Here’s a simple way to make a juicy steak in the air fryer—fast, easy, and surprisingly delicious:
🥩 Air Fryer Steak Recipe
Ingredients
- 1–2 steaks (ribeye, sirloin, or filet mignon, about 1-inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon paprika or steak seasoning (optional)
- Butter (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer
- Set to 200°C (400°F) and preheat for 3–5 minutes.
- Season the Steak
- Pat steak dry with paper towels.
- Rub with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, and spices.
- Cook the Steak
- Place steak in the air fryer basket (don’t overcrowd).
- Cook:
- Rare: 7–8 minutes
- Medium-rare: 9–10 minutes
- Medium: 11–12 minutes
- Flip halfway through cooking.
- Rest the Steak
- Remove and let rest for 5 minutes (very important for juiciness).
- Serve
- Top with a small piece of butter if desired and serve hot.
🔥 Internal Temperature Guide
- Rare: 125°F (52°C)
- Medium-rare: 135°F (57°C)
- Medium: 145°F (63°C)
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Use room-temperature steak for even cooking
- Don’t skip resting—it keeps the juices inside
- Thicker steaks (1.5 inch) may need a few extra minutes
💡 Quick Hack: Add a crushed garlic clove and butter on top right after cooking for a steakhouse-style flavor.
If you want, I can show you a garlic butter air fryer steak version that tastes like restaurant-quality.
