Perfect Air Fryer Steak
Air fryer steak can easily be one of the best recipes you should try in your air fryer. You can expect a crispy crust while keeping the inside juicy and tender. No preheating is required, and I am pairing it with a homemade balsamic glaze. The sweet and tangy flavor complements well with the savory taste of the steak. It’s a quick and easy recipe that leaves you with no grease or mess in the kitchen.
Steak in the Air Fryer
I was never a big fan of cooking steak at home because the kitchen always ends up greasy. But with the air fryer, you can now make foolproof perfect medium-rare steak in no time. It’s easy, and no skill is needed. You no longer need to worry about it being under or overcooked. You can expect a crispy crust seared outside and tender, juicy meat inside.
Along with the steak, I also added cherry tomatoes and garlic to the air fryer. It gives a nice aroma to the overall dish, and it saves a significant amount of time to cook the side dishes.
Tips for a Perfect Steak in the Air Fryer
- Steak Type: I used Angus beef striploin steak in this recipe, but other cuts, such as sirloin steak is a great alternative.
- Thickness: 1-inch thick steaks work the best. Thinner steaks can get overcooked easily without a chance of getting that beautiful crust
- Seasonings: I used plainly salt and pepper, but you can use any seasonings and spices to your desire and liking.
- Better Browning: Adding a drizzle of oil and slices of butter helps steaks to brown better. This works with vegetables and other meat as well.
- Rest: Remove the steak and let it rest for 5-10 minutes on a cooling rack to prevent to continue cooking in the air fryer.
Air fryer steak can easily be one of the best recipes you should try in your air fryer. You can expect a crispy crust while keeping the inside juicy and tender. No preheating is required, and I am pairing it with a homemade balsamic glaze. The sweet and tangy flavor complements well with the savory taste of the steak. It’s a quick and easy recipe that leaves you with no grease or mess in the kitchen.
Air Fryer Steak
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 angus beef striploin steak 1 inch thick
- Salt & pepper
- 1 whole head of garlic
- 1 slice butter
- olive oil
- cherry tomatoes optional
Balsamic Glaze
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp honey or brown sugar
Instructions
- Season steak with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Cut the garlic in half horizontally. Wrap with aluminum foil. Set aside.
- Line the basket with foil. Add steak, garlic, and cherry tomatoes. Add butter and drizzle with olive oil.
- Click “steak” function. Cook for 6 minutes. Flip it, then click “steak” function again. Or cook at 450F for 6 minutes.
- In a saucepan, boil balsamic vinegar and honey over medium heat. Once it starts bubbling, simmer at medium-low until thickens. Stir constantly.
- Rest the steak for 5-10 minutes before cutting it. Plate them nicely and enjoy.
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