Suitable for Gluten-Free, Paleo, Low Carb, and Keto diets. Folks, I truly love my air fryer. I’ve made classic comfort food dishes like Air Fryer Whole Chicken and this Air Fryer Frozen Burrito and easy Air Fryer Green Beans healthier just by using my air fryer without sacrificing flavor or crispiness. And today I’m cooking steaks. The perfect steak is a celebration food in my house. It’s Freddy’s favorite and it makes an appearance when we celebrate a big promotion at work, his birthday, or whatever else he can come up with so he can convince me we have to have steak that night. And to be honest I looooooooooooooooove a juicy steak with that perfect sear on the outside. I was shocked when I saw scrolling through Instagram that I could make a steak in the air fryer. Yeap, tender steak dinner cooked like it was made on the grill in the air fryer. #onit I knew Freddy would flip for joy if I told him the dinner plan, so I went about my business without letting on that I was making his favorite man food. He was soooooooo surprised I made steak but even more surprised at how perfect the sear was on the outside of the steak and juicy on the inside. Don’t you need to make this LIKE NOW ?! P.S. be sure to check out these Air Fryer Steak Bites too. And season it with this Best Dang Steak Seasoning.
Why Make This Recipe
Peeps, being able to get a great sear and perfectly cooked juicy steak in the air fryer is pretty amazing. Let me tell you all the reasons why I love making air fryer steak:
Steak is cooked evenly – because the heat temperature from the fan in the air fryer stays consistent. Every time you cook steak in air fryer it will come out exactly as you want it to. As long as you follow your time and settings, and make sure to flip halfway through.It’s the perfect weeknight dinner – I season our steaks, put them in the air fryer and flip halfway through. With the stove top or the grill I need to watch, keep flipping back and forth and test for doneness. The air fryer is a perfect tool for those busy weeknights when you’re dealing with homework, setting the table and getting dinner ready for everyone.The stove or grill might not be available – the air fryer won’t heat up my house like the stove does. Especially if I am finishing off our steaks in the oven. And the grill might not be an option due to cold weather or a wet storm.It is so easy – if you’re a little nervous about getting the proper doneness on your steak, the air fryer will help you out. Having a meat thermometer handy will also help you prevent overcooking your juicy steak.Leftovers – leftover steak is great for meal prep all week long.Nutritious – it is great source of protein and iron.
Ingredient Notes
For the meat
Steak – this recipe calls for sirloin steaks that are about a half a pound each. You can use any type of steak you prefer.Oil – for simplicity, just use olive oil.Simple seasoning – kosher salt and pepper are all you need for this.
For the sauce
Soy sauce – use gluten free soy sauce if you prefer.Liquid smoke – adds great smoky extra flavor to this.Optional Garlic – feel free to add some garlic paste or garlic powder.Butter – for the second steak.
Are you ready to make Air Fryer Sirloin Steak? Grab your ingredients and I’ll show you how………….
How To Cook Steak In Air Fryer
Get complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.
Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C.Rub the olive oil on both sides of the steaks and season them with salt and black pepper and add them to the air fryer basket (make sure they are not touching).Air fry steaks for 12 minutes for medium doneness, making sure to flip halfway through.When cooked to desired doneness, remove steak from the air fryer and rest for at least 5 minutes.Pour the first steak with soy sauce, liquid smoke, and garlic marinade before serving.Put a piece of butter on the second hot steak and let it melt a little for serving.
If You Prefer a Herb Butter
Mix together butter, parsley, thyme, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.Transfer mixture to parchment paper and form into a log shape.Roll the butter in the parchment to one and a half inches in diameter, twisting the ends to close, and refrigerate until later.
Recipe Tips
Pat your steak dry before rubbing on the olive oil. You’re going to want to remove any of that excess moisture from the steak before adding the olive oil. This step is the most crucial when it comes to cooking a steak.Leave uncooked steak to sit out for 20 minutes to come to room temperature. Add your salt to let some of the moisture of the steak get into that salt to help create the crust when cooked in the air fryer.Let steaks rest after cooking. At least 5 minutes, but rest longer if you have the time. Sometimes Freddy is so into having steak he will cut into it too soon and lose all of that delicious juice that just craves to be reabsorbed back into the meat.Make sure steaks do not touch in the air fryer to allow for consistent hot air from the fan to circulate during the cooking process.For best results, Preheat Your Air Fryer before cooking these.You don’t have to use olive oil but it adds great flavor to your steaks.Feel free to cook this in a skillet or grill if you don’t have an Air Fryer.Try and make sure the steaks are at least one inch thick.
Delicious Variations
Instead of plain butter, you can serve these with a compound butter like garlic herb butter flavored with rosemary, basil or tarragon or garlic butter.You can add any flavor or spices you’d like to season your steak. Try seasoning your steak with Cajun, Creole or BBQ rubs.
Storage
Prep Ahead – Allow the meat to come to room temperature for about 40 minutes. If making butter then prep ahead and keep for 24 hours in the fridge.Store – Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.Freeze – Freeze leftovers in a freezer safe airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
FAQs
Flavor Variations
Best Dang Steak Seasoning.Creole Seasoning.Greek Seasoning.
Air Fryer Steak and Potatoes
Cook steak in air fryer along with my perfect Instant Pot Baked Potatoes, and in just minutes you can serve up the classic steak and potatoes dinner. You will love how easy it is to make this restaurant quality meal at home!
More Recipes You May Like
Air Fryer Pork Steak.Air Fryer Ham.Instant Pot Steak Fajitas.
Serving Suggestions
Pair your perfect air fryer steak with any of these gluten free sides for a delicious meal;
Air Fryer Baby Potatoes.Crispy Air Fryer Baked PotatoAir Fryer Onions.Air Fryer Brussels SproutsAir Fryer Sweet Potato FriesInstant Pot Potato SaladAir Fryer Frozen Hash Browns.
Even More Air Fryer Recipes
Best Air Fryer Pork ChopsAir Fryer HamburgersThe Best Air Fryer Whole ChickenAir Fryer Frozen Meatballs.Check out all my Air Fryer Recipes.
Air Fryer Steak Video
Best Equipment To Use
The Best Air Fryer.Awesome Air Fryer Accessories.Handy mixing bowls.Measuring spoons.Best Instant Read Digital Thermometer.Best ever sea salt flakes.
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