We are back with another second-generation Ninja appliance – the Ninja EG201 Foodi 6-in-1 Indoor Grill & Air Fryer. It is the latest Ninja indoor grill model, and just like its predecessors, it comes with amazing features.
But the most unique thing about this indoor grill is its compact size. This nifty thing sits perfectly on your countertop without taking up the whole space. Hence, you have more room for other tools and appliances.
Plus, it is highly versatile too. Like its other variants, Ninja EG201 comes with six different cooking functions. This means it can replace several small kitchen appliances, like an air fryer, grill pan, dehydrator, and even a convection oven.
Here’s more, unlike its recent sibling Ninja DG551 indoor grill, Ninja EG201 comes with an intuitive touch screen control panel. Which makes the appliance more sleek and contemporary.
However, as the Ninja DG551 indoor grill, you won’t get any smart cook system or integrated thermometer with Ninja EG201. Instead, it comes with 4 different GrillControl settings: Low, Medium, High, and Max.
But this is not a downside at all, as compared to other Ninja indoor grills, it’s the cheapest one. Yes, Ninja EG201 has an affordable price tag so you don’t have to break the bank to buy it.
But this is only the beginning, if you wish to know more, let’s move along with this Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill review and find out if it’s really worth your money or not.
Pros of Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill
- Compact indoor grill
- Affordable price
- Offers smokeless grilling experience
- 6 versatile cooking functions
- Handy touch screen control panel
- Wide temperature range up to 500°F
- Cyclonic grilling technology
- Cooks 4 grills in one go
- Offers GrillControl settings
- Nonstick coated accessories
- Dishwasher-safe removable parts
- Auto-pause technology
- 1-year limited warranty
Cons of Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill
It is able to cook 4 steaks in one go. You can not cook more than that at once.
It does not come with an integrated thermometer
Design of Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill
Ninja EG201 indoor grill features a modern design with nice black and silver accents. The overall build quality looks robust and gives you that premium feel.
It also features a compact design measuring 14.19 W x 17.16 D x 11.02 H inches. This ensures it won’t take up too much space on the countertop. But don’t worry, even with its compact size, it can cook 4 steaks or 2 lb of fried food simultaneously. And this should be perfect for a family of 4.
However, the best design feature of this unit is its sleek touch screen control panel. The interface is highly intuitive so you can operate it smoothly.
The control panel houses, different settings like the six cooking functions, time and temp settings, and grill control settings. There’s also a digital display to show the selected time and temp settings. Plus, Ninja EG201’s display will also show you when to add food or remove them with an audible sound.
The heating system of Ninja EG201 resides on top of the hood. But the heating element is covered with a removable splatter shield. Therefore no food residue touches the heating element, and you get a smokeless cooking experience.
Overall, the outlook of the Ninja EG201 indoor grill will impress anyone, and you will get the “nice choice appreciation” from your guests.
Is Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill Easy to Use?
Every appliance has a learning curve. But the curve is super small with Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill. Only a couple of cooking runs with this unit, and you will become a pro at it. Indeed, it is so easy to use, that even a beginner can cook delicious meals with it.
All you need to do is, preheat the appliance, place your prepped food ingredients in the required basket, cooking pot, or grill grate, select the required cooking function, and relax.
When the food is done, the appliance will give an audible sound and you will end up having a wonderful meal.
After you are done enjoying your meal and when it’s time to clean the accessories, don’t worry at all, as the accessories are dishwasher safe.
Plus the accessories are nonstick coated, so there will be less food residue to clean.
Altogether, Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill can make your cooking journey pretty effortless and you will end up with mouthwatering delicious meals every day.
What Can You Make with Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill?
Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill comes with 6 different cooking functions. So you have the option to try countless recipes with this sleek appliance. So let’s see what can you cook with Ninja EG201.
Grill
Using this grill function you can make tender and juicy meals without breaking a sweat. Some common recipes to try with this function are, steaks, kebabs, burgers, Breakfast items like sausages, lamb chops, and the list can go on.
As Ninja EG201 uses 500°F cyclonic air technology to grill food items, you always get that restaurant-style grilled food items with perfect char grilled marks.
Air Crisp
If you are a fan of air-fried snacks, this air fry function will come in handy. You can make 2 lbs of air-fried food with up to 75% less fat than traditional deep frying methods. And the best thing is you can try all the air-frier recipes out there with this air-crisp function.
Roast
You may think, it’s a compact grill so it won’t be good for roasting. But that’s not the case at all. The thing is it’s a hooded grill and it can fit in a mid-size chicken or turkey. Plus, Ninja EG201 can achieve a very high temperature (up to 500°F) making it perfect for roasting meat, fish, or veggies.
Bake
As we mentioned earlier, Ninja EG201 uses 500°F cyclonic air technology and when selecting the bake function, the temperature and cyclonic technology combine to create a convection environment. And you get perfect baked goods with delicious aroma and texture.
Broil
You can use the broil function to cook something in high heat. You may use it to melt cheese on top of a pizza or pasta. Or you can use it to caramelize roasted chicken.
Dehydrate
Do you love dried snacks like dried fruits or chips? Good news for you. Now you can ditch your dehydrator and enjoy light snacks using Ninja EG201’s dehydrate function.
Accessories of Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill
Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill is a multi-functional appliance. Although it is best known for indoor grilling, it is also best for other cooking functions too such as air frying or roasting.
And thanks to this impressive indoor grill you get all the necessary accessories for all the cooking tasks. Let’s see some details about these wonderful accessories.
Grill Grate
This 10″ x 10″ grill grate is perfect for grilling indoors. The grill grate fits 4 steaks at one go and delivers fantastic char-grill marks on your food. However, you won’t get the traditional stripe char grilled marks from this grill grate as it has a spiral design.
Crisper Basket
This handy tool makes your air-fried goods an absolute delight. You get the crispiest finish when air frying with this tool. And you can air fry up to 2 lb of food in it.
Cooking Pot
If you enjoy sauteed veggies as a side dish, this toll will come in handy. Plus, it also works as a base when you use the grill grate or crisper basket.
Cleaning Brush
The included cleaning brush makes cleaning the grill grate super easy.
Splatter Shield
It protects the heating element from food splattering, hence preventing smoke.
15 Recipe Booklet
This recipe guide provided by Ninja chefs gets you started cooking right away.
How to Clean Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill Properly?
All the removable accessories of Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill are dishwasher safe. So you can simply load them into the dishwasher and be done with it.
However, some accessories like the cooking pot, crisper basket, and grill grate are nonstick coated. Therefore, we recommend cleaning them manually. This way the nonstick coating will keep intact for a long time.
Manual cleaning is also super easy too. Simply soak the used accessories in warm soapy water for 20 to 30 minutes. If there’s less food residue you can skip this step.
Then, take a soft soapy sponge and wash them thoroughly and rinse under running water. You can use the included cleaning brush for the grill grate too. But do not use any abrasive brush otherwise the nonstick coating may chip off easily.
You can also dry out the accessories, by wiping them with a dry dishtowel.
For the interior and exterior of the indoor grill, simply wipe clean it with a damp towel and you are good to go.
Note that, before starting the cleaning process, make sure the appliance is unplugged and the accessories are cooled down completely.
What Makes Ninja EG201 Different From Other Ninja Indoor Grills
No doubt, Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill is a fantastic appliance from the popular Ninja brand. But the things that make it stand out from its other variants are its compact size and affordable price.
And this makes Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill a worthy champion for people who live in small apartments, RVs, or varsity dorms. And not everyone wants a hefty kitchen tool, even if they have a large kitchen space.
So if you are one of those people who want to save as much kitchen space as you can, Ninja EG201 compact grill can be your best option.
However, Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill does not include a smart cook system and integrated thermometer to achieve the precise doneness level.
You can get these handy features from the latest Ninja DG551 and the previous flagship Ninja IG651 models. So if you want ultimate convenience, these two models serve you best.
Is Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill Worth Buying?
All things considered. we can say, yes Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill is definitely worth your money if you’re looking for an affordable, compact, and efficient indoor grill.
However, if you want a guided cooking experience with ultimate convenience, you may want to check out the Ninja DG551 Indoor Grill for better value for your money.
Specification Of Ninja EG201 Indoor Grill
Type: Ninja Indoor Grill, Ninja Multi-Functional Grill
Brand: Ninja
Model: EG201
Wattage: 1760 Watts
Control Method: Touch screen
Cooking Functions: 6 in 1 ( Grill, Air Crisp, Roast, Bake, Broil, and Dehydrate)
Material:
Base – Durable plastic and stainless steel,
Grill grate & Cooking Pot– Nonstick coated metal
Dishwasher safe: Yes
Colors: black/silver
Included Accessories:
- Grill Grate
- Cooking Pot
- Crisper Basket
- Cleaning Brush
- Splatter Shield
- 15 Recipe Booklet
Dimensions (in.): 14.19 W x 17.16 D x 11.02 H
Cord length (ft.): 2.83
Warranty: 1-Year Limited Warranty
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