Clare Andrews

Air Fryer Sirloin Steak

Here is a simple and delicious recipe for making a juicy air fryer sirloin steak. So this is just perfect served with a salad and new potatoes. Adjust the time based on the thickness of your sirloin steak. If you prefer a different doneness (like rare or well done), adjust the cooking time by a few minutes accordingly. Enjoy your perfectly cooked air fryer sirloin steak! Learn how to cook a succulent, tender, and flavoursome sirloin steak at home with your air fryer.

PREP 5 minutes

COOK 10 to 12 minutes

SERVES 1 person

KIT you will need an air fryer, a paper towel and a meat thermometer (optional)

Ingredients for air sirloin steak

1 sirloin steak (about an inch thick)

1 tablespoon of olive oil

A teaspoon of garlic powder

1 teaspoon of onion powder

1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika (or regular paprika)

1/2 teaspoon of sea salt

1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper

To serve:

Fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme to garnish (optional) Butter for topping (optional)

Method

So start by taking the steak out of the fridge and bring it to room temperature before cooking. This should take no more that 15 minutes. Then preheat your air fryer to 200°C for about 3 to 5 minutes. Then prepare the steak by patting the sirloin dry with paper towel. This will help it sear and cook evenly.

Then season the steak with a drizzle of the olive oil, and rub it in to coat evenly. Sprinkle over the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper on both sides of the steak. Press the seasoning gently into the meat.

Now it’s time to cook the steak. So Place the seasoned steak in the air fryer basket. But leave the crisper plates in the air fryer drawer to improve the circulation of hot air. Make sure it is not overcrowded for optimal air circulation. Cook the steak at 200°C for about 10 to 12 minutes, flipping it halfway through cooking.

If you have a heat thermometer then for medium-rare, the internal temperature should reach about 54°C. For medium, aim for an internal temperature of around 60°C. If you prefer your steak well done then the internal temperature should be around 67°C.

So once the steak is done, carefully remove it from the air fryer basket using tongs and let it rest for around 5 to 7 minutes. This will help the juices redistribute and ensures a tender, juicy steak.

So after the meat has rested slice the steak against the grain and serve with your favourite sides. You can optionally top it with a pat of butter or fresh herbs for added flavour. For a thicker steak, you may need to cook it a bit longer.

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