Recently I gifted a Ninja Foodi to a family member and she agrees with me the Crisper Basket is no fun at all to clean. It was disappointing when I went searching for one for her that seemed to have disappeared from Amazon (thus never publishing this post until now) So imagine how pleased I was to find that the Farberware Mini Wok was an exact match and even a bit less expensive (how often does that happen).
Almost immediately it was no longer offered on Amazon, I originally bought this version, the Outset QD78 Non-Stick Mini Grill WokMini Works as Crisper Baskets and as a steam basket for “serial cooking” and MUCH easier to clean than the included crisper basket. Reason enough to become a favorite in my small kitchen.
So it was really pleasing when I stumbled across the Farberware Mini Wok offering recently and order TWO one for a gift and one to “back up” the one I had been using for several years. After a serious “stare and compare” session – they are identical. I know it looks like it would be too wide, but the loop handles hang nicely on the reversible rack (or sit on it if you prefer).
When I first wrote this product review, we had the 6.5 qt, now we have an 8 qt. This Farberware Mini Wok fits in either the 6.5 or 8 quart Ninja Foodi. This has become one of my favorite “Foodi” accessories. It sits nicely on the Reversible Rack – holds more than enough for two generous servings of “sides” (veggies, fries, frozen snacks like hush puppies etc.) It is easy to use a silicone utensil to toss the food without having to remove the hot basket. The only possible drawback is that it may not hold enough if you are cooking for more than 2-3 adults. 99% per of the time the Farberware Mini Wok is just right for our needs.
When this blog started a few years ago, I was using the Mini Wok 3-5 times a week in my 6.5qt that is still typical. The Mini-Wok is much easier to clean than the official crisper basket, and has been thru the Dishwasher many times without incident. Great for 6.5 or 8 qt, too tall for 5qt. I have also used it to hold small roasts & hams. it can, according to the description, be used on your outdoor grill
Bottom line is that although my original Mini Wok “is still good” except for a bit of rust around the handle rivets; I still use it at least 3-5 times a week usually tossing in the dishwasher after each use (but now when serial cooking) – not only did I buy one Farberware Mini Wok for a gift, but a “back up” for me. Your experience may vary, especially if you use it on an outdoor grill, so maybe “buy two”
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- Revised 15-Feb-2023
- Original draft prepared 26-Feb-2021.
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