Air Fryer Steak
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Additional Time
5 mins
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Total Time
18 mins
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Servings
2 steaks
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Calories
582 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Steak
Description
This recipe begins by removing steaks from the refrigerator about 30 minutes prior to cooking to bring them closer to room temperature for even cooking. The steaks are coated with olive oil and melted butter, then generously seasoned. Cooking in a preheated air fryer at 400°F for approximately 8-12 minutes, flipping once halfway, achieves a seared crust while maintaining desired doneness inside.
The steaks benefit from resting after cooking for at least 5 minutes to allow internal juices to redistribute, enhancing tenderness. The optional steak butter is made by mixing salted butter with minced garlic, fresh parsley, smoked paprika, or other herbs and can be placed on the hot steak just before serving to melt and add a rich, herbaceous flavor.
Steaks of at least 3/4 inch thickness are recommended for effective air frying. Cooking times vary by thickness and desired doneness; use a thermometer to check internal temperature. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer to allow proper air circulation for even cooking.
Ingredients
- 2 steaks 1" thick , ribeye, sirloin or striploin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter melted, salted
- steak seasoning to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter or garlic herb butter, optional, below, steak butter
Instructions
- Remove steaks from the fridge at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
- Rub the steaks with olive oil and melted butter. Generously season on each side.
- Add the steaks to the air fryer basket and cook 8-12 minutes (flipping after 4 minutes) or until steaks reach desired doneness.
- Remove steaks from the air fryer and transfer to a plate. Rest at least 5 minutes before serving.
- Top with additional butter if desired and serve.
Notes
- Bring steaks to room temperature by removing from the fridge at least 30 minutes before cooking for more even grilling.
- Use a meat thermometer to monitor doneness since air fryer models and steak thickness can vary.
- Maintain steak thickness of 3/4 inch or more for best results in the air fryer.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure proper air circulation and even cooking.
- Let the steak rest 5 minutes after cooking to redistribute juices and improve tenderness.
- Use steak butter made with salted butter, garlic, parsley, and smoked paprika to enhance flavor aroma and richness.
- Approximate cook times: Medium rare 8-9 min, Medium 9-11 min, Medium well 11-12 min at 400°F, flipping halfway.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2steaks
Amount Per Serving
Calories 582 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 582 | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Fat | 45g | 69% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Cholesterol | 153mg | 51% |
| Sodium | 168mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 606mg | 13% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 209IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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