The reason has nothing to do with the steak being overcooked. Show
Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission. Air fryer steak immediately raises a red flag. Cooking steak is straightforward enough, so why overcomplicate it by tossing it into an air fryer? Hear me out. I have nothing against the air fryer. This mini convection oven, which cooks food by circulating hot air around it, is actually pretty amazing. It can make foods that are typically fried — like French fries, doughnuts, and chicken wings — a whole lot healthier by eliminating the need for excess oil. Eating healthy should still be delicious.Sign up for our daily newsletter for more great articles and tasty, healthy recipes. Despite my skepticism, there are a plethora of recipes for air fryer steak all over the internet. And several even claim to make the perfect steak. On top of that, one particular air fryer model — the Power Air Fryer XL — even has a specific setting for cooking steak. So, can you cook steak in an air fryer? How long does it take to cook steak in an air fryer without overcooking it? And does it top tried-and-true methods like pan-searing? I wanted to find out for myself. How to Cook Steak in an Air FryerNot all air fryers are created equal, so make sure to read the instruction manual for your particular model before cooking. For this test, I used the Power Air Fryer XL. To keep things nice and simple, I settled on a New York strip steak, which is lean, tender, and flavorful when cooked properly. Credit: nikkimeel/Getty Images Here’s the exact ingredient breakdown and method I followed:
Step One Step Two Step Three Note: The Power Air Fryer XL has a steak preset, but I just don’t recommend using it. This setting — which adjusts the temperature to 400 degrees and cook time to 12 minutes — is only useful if you’re cooking a larger cut of beef like a bone-in ribeye. For smaller cuts like strip steak, 12 minutes of cooking is way too long. The Verdict on Air Fryer SteakCredit: Elizabeth Laseter Hands down, this was the saddest-looking steak I’ve ever cooked. It picked up ZERO sear in the air fryer, and it lacked the gorgeous, golden-brown crust you can get from a cast-iron skillet. Aesthetics: 0 out of 10. Here’s another big issue: The Power Air Fryer XL can fit only one steak in its basket. If you’re cooking for one, this is fine, but if you’re cooking for a crowd it’s completely impractical. In the same amount of time it takes to air fry one steak, you can cook four steaks in a large cast-iron skillet. Convenience: 0 out of 10. On the bright side, seven minutes in the air fryer produced a flawless medium rare steak. On the inside, it was surprisingly juicy and moist. Regardless, this steak loses serious points in the flavor department for lacking a sear on the outside. Flavor: 5 out of 10. So, with that said, there are plenty of delicious things you can make with an air fryer, but steak is not one of them. (The same goes for bacon — you can read about that fiasco here.) The Best Way to Cook SteakCredit: Photo: Caitlin Bensel Please don’t ruin your perfectly nice steak by air frying it. Instead, pan-sear your steak in a cast-iron skillet or stainless steel skillet. This method doesn’t require fancy equipment (just your skillet and a pair of tongs), you can cook several steaks at once, and it guarantees a perfect golden-brown sear that will add boundless flavor. Need a foolproof, basic recipe? Make this Pan-Seared Strip Steak—I promise you won’t regret it. Today Explore When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. Touch device users, explore by touch or with swipe gestures. Explore Food And Drink Save From youtube.com Video by Cooking With James onyoutube · Hello and welcome back to Cooking With James! This episode I will be grilling a T bone steak in the new Power XL Air Fryer Grill. Super easy and really good!...Irene Eby 77 followers More information Grilled steak in the Power XL Air Fryer Grill | Air Fryer recipes - YouTubeFind this Pin and more on Air fry by Irene Eby.
Air Fryer Recipes Steak Oven Steak Recipes Power Air Fryer Recipes Lamb Chop Recipes Grilled Steak Recipes Air Fryer Dinner Recipes Air Fryer Recipes Healthy Grilling Recipes Grill Meals More information Grilled steak in the Power XL Air Fryer Grill | Air Fryer recipes - YouTubeFind this Pin and more on Air fry by Irene Eby. More like thisHow long does it take to cook a steak in the power XL?Cook the steaks till each reaches 110° F., this may take about 20 minutes. Flip the steaks, and allow them to cook until the meat temperature is about 155° F.
How do you cook a steak in a power XL Vortex air fryer pro?Instructions. Cut steak into 1-inch cubes. ... . Preheat air fryer to 400°F.. Remove the steak bites from the marinade and dab dry. ... . Add steak bites to the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook 6-7 minutes or until browned. ... . Toss with parsley and additional butter if desired.. |