Air Fryer Corned Beef Recipes
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
55 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
10
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Calories
714 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Corned Beef Recipes
Description
The recipe uses a 4-5 pound corned beef brisket rinsed and patted dry before a mustard and vinegar-based paste is spread over it. Brown sugar and garlic powder add sweetness and aroma, balanced by the tang of vinegar. The seasoned brisket is sprinkled with pickling spices and optional mustard seed, caraway, thyme, and black peppercorns for a depth of flavor.
Cooking in an air fryer at 350°F involves an initial 40-minute cook, followed by basting to prevent drying, then a second 15-minute cook to finish. This method creates a browned, slightly crispy exterior while keeping the meat juicy and tender. A final check with a thermometer ensures proper doneness.
Slicing the brisket across the grain maximizes tenderness. The use of foil to line—but not cover—the air fryer basket helps create a crust without trapping moisture excessively. This method suits air fryers with large baskets; round baskets might limit brisket size.
Do not preheat the air fryer with foil inside, and baste the meat after the initial cook to maintain moisture. The recipe yields a flavorful corned beef suitable for slicing and serving in various ways.
Ingredients
- 4-5 pound corned beef brisket see note
- 1/3 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon vinegar white vinegar, or apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 pickling seasoning usually included with meat, packet
Optional extra spices for the top
- 1 tablespoon mustard seed
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 8 black peppercorns
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F.
- While it preheats, combine the mustard, vinegar, brown sugar, and garlic powder.
- If you are using extra spices on top of the brisket, combine the mustard seeds, caraway seeds, thyme, and peppercorns in a bowl.
- Open the brisket package and remove the seasoning packet. Pour it in a bowl with the extra spices if using them.
- Once the air fryer is preheated, line the basket with aluminum foil. Take the brisket out of its package and rinse it with cold water. Pat it dry, and put it in the basket.
- Smear the mustard mixture over the top of the brisket. Sprinkle the spices from the bowl or seasoning package on top.
- Air fry at 350 degrees F for 40 minutes. Pull out the basket and spoon some of the juices at the bottom on top of the brisket. If there aren't enough juices, sprinkle it with 1 tablespoon of water.
- Air fry at 350 degrees F for another 15 minutes. When it is done, use an instant-read thermometer to verify that the internal temperature of the meat has reached 145 degrees F. If not, air fry it for another 5-10 minutes until done.
- Use the aluminum foil to lift the air fryer corned beef out of the air fryer basket and put it on a serving dish. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Use a 5.8-quart air fryer with a square basket to fit a 5-pound brisket; smaller or round baskets may only fit smaller briskets.
- Do not preheat the air fryer with foil inside the basket.
- Line the basket with foil but do not cover the brisket to allow bark formation.
- Baste the brisket with cooking juices after the initial 40 minutes to keep it moist.
- Slice across the grain for maximum tenderness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 714 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 714kcal | 36% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 70g | 140% |
| Fat | 44g | 68% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21g | 124% |
| Cholesterol | 251mg | 84% |
| Sodium | 371mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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