., Zone 1).
• After 3 seconds, END will appear on
the display.
• Cooking will continue in the other zone.
• Press the down TIME arrow to bring time down
to 0.
READY TO
START COOKING?
FLIP TO FIND:
Irresistible Recipes 16
SMART FINISH Recipe Charts 34
Single Zone & DualZoneTM
Technology Cooking Charts 36
KEY
Learn how to make complete meals
that are done at the same time.
Foodi® Smart Thermometer
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ninjakitchen.com16 NINJA® FOODI® 2-BASKET AIR FRYER
CHICKENBACONRANCH
SANDWICHES
INGREDIENTS
4 uncooked boneless,
skinless chicken breasts
(6-8 ounces each)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 packet (1 ounce)
ranch seasoning
4 strips uncooked bacon,
cut in half
4 slices cheddar cheese
4 Kaiser rolls
DIRECTIONS
1 Evenly coat the chicken breasts on all sides
with canola oil and ranch reasoning. Place
thermometer into the center of the thickest part
of the largest chicken breast.
2 Install a crisper plate in both baskets. Place
the chicken breast with the thermometer and 1
additional breast in the Zone 1 basket. Feed the
thermometer cord through the cutout on the top
left of the drawer, then place the thermometer
into the jack on the bottom left of the display.
Place the remaining 2 chicken breasts in the
Zone 2 basket and insert into the unit.
3 Select Zone 1, select ROAST and set
temperature to 360°F. Select PRESET, SMALL,
then use the arrows on the left to select
CHICKEN. Select MATCHCOOK and select the
START/PAUSE button to begin cooking.
4 When internal temperature reaches 150°F
(after about 20 minutes of cooking), select
START/PAUSE to pause cooking. Place 2 half
slices of bacon on top of each chicken breast
followed by 2 half slices of cheese. Secure the
toppings by inserting a toothpick through the
center of the chicken breast. Reinsert baskets
and select START/PAUSE to continue cooking.
5 When cooking is complete, remove the
thermometer. Top sandwiches with desired
toppings.
PREP: 10 MINUTES | TOTAL COOK TIME: APPROX. 30 MINUTES
MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
PESTO & BALSAMIC PORK LOIN
WITHASPARAGUS
INGREDIENTS
1 jar (6 ounces) pesto
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons canola oil,
divided
1 pork loin (approx. 2 pounds)
Kosher salt, as desired
Ground black pepper, as desired
1 bunch (16 ounces) asparagus,
trimmed
DIRECTIONS
1 In a large bowl, prepare the marinade by
whisking together the pesto, balsamic vinegar,
and 1 tablespoon canola oil. Then place the
marinade and pork loin in a large resealable
plastic bag. Massage the outside of the bag
to work the marinade over all parts of the
pork, then place the bag in the refrigerator
for 1 to 6 hours. Remove marinated pork from
refrigerator 15 minutes cooking.
2 Install a crisper plate in both baskets. Place the
thermometer into the center of the thickest
part of the pork loin. Place the pork in the
Zone 1 basket. Feed the thermometer cord
through the cutout at the top left of the drawer,
then place the thermometer into the jack on
the bottom left of the display. Then insert the
basket into the unit.
3 In a separate large bowl, toss asparagus
with oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Transfer the asparagus in the Zone 2 basket,
then insert basket in unit.
4 Select Zone 1, select ROAST, set temperature
to 350°F, select PRESET, LARGE, then use
the arrows on the left to select PORK, and the
arrows on the left to select desired doneness.
5 Select Zone 2, select AIR FRY, set temperature
to 390°F, and set time to 15 minutes. Select
SMART FINISH. Press the START/PAUSE button
to begin cooking.
6 After about 20 minutes select START/PAUSE,
remove basket from unit, and shake asparagus.
Reinsert basket and select START/PAUSE to
continue cooking.
7 When cooking is complete, use tongs to
carefully remove the pork from the basket and
allow pork to rest on a cutting board for
5 minutes.
8 Use oven safe mitts to remove the thermometer
before slicing. Serve pork with asparagus.
PREP:10 MINUTES | TOTAL COOK TIME: APPROX. 35 MINUTES (DEPENDING ON
DESIRED DONENESS) | MAKES: 2 SERVINGS
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BONELESSBARBECUEPORK
CHOPS WITH SQUASH & GREEN
BEANMEDLEY
INGREDIENTS
1 package (12 ounces)
green beans, trimmed, cut in half
8 ounces pre-cut
butternut squash
1 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt, as desired
Ground black pepper, as desired
2 fresh boneless porkchops
(6-8 ounces each)
1/4cup premade barbecue sauce
DIRECTIONS
1 In a medium bowl, add the green beans,
butternut squash, olive oil, salt, and pepper and
toss until combined.
2 Install a crisper plate in both baskets. Place the
green bean mixture into the Zone 2 basket and
place the basket into the unit.
3 Place the thermometer into the center of
the thickest part of the largest pork chop.
Place the pork with the thermometer and the
remaining 3 pieces in the Zone 1 basket. Feed
the thermometer cord through the cutout
on the top left of the drawer, then place the
thermometer into the jack on the bottom left
of the display. Evenly coat each pork chop with
barbecue sauce. Insert basket in unit.
4 Select Zone 1, select AIRFRY, set temperature
to 375°F select PRESET, SMALL, then use the
arrows on the left to select PORK, and arrows
on the right to select desired doneness.
5 Select Zone 2, select AIR FRY, set temperature
to 400°F, and set time to 25 minutes. Select
SMART FINISH. Press the START/PAUSE button
to begin cooking. Continue to monitor Zone 2
and shake every 15 minutes during the cooking
process. Press the START/STOP button to
begin cooking.
6 When cooking is complete, use tongs to
carefully remove the pork chops from the
Zone 1 basket and allow to rest on a cutting
board for 5 minutes.
7 Use oven safe mitts to remove the
thermometer before slicing. Serve with green
bean mixture.
PREP: 10 MINUTES | TOTAL COOK TIME: APPROX. 40 MINUTES
MAKES: 2 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS
2 packages (16 ounce each)
extra firm tofu, divided
2/3cup cornstarch, divided
Nonstick cooking spray
1/2cup Bualo sauce
1/4cup ranch dipping sauce
DIRECTIONS
1 Wrap whole tofu in paper towels and press
for 30 minutes under a 5-pound weight.
During 30-minute press time, re-wrap tofu
with fresh paper towels every 10 minutes.
Then cut in 1/4-inch pieces.
2 In a medium bowl, toss half the cubed tofu
with 1/3cup cornstarch until tofu is evenly
coated. Then generously spray all sides of
the tofu with nonstick cooking spray.
3 Install a crisper plate in both baskets. Place
the prepared tofu in the Zone 1 basket, then
insert basket in unit.
4 Repeat step 1 with the remaining cubed tofu
and cornstarch. Place the prepared tofu in
the Zone 2 basket, then insert the basket in
the unit.
5 Select Zone 1, select AIR FRY, set
temperature to 390°F, and set time to
25 minutes. Select MATCH COOK to
match Zone 2 settings to Zone 1. Press the
START/PAUSE button to begin cooking.
6 When the timer reaches 15 minutes, select
START/PAUSE to pause cooking. Remove
each basket from the unit and shake.
Reinsert baskets and select START/PAUSE to
resume cooking.
7 When the timer reaches 5 minutes, select
START/PAUSE to pause cooking. Remove
each basket from the unit and shake.
Reinsert baskets and select START/PAUSE to
resume cooking.
8 When cooking is complete, transfer tofu to
large bowl and toss with Bualo sauce until
evenly coated.
9 Serve tofu with ranch dipping sauce.
BUFFALO TOFU WITH RANCH
DIPPINGSAUCE
PREP:10 MINUTES | TOTAL COOK TIME: 25 MINUTES
MAKES: 4 SERVINGS