I washed four medium-small sized baked potatoes, pierced them with a fork, popped them in the Speedi on the crisper tray in the upper position and set the Speedi on "air fry" for 30 minutes at 390°F.  They came out perfect.

If you use larger potatoes, you don't want the tray in the upper position:  they'll touch the burner and burn.  Instead, use the lower position for 45-60 minutes.

Source:  Ninja Speedi Perfect Salmon Served with Sweet Chilli Vegetables

Holey moley, I just tried this recipe, and it came out perfect the first time.

Ingredients

• One head of cauliflower
• A similar amount of brocolli
• One red bell pepper
• About a pound of salmon
• Sweet chili sauce

Method

1. Remove crisper tray from Speedi pot.
2. Chop cauliflower into flowerets. Put down a layer that covers the bottom of the pot.
3. Chop brocolli into flowerets.  Put down a layer that covers the cauliflower.
4. Chop bell pepper into strips about a quarter of an inch wide and 2-3 inches long.  Lay on the brocolli.
5. Cut the salmon into fillet strips of about 6oz.  Season with salt, black pepper and garlic.  Lay on the bell pepper strips.  This will protect the bell peppers from burning.
6. Set the Speedi to 15 minutes at 350°F on the "steam and bake" setting.  Note:  we are not adding water to the pot.
7. Check the salmon at seven minutes into baking.  It should read about 145° at the thickest part.  Stop cooking when we get there.
8. Toss the cooked vegggies with sweet chili sauce.

2023-07-09:  I used "Slap ya mama" seasoning plus garlic powder.

Notes:  Although the recipe worked perfectly, I found I didn't like the fishy taste on the vegetables eaten as left overs.  Henceforth, do the vegetables first and separately.

Photos

Layered vegetables

Salmon on top

Final dish with a side of left-0ver curried lentils.

Servings:  two cups of uncooked wheat berries yields about 5 cups of boiled wheat berries.

2023-07-07:  I put one cup of red wheat berries in the pot along with four cups of water, and set the Speedi to 10 minutes on the steam setting.  After ten minutes I tried them, and they were at an al dente tenderness that would probably be edible, but I added another three minutes for a bit more softness:  still a bit hard.  Added another 3 minutes: I think this is still a bit hard.  Took forever to chew through my morning bowl of boiled wheat berries.

Next time I should try 20 minutes to start with, one cup of wheat berries and 3 cups of water.  Once I finalize the timing for one cup, I should redo for two cups.

2023-07-08:  This time I'm trying one cup of wheat berries with three cups of water but at 20 minutes on the steam setting.  Still hardish.  Added 5.  Still hardish.  Added five.  Removed, strained, rinsed with cold water.  Next time I should try 30 minutes to begin with.

2023-07-10:  This time I'm trying two cups of wheat berries with six cups of water at 30 minutes on the steam setting.  They came out at a good al dente texture.  Made about just shy of 5 cups of boiled wheat berries.

2023-11-07:  Yup, 30 minutes is spot on.

2023-07-03:  I tossed 12 0z of frozen Brussels sprounts in Italian dressing and popped them into the Speedi using the "steam and crisp" function for 5 minutes at 450°F using 1/2 cup of water.  When I checked them they were not yet crisping, so I added 5 minutes on bake at 450°.  They came out fine.

Next time I think I'll try 3/4 cup of water and 9 minutes at the same temp in the "steam and crisp" mode.

Original source:  video | written

Commentary

This is my first attempt at adapting an oatmeal bake recipe for the Ninja Speedi.  I am using a CasaWare 7-Inch Toaster Oven Ultimate Series Commercial Weight Ceramic Non-Stick Coating Square Pan (link).  I was a bit worried that it might not leave enough steaming/baking space at the sides, but that turned out to be a non-issue.

Ingredients

• 2 cups of water for steaming
• 1.5 cups (120 g) old fashioned oats
• 1.5 scoops (45 g) vanilla protein powder
• 1/2 tsp (2 g) baking powder
• 2 tbsp (10 g) cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp (21 g) maple syrup
• 1.5 tsp (7 g) butter
• 1 whole egg
• 1 cup (240 g) milk
• 1/2 cup (113 g) unsweetened apple sauce
• 2 tbsp (56 g) mini chocolate chips

Method

1. In a large bowl, mix together the oats, protein powder, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
2. Add in the egg, milk, syrup, melted butter, apple sauce, and 1 tbsp of chocolate chips.
3. Spray a 7x7 baking pan with neutral oil and add the oat mixture.
4. Top with 1 tbsp of chocolate chips.
5. Add water to the pot.  Place the crisper tray in the lower position.  Place the pan on the crisper tray.
6. Set the Ninja Speedi for 10 minutes at 315°F on the "steam and bake" setting.  It will steam for about 20 minutes before baking.  Press start.
7. This recipe makes 4 servings. Cut the oatmeal into 4 equal pieces.

Experiments

2023-07-02:  I basically cut off the baking at 11:30 out of 17 minutes, which left the top a bit dryer than I like.  Next time I should try just 10 minutes of baking,

2023-07-07:  Tried 10 minutes at 315°F on the "steam and bake" setting.   That was perfect:  cooked all the way through and still moist, and the top was not dried out.

I'm starting to experiment with salmon, which I'm not sure I have ever cooked before, and I want to do it in my air fryer.  I purchased a 6 oz portion of fiery orange jalapeño salmon at Sprouts.  First I tried it using the broil function for five minutes with the crisper raised high.  Not nearly sufficiently cooked, so I added five minutes of baking at 300°F.  Oddly enough, that came out perfectly.

It might be more sensible, though, to do a simple bake function for a longer period of time.

Adapted from:  video | written

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 2-3 ripe bananas, sliced
• 1 2/3 cup milk
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 375F/190C and grease an 8x8 pan with cooking spray or coconut oil. Place the sliced banana coins in a single layer on the bottom of the pan until the entire pan is covered. Set aside.
2. Add the milk, maple syrup and vanilla to the egg and whisk to combine.
3. Lastly add in the dry ingredients, from the rolled oats to half of the chopped pecans, and stir until combined.
4. Pour the batter into your banana lined baking pan and use a spoon to level out the top. Sprinkle the remaining pecans over the batter and gently press them down into the oatmeal.
5. Bake the oatmeal for 35-40 minutes or until set.
6. Cut into pieces and serve with more maple syrup, chopped pecans and fresh fruit!

2023-05-01:  Just put my first attempt in the toaster oven which I've never used for baking before, so I'm curious how it will turn out.  I almost think it puts out more heat than my regular oven.  If this works, then next time I'll try the air fryer; it's much better insulated.

This recipe worries me.  The amount of cinnamon seems excessive.  The salt seems unnecessary, considering the other oatmeal bakes I've made.  And why put so much banana in if it is not mentioned in the title?  I'm thinking unsweetened applesauce might make more sense.  And I'm using a 7x9 baking pan instead of an 8x8, which should be essentially no different.  I've also set the timer on the range since the mechanical timer on the toaster oven is less precise.

2023-05-02:  Just tried one.  This was the first time I have baked in the toaster oven.  Came out perfect.  The recipe calls them "maple pecan," but the maple is not particularly noticeable, whereas the bananas of the bottom layer are, so I've retitled them.  I have to say that I have been really fortunate with these baked oatmeal recipes.  The amount of cinnamon was also perfect.

Nutrition

Source:  video | written

Ingredients

• 3 cups (240 g) old fashioned oats
• 3 scoops (90 g) vanilla protein powder i use whey
• 1 tsp (4 g) baking powder
• 1/4 cup (20 g) cocoa powder
• 2 tbsp (42 g) maple syrup
• 1 tbsp (14 g) butter
• 10 tbsp (150 g) liquid egg whites or 2 whole eggs
• 2 cups (480 g) milk
• 1 cup (226 g) unsweetened apple sauce
• 4 tbsp (56 g) mini chocolate chips
• 1 tsp (5 g) milk

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together the oats, protein powder, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
3. Add in the egg whites, milk, syrup, 1 tbsp of melted butter, apple sauce, and 2 tbsp of chocolate chips.
4. Spray a 13″x9″ pan with oil and add the oat mixture.
5. Top with 1 tbsp of chocolate chips.
6. Bake for 35-40 minutes.
7. Melt the last tbsp of chocolate chips in the microwave with 1 tsp of milk.
8. Place the melted chocolate into a piping bag and drizzle over the top.
9. This recipe makes 6 servings. Cut the oatmeal into 6 equal pieces.

2023-04-30:  Like all the other oatmeal bakes I've tried so far, this is really good.  This time I didn't add the drizzle on top since I was taking slices to Julie and I didn't want the drizzle to smear in the ziplock bags.

Source:  Ninja Speedi Quick Start Guide & Recipe Book

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup water, for steaming
• Nonstick cooking spray
• 1 package (16 ounces) extra-firm tofu,
• drained, patted dry, cut in 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/2 cup Buffalo sauce

Method

1. Pour 1/2 cup water into the pot. Push in the legs of the Crisper Tray, then place the tray in the bottom position in the pot. Spray the tray with cooking spray.
2. In a medium bowl, add the tofu and cornstarch and gently toss until evenly coated. Then evenly spray the tofu with cooking spray. Transfer the tofu to the tray.
3. Close the lid and flip the SmartSwitch™ to Rapid Cooker. Select STEAM & CRISP, set temperature to 390°F, and set time to 15 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin cooking; the unit will steam for approx. 3 to 4 minutes before crisping.
4. When cooking is complete, ensure tofu is crispy. If necessary, add more time to unit for crispier tofu. Transfer tofu bites to a medium bowl and toss with Buffalo sauce. Serve hot with blue cheese and vegetable stiks as desired.

Notes:  I was impressed with the crispy results.  I'm really not all that fond of tofu, but this works okay.  I'm half tempted to try a cinnamon sugar version.

2023-04-27:  Today I tried this new toy.  50 ml of water on each side, poke egg yolks with a knife, microwave for 60 seconds, let rest for 60 seconds and remove eggs.

That worked pretty well, though the eggs were a bit harder than the ideal poach.  Next time I'll try 50 seconds in the microwave.

2023-04-28:  Today i tried 50 ml of water on each side, poke egg yolks with a knife, microwave for 50 seconds, let rest for 60 seconds and remove eggs.  This worked well, maybe slightly runnier than I liked.  Next time I'll try 55 seconds.