Air Fryer Steak with Butter (Juicy & Restaurant-Style)
Air Fryer Steak with Butter (Juicy & Restaurant-Style)
Ingredients
For the Steak
- 2 steak, (ribeye, sirloin, or strip steak work best)
- 1 teaspoon salt, generous amount
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
- 1 teaspoon paprika, optional, for crust color
For the Butter Finish
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed, optional
- 1 sprig fresh herbs, rosemary or thyme, optional
Instructions
- 1
Pat the steaks very dry with paper towels. This is crucial for achieving a good crust.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
Season the steaks generously on all sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder (if using), and paprika (if using).
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Let the seasoned steaks rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes. This helps ensure more even cooking.
⏱️ 15 min - 4
Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for 3-5 minutes.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 200
- 5
Place the steaks in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook for the desired doneness, flipping halfway through for an even crust. For medium-well, cook for approximately 12-14 minutes total. Use a meat thermometer for precision: 52°C for rare, 57°C for medium-rare, 63°C for medium.
⏱️ 14 min•🌡️ 200
- 6
While the steak is resting (after air frying), melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe dish. If using, add the crushed garlic and fresh herbs to the melted butter.
⏱️ 2 min
- 7
Once the steak is cooked, remove it from the air fryer and spoon the melted butter mixture over the hot steak. This creates a glossy, juicy 'restaurant finish'.
⏱️ 1 min
- 8
Rest the steaks for 5-8 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the steak tender and moist.
⏱️ 8 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Air Fryer Steak with Butter (Juicy & Restaurant-Style)
For the Steak
- 2 steak, (ribeye, sirloin, or strip steak work best)
- 1 teaspoon salt, generous amount
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
- 1 teaspoon paprika, optional, for crust color
For the Butter Finish
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed, optional
- 1 sprig fresh herbs, rosemary or thyme, optional
Instructions
- 1
Pat the steaks very dry with paper towels. This is crucial for achieving a good crust.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Season the steaks generously on all sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder (if using), and paprika (if using).
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Let the seasoned steaks rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes. This helps ensure more even cooking.
⏱️ 15 min - 4
Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for 3-5 minutes.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 200 - 5
Place the steaks in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook for the desired doneness, flipping halfway through for an even crust. For medium-well, cook for approximately 12-14 minutes total. Use a meat thermometer for precision: 52°C for rare, 57°C for medium-rare, 63°C for medium.
⏱️ 14 min•🌡️ 200 - 6
While the steak is resting (after air frying), melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe dish. If using, add the crushed garlic and fresh herbs to the melted butter.
⏱️ 2 min - 7
Once the steak is cooked, remove it from the air fryer and spoon the melted butter mixture over the hot steak. This creates a glossy, juicy 'restaurant finish'.
⏱️ 1 min - 8
Rest the steaks for 5-8 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the steak tender and moist.
⏱️ 8 min