Really enjoyed this throw-down!!! I started on a Weber Kettle and loved it, but haven't had one for many years. Since I got my Ninja Woodfire, and by watching you, I am LOVING every morsel that comes off this amazing grill!!! Keep 'em coming!!!
Hey there, CJ. Really love the videos. I got a Woodfire for my birthday back in April. I was skeptical at first, but have since done quite a few cooks, and following your recipes/guide...they have all turned out really well! I have had a Weber for years and it has always yielded good results for ribs, brisket, pork butt, etc., but to get damn near the same results in a fraction of the time and no worries about temp control! Wow....I am definitely a convert. Keep up the great work. Going to grab that ecookbook now!🙂
Did my first brisket on my ninja wood fire at my campground in British Columbia, Canada, it turned out amazing, thanks for the instructions on how to do this CJ!
@@CookingWithCJ still no smoke ring. But it was delicious. I used plum pellets and could definitely taste the smoke more. The brisket stalled at 204. I should have pulled it about 10 minutes sooner than I did. I was using the attached probe. It was still moist and tender. But the top got just a tad to dry.
I know this video is old but it just popped up. I seen there is a company cutting wood down to be used in pellet cookers. Would like to know if and how much of a difference it makes
Coming from England, we don't really have dry rubs readily available. Any chance you could make some content on home made ones tia. Your cooks are amazing 💯💪
Thank you!! I’ll see what I can do. The dry rubs I use are from companies that are my actual friends, so I like to help out their businesses. I’ll do some research on it and see what I can find out there for my friends across the pond. Cheers
I know you were looking to compare temp vs temp. Looking at this it appears when cooking on a wood fire cook temp is more concentrated so what happens if adjustments to lower temp at 250 to 225 add a third cup of smoke. It would extend time but you probably get a very similar product. thoughts? like video thank you
OMFG!!! Yes!!!!! Why haven't I heard of this product until now???!!! I got the Ninja Foodi Grill and basically I can cook sliders and maybe shrimp and that's all due to it's size. Can't wait to try the Ninja Woodfire!!! Your reviews of Ninja products are the BEST!!! I'm an East Coast married guy in DC, living in an apartment with a balcony, so Ninja Woodfire Grill would be perfect!!! Big hugs, handsome chef CJ!!! Best channel on UA-cam!!!
Hi CJ! Can I ask your opinion_ If I use the Ninja woodfire Grill without smoke, is is as good as the Ninja Grill and Griddle. Just to know what to buy. Smoke can be nice now and then.
Suggestion for a comparison CJ. I'd like to know if there's much of a difference in smoking a brisket in the Woodfire at different temps (225, 250, 275 maybe) and with different numbers of smokes (say one two and three). Have you made a comparison of the Woodfire with a side burner?
I love your comparisons. I also love all of the Ninja products, I have the Woodfire Grill, The Inside Grill, the Speedi Cooker and a couple of Frying pans. All of there products are great. We are replacing our cooktop and as usual the new cooktop isn't here yet so, the Ninja's have been life savers. Keeps all your videos coming, I love all of them. Stay save in the I.E. brother
I have to agree. With that fan its super heating the food.But it results with the outside cooking to fast while the inside is not getting chance to keep up. Meaning those fats on meats are not getting a chance to breakdown correctly. I dont have the ninja smoker grill (yet) but i have an Ninja air fryer. I noticed that issue with the outside overcooking and the inside not getting to temp.
@@DoritosResidue Since I wrote this I have bought one and made ribs at 250. I typically use the smoke setting for the first 2 hours, intermittently spraying with apple juice and then wrap it in foil for another hour
@@MtnNerd very good to know! What is the lowest temp can it be set at? I'd want it to cook a bit lower and slower than what I seen in every video and researched.
Great video, very informative. Wondering your opinion on this. In my mid fifties, and never had a backyard grill of any type, because I just recently got a house for the first time. Should I bypass the "charcoal grill" experience, and just go straight for a Woodfire ? I have no need to check off some life bucket list, of 'cooking with a charcoal grill', and just simply want to cook london broils, rib eyes, chuck steak, etc.. with more taste potential, than my ninja indoor air fryer does it. Don't need to feed my ego with skills, just want taste, with convenience.
It does not tell you. You have to remember on your own. When you chose the "Smoke" setting, you need to preload the pellets in the basket because the ignition process begins automatically.
So I grew cooking with my Pops on the Weber, and that's a ton of memories for me. Can't have that open flame on my porch here in NYC now, that's why I have the griddle. The Ninja would be perfect for me (I know I've said it before). But, these both look great! Outside of the lack of smoke ring, did you still get the smoke flavor you wanted on the Ninja? As far as a comparison, how about some spatchcock bbq chicken? But, I still want to see some smoked tequila margaritas on the Ninja!
Nah, I just sliced them up and packaged them up. My brother is a firefighter, so anytime I do big cooks like this, I send most of it with him to the fire house.
I have a 12 yr old royal blue Weber Performer Pro (w/table) and now I got the blue Ninja Woodfire grill (HSN). lol I have the Ninja on the Weber's table
I can’t believe something that was smoked 5 hours longer didn’t have a more intense taste. Ninja wood fire grill sounds like an easy choice. Especially for someone who is just starting. Most of the time, I’ll just be smoking a steak before I grill it.
Yummy Yum Brotha, Definitely Enjoying Mine. Need more Cooking space sooo might be getting another Ninja Wood Fire Grill to double my Cook. Thanks You for ALL Your TIPS, AWESOME INFO 👍🏾👍🏾👊🏽👊🏽👏🏽👏🏽💯💯💯💯
If you don’t have it already, get the Weber Summit Kamado! I’d love to hear your take on it. But, this was great to hear about the brisket. I’ve done wings and salmon so far and love the result. But a brisket? Can’t wait to do this in 4.5 hours😉
So put the wood fire in the truck take it anywhere with a power supply acceptable brisket in less than half the time with minimal effort I've got a 47 smokey Mountain and a Weber kettle but I am definitely having a smoke fire to my BBQ area❤
Here is my playlist with all my video recipes: ua-cam.com/play/PLG2BBcTBbyqPrs83Yg2pM59FOG3vZj9cp.html Here is a link to my ecookbook for the Woodfire: www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/12311
CJ love the content, keep it coming bro. I've been watching your videos and ended up buying a Woodfire grill and love your recipes for it. Amazing bro. I've been searching your content and don't think you have 1 on comparing the Woodfire grill and the Ninja foodi Pro grill. What are your thoughts on the 2 compared? Thanks bro and keep the recipes coming.
If your not a Pit Master and spending hard earned money a good cut of Briket is a treat then it looks like the Ninja is a no brainer, thanks CJ. BTW a 10 lb cut is enough for a family get together, thats 4kg for us Brits😂
Awesome videos my dude. I appreciate you experimenting with your Woodfire so I dont have to. I have learned a lot of tricks from you. Finally pulled the plug and picked up the TempSpike using your link. Thanks man!😄
Really enjoyed this throw-down!!! I started on a Weber Kettle and loved it, but haven't had one for many years. Since I got my Ninja Woodfire, and by watching you, I am LOVING every morsel that comes off this amazing grill!!! Keep 'em coming!!!
Too sweet! Thank you!!
Tak!
Thank you!!
Hey there, CJ. Really love the videos. I got a Woodfire for my birthday back in April. I was skeptical at first, but have since done quite a few cooks, and following your recipes/guide...they have all turned out really well! I have had a Weber for years and it has always yielded good results for ribs, brisket, pork butt, etc., but to get damn near the same results in a fraction of the time and no worries about temp control! Wow....I am definitely a convert. Keep up the great work. Going to grab that ecookbook now!🙂
Great to know you can fit a full brisket in the Woodfire! 👍😊
Just barley, but we made it work!
Did my first brisket on my ninja wood fire at my campground in British Columbia, Canada, it turned out amazing, thanks for the instructions on how to do this CJ!
Fantastic! Thank you!
Doing a brisket today using your method. But I am going to cold smoke it for an hour first before adding heat to the smoke cycle.
Cool. How did it turn out?
@@CookingWithCJ still no smoke ring. But it was delicious. I used plum pellets and could definitely taste the smoke more. The brisket stalled at 204. I should have pulled it about 10 minutes sooner than I did. I was using the attached probe. It was still moist and tender. But the top got just a tad to dry.
Like your reviews.Simple and to the point
Thank you!
how do you know when you have to add pellets?
You can open the hopper and see. But usually it runs out in 45 min or so.
Just got my Ninja XL two days ago! I’m going to break it In tomorrow! I’m beyond impressed with that beautiful smoking beast!!
Ty so much for the review
Thank you
I know this video is old but it just popped up. I seen there is a company cutting wood down to be used in pellet cookers. Would like to know if and how much of a difference it makes
I'd love to see throw down between different brand pallets on something quick like ribs for example
Good idea
Nice honest review good job
Thank you!!
Coming from England, we don't really have dry rubs readily available. Any chance you could make some content on home made ones tia. Your cooks are amazing 💯💪
Thank you!! I’ll see what I can do. The dry rubs I use are from companies that are my actual friends, so I like to help out their businesses. I’ll do some research on it and see what I can find out there for my friends across the pond. Cheers
Look up recipes for Texas Style dry rub
There is plenty on Amazon
I know you were looking to compare temp vs temp. Looking at this it appears when cooking on a wood fire cook temp is more concentrated so what happens if adjustments to lower temp at 250 to 225 add a third cup of smoke. It would extend time but you probably get a very similar product. thoughts? like video thank you
The brisket 😋🤤 looks really delicious have a great week brother happy mother's day to mrs CJ ❤
Thanks brother!
Ninja is everything i like about a BBQ. Quick, easy to use, no mess!! And everything tastes amazing on it. Great videos my man.
Thank you!!
OMFG!!! Yes!!!!! Why haven't I heard of this product until now???!!! I got the Ninja Foodi Grill and basically I can cook sliders and maybe shrimp and that's all due to it's size. Can't wait to try the Ninja Woodfire!!! Your reviews of Ninja products are the BEST!!! I'm an East Coast married guy in DC, living in an apartment with a balcony, so Ninja Woodfire Grill would be perfect!!! Big hugs, handsome chef CJ!!! Best channel on UA-cam!!!
Sir you have convinced me on the wood fire 🔥 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
Right on! 👊🏻👊🏻
How did you Re fire the smoker during the initial cook?
Can you use the thermometers that come with it, I don't see how they work because the lid doesn't close
The lid just closes on them. You don’t lose any heat or anything.
Hi CJ! Can I ask your opinion_ If I use the Ninja woodfire Grill without smoke, is is as good as the Ninja Grill and Griddle. Just to know what to buy. Smoke can be nice now and then.
Wondering the same.
If you don’t need the smoke, then get the grill and griddle. It’s my favorite ninja grill.
@@CookingWithCJ Hi! What I meant was if it is as good as the Grill and griddle when I dont use smoke? I want to be able to use smoke now and then
Any suggestions on a good table for the Ninja Grill
Not really. I got my work benches I used from Home Depot.
Suggestion for a comparison CJ. I'd like to know if there's much of a difference in smoking a brisket in the Woodfire at different temps (225, 250, 275 maybe) and with different numbers of smokes (say one two and three). Have you made a comparison of the Woodfire with a side burner?
Interesting, I’ll think on that and see what I can come up with. Thanks
Got my mid year bonus coming to me in june, I'm going to get tge ninja xl pro when it comes.
Awesome!!
Funny how sophisticated our grills get we always eventually compare them back to the Weber.
Definitely! Use mine all of the time.
Hard to beat a Weber kettle for anything but that Ninja gave a heck of a fight. Nice cook!
Thanks Troy! Cheers
Great video! I love my Ninja XL. Just got it for Christmas. What is the divider you are using in the Weber?
Thanks! It's called a Slow N Sear. There is a link to check it out in the video comments.
@@CookingWithCJ Awesome! Thanks CJ!
A great comparison. Both briskets look great. Cheers, CJ! 👍👍✌️
Thanks brother! Cheers!
Nice cook man ! Both looked really good! Can’t go wrong with the Ninja because so easy and fast !
Thanks bro! Appreciate it!
Man that's a big time saver!
Definitely!
Have you tried using charcoal pellets?
I haven’t yet. I plan on it, but the cooks I do, I want the wood smoke flavor.
I love that spritz mix CJ. Never seen that before!!
Thanks!
I love your comparisons. I also love all of the Ninja products, I have the Woodfire Grill, The Inside Grill, the Speedi Cooker and a couple of Frying pans. All of there products are great. We are replacing our cooktop and as usual the new cooktop isn't here yet so, the Ninja's have been life savers. Keeps all your videos coming, I love all of them. Stay save in the I.E. brother
Right on! Hey thanks have a good one.
weber lumin electric grill vs ninja woodfire grill would be very intresting
I’ll see if I can get my hands on one.
Most air fryer recipes tell you to decrease the temp by at least 25, so I'd like to see what happens grilling it at 250 or lower
I have to agree. With that fan its super heating the food.But it results with the outside cooking to fast while the inside is not getting chance to keep up. Meaning those fats on meats are not getting a chance to breakdown correctly. I dont have the ninja smoker grill (yet) but i have an Ninja air fryer. I noticed that issue with the outside overcooking and the inside not getting to temp.
@@DoritosResidue Since I wrote this I have bought one and made ribs at 250. I typically use the smoke setting for the first 2 hours, intermittently spraying with apple juice and then wrap it in foil for another hour
@@MtnNerd very good to know! What is the lowest temp can it be set at? I'd want it to cook a bit lower and slower than what I seen in every video and researched.
@@DoritosResidue Depends, the US one goes into the 100s but the UK one only goes to 250
Great video, very informative. Wondering your opinion on this. In my mid fifties, and never had a backyard grill of any type, because I just recently got a house for the first time. Should I bypass the "charcoal grill" experience, and just go straight for a Woodfire ?
I have no need to check off some life bucket list, of 'cooking with a charcoal grill', and just simply want to cook london broils, rib eyes, chuck steak, etc.. with more taste potential, than my ninja indoor air fryer does it. Don't need to feed my ego with skills, just want taste, with convenience.
Did you go for it? This was my first grill, and I love it. Can't beat the convenience.
Did the Ninja tell you when to add more pellets?
It does not tell you. You have to remember on your own. When you chose the "Smoke" setting, you need to preload the pellets in the basket because the ignition process begins automatically.
Did you empty the pellet holder on the WFG before the 2nd batch of pellets? Otherwise, great video. Thanks.
Thanks! Ya just knocked out the ashes. Used my heat proof glove.
Finally ordered the TempSpike using your link. Great Video!!
Thank you!!
I ordered the Ninja woodfire xl after seeing this and another video you posted.... sold me for sure... I have many Ninja products.
Ninja is like an addiction 😂
That Ninja Woodfire brisket was impressive, cool comparison and fun cook!
Thanks brother!
Would like to see u cook a fresh ham into a smoke ham and what type of smokers are capable of doing that
Thank you!!
Steak?
Just wanted to let you know since you've asked a number of times -- It's OK. It's alright too.
Ok
Both look so good.
Thank you!!
Just subscribe whats the ratios on the spray ingredients ??? think I'm sold !!
Thank you! 1/2 cup W-sauce the rest water
So I grew cooking with my Pops on the Weber, and that's a ton of memories for me. Can't have that open flame on my porch here in NYC now, that's why I have the griddle. The Ninja would be perfect for me (I know I've said it before). But, these both look great! Outside of the lack of smoke ring, did you still get the smoke flavor you wanted on the Ninja?
As far as a comparison, how about some spatchcock bbq chicken? But, I still want to see some smoked tequila margaritas on the Ninja!
Great smoke flavor with the Ninja. I like the chicken idea. And I’ll have to think on the smoked margs! Thanks bro!
Not sure why your content isn’t on my feed. Been looking for your videos to see your thoughts on this ninja wood fire I want one so bad!
Thanks for watching.
I know there wasn't much of a point on those but did you end up doing burnt ends on the ninja?
Nah, I just sliced them up and packaged them up. My brother is a firefighter, so anytime I do big cooks like this, I send most of it with him to the fire house.
Looking a little tipsy towards the end.....😅. Good stuff.
I have a 12 yr old royal blue Weber Performer Pro (w/table) and now I got the blue Ninja Woodfire grill (HSN). lol I have the Ninja on the Weber's table
Right on!
A CJ watch you do a brisket thank you for this incredible duo challenge. If possible can you do a smoked meatloaf. Gio from Naples. Thanks
For my boy😅
Good stuff CJ thanks for sharing !
Thanks Jimmy!
I’m actually impressed the ninja rocked a brisket that fast. Nice comparison bro! I’m not at all complaining about having brisket done in 4 hours!
Yessir! Thanks for watching brother. Cheers
Got that knife where my boy he loves it
Awesome!!
I can’t believe something that was smoked 5 hours longer didn’t have a more intense taste.
Ninja wood fire grill sounds like an easy choice. Especially for someone who is just starting. Most of the time, I’ll just be smoking a steak before I grill it.
Try a throw down with the weber lumin vs ninja woodfire
Hmmm need to get my hands on one.
CJ why don’t you use butcher paper with woodfire grill
Yummy Yum Brotha, Definitely Enjoying Mine. Need more Cooking space sooo might be getting another Ninja Wood Fire Grill to double my Cook. Thanks You for ALL Your TIPS, AWESOME INFO 👍🏾👍🏾👊🏽👊🏽👏🏽👏🏽💯💯💯💯
Thank you!!
I’m shocked that big boy fit in the Ninja. Both looked pretty darn good to me. Good video 🎉
Thanks brother! I was a bit shocked too. Figured I’d have to do some surgery.
If you don’t have it already, get the Weber Summit Kamado! I’d love to hear your take on it. But, this was great to hear about the brisket. I’ve done wings and salmon so far and love the result. But a brisket? Can’t wait to do this in 4.5 hours😉
I don’t have either one of those but I’ll see if I can get my hands on one or the other.
So put the wood fire in the truck take it anywhere with a power supply acceptable brisket in less than half the time with minimal effort I've got a 47 smokey Mountain and a Weber kettle but I am definitely having a smoke fire to my BBQ area❤
Right on.
I just purchased my Ninja last night can’t wait to try it this weekend, pork belly & ribs
Can you reply with the link to the recipe
Here is my playlist with all my video recipes:
ua-cam.com/play/PLG2BBcTBbyqPrs83Yg2pM59FOG3vZj9cp.html
Here is a link to my ecookbook for the Woodfire:
www.fatfreecartpro.com/i/12311
@@CookingWithCJ thank you I purchased the cookbook! Great content 👊🏽
@@rickymanning7364 👊🏻👊🏻
Good cook CJ.
Thanks brother!
CJ love the content, keep it coming bro. I've been watching your videos and ended up buying a Woodfire grill and love your recipes for it. Amazing bro. I've been searching your content and don't think you have 1 on comparing the Woodfire grill and the Ninja foodi Pro grill. What are your thoughts on the 2 compared? Thanks bro and keep the recipes coming.
Wood fire vs pit boss pellet
Did it against a Louisiana Grills pellet grill. Owned by the same company as pit boss.
ua-cam.com/video/nrWVvtfXRFA/v-deo.html
If your not a Pit Master and spending hard earned money a good cut of Briket is a treat then it looks like the Ninja is a no brainer, thanks CJ. BTW a 10 lb cut is enough for a family get together, thats 4kg for us Brits😂
Lol! I agree. Thanks!
Just. A woof from a brisket lover. woof
Nice!
Lord willing, im getting one soon
Awesome!
@@CookingWithCJi ended up getting the woodfire, got my 6lb brisket, rewatching this video seeming this is my first time ever doing brisket
Wouaw très intéressante cette vidéo ❤
Merci
worster shester sheester shister shoster shooster soss
Should have done a blind taste test.
Awesome videos my dude. I appreciate you experimenting with your Woodfire so I dont have to. I have learned a lot of tricks from you. Finally pulled the plug and picked up the TempSpike using your link. Thanks man!😄
The aluminum foil doesnt scratch the ninja or do you just have to be careful?
Nah haven’t had any issues.
CJ could you please try making some pizza on the woodfire grill.
Definitely on the list!
Do wings
And curious to smoke some bone in thighs and legs on the smoker
I’ll add it to the list.
Ninja woodfire pizza vs a woodfire pizza oven
Definitely going to happen!
Woodfire is not going to compete with a sick burner. Smoke ring will always be better
Who cares about the smoke ring? Has nothing to do with the flavor
Did you tried wood charcoal pellets/
Sorry, I should have said charcoal pellets on NINJA!
I have not yet, but I know people have and they like it.