Air Fryer Round Steak
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
17 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
316 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Round Steak
Description
This recipe starts with round eye steaks cut about 1 ½ inches thick. After trimming excess fat, the steaks are brushed with neutral oil to aid browning and seasoning adhesion, then coated with salt, pepper, and optional steak seasoning. The air fryer cooks the steaks at 400 degrees Fahrenheit, with timing adjusted based on thickness and desired doneness, ranging from 7 minutes for medium rare to 12 minutes for well done. Flipping halfway ensures an even crust and cook.
The air fryer’s circulating hot air crisps the steak exterior while locking in juices for a tender, flavorful result. Resting after cooking allows juices to redistribute, enhancing moistness. This method simplifies cooking steaks without stovetop or grill, producing a well-seared crust and controlled interior finish.
For optimal results, preheat the air fryer, dry the steak before seasoning, allow the steak to come to room temperature before cooking, and use a meat thermometer to check doneness. Ensure single layer placement in the air fryer basket for proper air circulation.
Allow the steak to rest 5 to 10 minutes before slicing to maintain juiciness. Times may vary by air fryer model and steak thickness, so monitor closely.
Ingredients
- 2-3 eye of round roast cut 1 ½ inches thick, cut into steaks
- neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- steak seasoning Use your favorite or none at all
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Trim any unwanted fat from each steak.
- Place a few tablespoons of oil in a small bowl. Brush both sides of the steak with the oil.
- Coat each side of the meat with salt and pepper and your favorite steak seasoning, if desired.
- Place each steak into your air fryer basket.
- Cook at 400 degrees for 7-12 minutes depending on your desired level of doneness. I cooked the photographed steaks for 7 minutes.
Notes
- Cut thick eye of round roast into 1 ½ inch steaks yourself to control thickness and cost.
- Preheat the air fryer at least 5 minutes before cooking for even cooking and nice crust.
- Pat steaks dry before seasoning to help spices adhere better.
- Let steaks sit at room temperature with seasoning for 30 to 60 minutes for even cooking and better flavor penetration.
- Brush steaks with a thin layer of oil before air frying to promote a crisp exterior.
- Arrange steaks single layer with space to allow proper air circulation.
- Flip steaks halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness as it varies by thickness and air fryer model.
- Rest steaks 5-10 minutes after cooking to let juices redistribute for juicier meat.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 316 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 316kcal | 16% |
| Protein | 51g | 102% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 142mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 796mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 45mg | 5% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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