I have been a Ninja fan for awhile now. I have a slow cooker and an air fryer and both have been excellent and I love the modern design and cooking technology.
I recently needed to move to an apartment and instead of having a deck, I now have a patio on the 21st floor. Gas grills are forbidden but I was told an electric grill is fine. With the summer now here I started looking for a solid electric grill. The advantage of a gas grill is the flame and that smoky flavor you get, plus the charring. I honestly thought that an outdoor electric grill would be vastly disappointing in comparison because you won't get the same flavors. I found two options, one being this Ninja Woodfire and the other a standard electric grill with no frills. The latter is around $120 cheaper. What brought me to the Ninja was my trust in the products but also the addition of the smoker and the ability to circulate wood pellet smoke around the food. This is a game changer for me.
Setting it up was as easy as removing it from the box and assembling the two side handles. That's it. It comes with instructions and recipes plus two bags of food grade wood pellets. I literally could not wait to try it out so marinaded some chicken and picked up some burgers, hot dogs, asparagus and corn on the cob.
I filled the side pellet compartment as instructed but that was a mistake! You do not need to fill it all the way up. I would say half is more than adequate. My patio was smoking like crazy and the smell was overwhelming. Maybe if you were to use this on a yard it would be fine but for an apartment patio, hell no. My apartment smelled of burning wood for a good few hours! Not sure my neighbors would be happy either. I now limit the wood pellets and smoker.
Everything has cooked brilliantly well. The chicken was moist and tender but flavorful, the burgers charred and smoky, the asparagus was fantastic! Much better than on a frying pan. The corn I decided to smoke and it was delightful. It really added depth to corn. I was worried about charring or lack thereof but it does a great job.
The only thing I do not like about this is the clean down. As the top has a fan, you can expect oil and grease to travel everywhere and it does. Luckily there is a oil tray at the back that can be removed and cleaned. The grill plate can be removed and had washed. You just need to wait a good while for it to cool down first. The rest just needs wiped down with a sponge or cloth. The upper inside of the lid is a mess and can't really be cleaned but I guess that's the same for all grills or barbecues and probably adds to the flavor over time. I also wish the power cable was a foot longer. It's pretty short but an extension cord will remedy that.
In all, I'm super happy with this purchase. It's not cheap but an excellent product if you are unable to have a gas grill at home.
Ninja OG701 7-in-1 Outdoor Electric Grill & Smoker - Grill, BBQ, Air Fry, Bake, Roast, Dehydrate & Broil - Uses Woodfire Pell
4.7 | 1,286 ratings
Price: 247.85
Last update: 07-17-2024
About this item
MASTER GRILL, BBQ SMOKER, & AIR FRYER: All in one with 100% real smoky flavor..Voltage: 120 volts
MASTER GRILL: Get all the performance of a full-size propane grill with the same char and searing.
FOOLPROOF BBQ SMOKER: Create authentic BBQ bark and flavor fast and easy with just 1/2 cup of pellets.
OUTDOOR AIR FRYER: Add smoky flavor to your air fried favorites and cook all your side dishes outdoors.
NINJA WOODFIRE TECHNOLOGY: Powered by electricity, flavored by real burning wood pellets. Create rich smoky flavor you can see and taste with any cook function.
EXCLUSIVE NINJA WOODFIRE PELLETS: Comes with 2 blends of 100% real hardwood Ninja Woodfire Pellets that pair great with anything you make. Used for flavor, not fuel, so you only need 1/2 cup.
WEATHER-RESISTANT: Cook and store outdoors year-round.
1760-WATT ELECTRIC POWER: No charcoal, propane, or flareups. Balcony & apartment friendly.
COOK FOR A CROWD: Grill 6 steaks or 30 hot dogs, air fry up to 3 lbs of wings, or BBQ smoke a 9-lb whole brisket.
WHAT'S INCLUDED: 141-sq-in. nonstick grill grate, crisper basket, pellet scoop, Ninja Woodfire Pellets Robust Blend and All-Purpose Blend Starter Packs, & Quick Start Guide with 15 recipes.
MASTER GRILL: Get all the performance of a full-size propane grill with the same char and searing.
FOOLPROOF BBQ SMOKER: Create authentic BBQ bark and flavor fast and easy with just 1/2 cup of pellets.
OUTDOOR AIR FRYER: Add smoky flavor to your air fried favorites and cook all your side dishes outdoors.
NINJA WOODFIRE TECHNOLOGY: Powered by electricity, flavored by real burning wood pellets. Create rich smoky flavor you can see and taste with any cook function.
EXCLUSIVE NINJA WOODFIRE PELLETS: Comes with 2 blends of 100% real hardwood Ninja Woodfire Pellets that pair great with anything you make. Used for flavor, not fuel, so you only need 1/2 cup.
WEATHER-RESISTANT: Cook and store outdoors year-round.
1760-WATT ELECTRIC POWER: No charcoal, propane, or flareups. Balcony & apartment friendly.
COOK FOR A CROWD: Grill 6 steaks or 30 hot dogs, air fry up to 3 lbs of wings, or BBQ smoke a 9-lb whole brisket.
WHAT'S INCLUDED: 141-sq-in. nonstick grill grate, crisper basket, pellet scoop, Ninja Woodfire Pellets Robust Blend and All-Purpose Blend Starter Packs, & Quick Start Guide with 15 recipes.
Product information
| Brand | Ninja |
|---|---|
| Model Name | Ninja OG701 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Color | Grey |
| Item Weight | 30.6 Pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 23.62"D x 18.58"W x 13.31"H |
| Inner Material | stainless steel |
| Fuel Type | Electric |
| Manufacturer | SharkNinja |
| UPC | 622356574792 |
| Item Weight | 30.6 pounds |
| ASIN | B0B88YBB2J |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | OG701 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars
1,286 ratings
4.7 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #473 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #1 in Outdoor Electric Grills |
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BryanFarme
Incredible Grill!
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2024
BryanFarme
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2024
I recently needed to move to an apartment and instead of having a deck, I now have a patio on the 21st floor. Gas grills are forbidden but I was told an electric grill is fine. With the summer now here I started looking for a solid electric grill. The advantage of a gas grill is the flame and that smoky flavor you get, plus the charring. I honestly thought that an outdoor electric grill would be vastly disappointing in comparison because you won't get the same flavors. I found two options, one being this Ninja Woodfire and the other a standard electric grill with no frills. The latter is around $120 cheaper. What brought me to the Ninja was my trust in the products but also the addition of the smoker and the ability to circulate wood pellet smoke around the food. This is a game changer for me.
Setting it up was as easy as removing it from the box and assembling the two side handles. That's it. It comes with instructions and recipes plus two bags of food grade wood pellets. I literally could not wait to try it out so marinaded some chicken and picked up some burgers, hot dogs, asparagus and corn on the cob.
I filled the side pellet compartment as instructed but that was a mistake! You do not need to fill it all the way up. I would say half is more than adequate. My patio was smoking like crazy and the smell was overwhelming. Maybe if you were to use this on a yard it would be fine but for an apartment patio, hell no. My apartment smelled of burning wood for a good few hours! Not sure my neighbors would be happy either. I now limit the wood pellets and smoker.
Everything has cooked brilliantly well. The chicken was moist and tender but flavorful, the burgers charred and smoky, the asparagus was fantastic! Much better than on a frying pan. The corn I decided to smoke and it was delightful. It really added depth to corn. I was worried about charring or lack thereof but it does a great job.
The only thing I do not like about this is the clean down. As the top has a fan, you can expect oil and grease to travel everywhere and it does. Luckily there is a oil tray at the back that can be removed and cleaned. The grill plate can be removed and had washed. You just need to wait a good while for it to cool down first. The rest just needs wiped down with a sponge or cloth. The upper inside of the lid is a mess and can't really be cleaned but I guess that's the same for all grills or barbecues and probably adds to the flavor over time. I also wish the power cable was a foot longer. It's pretty short but an extension cord will remedy that.
In all, I'm super happy with this purchase. It's not cheap but an excellent product if you are unable to have a gas grill at home.
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K
Great oven, grill and airfryer and more! Best gift for boyfriend
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2024squallseeker
Initial impressions
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2024Scoop
Easy to use, grills fantastic!
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2024Caleb J
Should have purchased sooner! Great first pellet grill
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2024
Caleb J
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2024
The included grill pan is great- very good sear marks and easy to clean. I am sure that the available griddle is great too.
You get a good smoke flavor from the pellets- even on short cooks like steak and burgers.
The controls are simple and intuitive-very easy to figure out and the display tells you heat level, when to add food, even when to flip. Of you are a beginner in grilling/smoking/or just new to wood pellets, this thing is a sure winner. Even includes a great cookbook.
TL/DR- this thing is awesome, don't hesitate to buy, hasn't let me down yet- another great Ninja cooking appliance.
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