This air fryer steak raises the game a notch or two yielding perfectly brown crusted steak with a tender, juicy interior every time – plus, it’s done in less than 25 minutes from start to finish.
Why this recipe works
Who said grilled steak was the only way you could cook up a juicy slab of beef? While grilling out is a great option when the weather is optimal, making air fryer steak is the way to go when the weather isn’t so cooperative, or well, you just don’t have a grill to do so. Let the air fryer do all the work for you with minimal clean-up and hands-off cooking.
Ingredients you will need
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Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions
BEEF – We are using 1 1/2 pounds of boneless beef ribeye steak for this recipe that are at least 1 inch thick. Different cuts of beef will require different cook times, but you can certainly use this recipe as a base for other steaks such as New York strip. Our instructions will result in medium doneness. Reduce or increase the amount of time based on your preference.
SEASONING – Montreal steak seasoning is a staple for us along with a little bit of garlic salt, which is optional. You can use your favorite seasoning mix or even opt for our ribeye steak marinade instead.
How to Make Air Fryer Steak
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- Preheat air fryer to 400 F.
- Season to taste both sides of the steak with Montreal steak seasoning and garlic salt.
- Spray both sides of steak lightly with cooking spray.
- Place steaks in the air fryer basket and cook at 400 F for 7 minutes.
- Turn steaks over and cook an additional 7 minutes.
- Remove to a cutting board and tent with foil. Allow to rest for 5 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips
Adjust the cook time in the air fryer to 12 minutes, this should yield medium-rare results. Medium-rare should register at 135F on an instant-read thermometer. For medium, aim for 145F.
Store leftover air fryer steak in an air-tight container or tightly wrapped with aluminum foil. Keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat using the reheat function on the air fryer just until warmed through.
Serving Suggestions
Serve air fryer steak with a side of roasted potatoes or baked potatoes. We love to top our steak with a pat of butter or garlic butter to add even more moisture and flavor.
Since the oven and stovetop are freed up you have tons of options for side dishes here. Anything from sauteed mushrooms, carrots, asparagus, corn, rice, green beans, dinner rolls, and side salads pair really well with steak.
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Air Fryer Steak
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Print It Rate ItIngredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless beef ribeye steak 2 steaks
- Montreal steak seasoning to taste
- garlic salt to taste
- cooking spray
Before You Begin
- We are using 1 1/2 pounds of boneless beef ribeye steak for this recipe that are at least 1 inch thick. Different cuts of beef will require different cook times, but you can certainly use this recipe as a base for other steaks such as New York strip.
- Our instructions will result in medium doneness. Reduce or increase the amount of time based on your preference.
- Montreal steak seasoning is a staple for us along with a little bit of garlic salt, which is optional. You can use your favorite seasoning mix or even opt for our ribeye steak marinade instead.
- Adjust the cook time in the air fryer to 12 minutes, this should yield medium-rare results. Medium-rare should register at 135F on an instant-read thermometer. For medium, aim for 145F.
- Store leftover air fryer steak in an air-tight container or tightly wrapped with aluminum foil. Keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat using the reheat function on the air fryer just until warmed through.
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400 F.
- Season to taste both sides of the steak with Montreal steak seasoning and garlic salt.
- Spray both sides of the steak lightly with cooking spray.
- Place steaks in the air fryer basket and cook at 400 F for 7 minutes.
- Turn steaks over and cook an additional 7 minutes.
- Remove to a cutting board and tent with foil. Allow to rest for 5 minutes.
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Sylvia says
What type of airfryer do you have? I love my Ninja Airfryer XL and perfect for just one or two people however, I’m contemplating getting a more square one!
Amanda Formaro says
Ours is a Cosori and we love it! https://amzn.to/3XZclqX