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Perfect Air Fryer Steak with Garlic Butter

Get restaurant-quality steak at home with this easy air fryer method—beautifully seared outside, juicy and tender inside, ready in about 17 minutes. Simple seasoning plus an optional homemade garlic parsley butter make it irresistibly flavorful. Prep Time: 5 minutes (plus 10-15 minutes room temp) Cook Time: 10-14 minutes Total Time: About 17 minutes Servings: 2
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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 striploin steaks 1-inch thick, or ribeye/sirloin
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil or olive/avocado oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper generous amount
  • Garlic Butter Optional
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter room temperature
  • 1 clove garlic finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh chopped parsley

Method
 

  1. Let steaks sit at room temperature 10-15 minutes. Pat dry.
  2. Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 5-10 minutes.
  3. Rub steaks with oil, then season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Place in air fryer basket (no overlapping). Cook 10-14 minutes (no flip needed): 10 minutes medium-rare, 12 minutes medium, 14 minutes medium-well.
  5. While cooking, mix butter, garlic, and parsley.
  6. Remove steaks, rest 5-10 minutes. Slice against the grain and top with garlic butter.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

Use thermometer for precision: 135°F medium-rare, 145°F medium.
Bring to room temp and preheat air fryer for even cooking and best sear.
Adjust time for thickness: Add 4-6 minutes for 1½-inch steaks.
No flipping required—air circulation handles it.
Resting is key for juicy results.