This Perfect Air Fryer Steak recipe comes with a bonus homemade Garlic Butter recipe! Reward yourself with this juicy steak that is perfect for a special occasion.
It’s an easy dinner to make for occasions like a date night at home. This is part of my series of delicious air fryer recipes. Click here to see the other recipes I shared last month. Serve this delicious steak with any of your favorite side dishes! Use a meat delivery service like Omaha Steaks for a convenient way to get your preferred New York Strip Steak needed for this recipe.
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Kitchen Notes
- The cooking time for this recipe will depend on several factors: internal starting temperature, size, the thickness of your steak, and the desired level of doneness of the steak. For this recipe, the steak was removed from the refrigerator 30 minutes prior to cooking and was cooked medium rare.
- Important: Make sure to check the recommended guidelines for the strip steak for your specific air fryer model before preparing this recipe. For best results, check out these guidelines on suggested internal temperatures for red meat: https://www.certifiedangusbeef.com/kitchen/doneness.php
- Time-Saving Tip: Prepare the roasted garlic and compound butter in advance to save time when preparing this easy recipe.
What To Serve with Air Fryer Steak with Garlic Butter
I highly recommend pairing this easy steak recipe, with any of these on the side:
- Roasted Green Beans
- Scalloped Potatoes
- Classic Broccoli Salad
- Easy Roasted Carrots with Curry
Prep time: 20 minutes (+ time to roast garlic and chill compound butter)
Cooking time: 7-10 minutes (+ time to rest steaks)
Serves: 2-4
Ingredients for the Perfect Air Fryer Steak with Garlic Butter
For the Compound Butter
- 1 4-oz. stick of unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large head of roasted garlic*
- 3 T. fresh chives, chopped
- ¼ t. salt
For the Steak
- 2 10-oz. NY strip steaks, trimmed
- 1 T. extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Supplies Used
- Silicon tongs
- Airtight container (for storing the extra roasted garlic)
- Instant Read Meat Thermometer
- Ninja AG301 Foodi 5-in-1 Indoor Grill with Air Fryer
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How To Make the Perfect Air Fryer Steak
#1. First, prepare the compound butter. Do this by adding the softened butter, roasted garlic cloves, chives, and salt to a small bowl and stirring until thoroughly combined. Make sure that the garlic cloves are broken up and evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
#2. Transfer the butter mixture to a sheet of plastic wrap then shape it into a log, as shown, and cover it tightly. Refrigerate until firm and ready to use, approximately one hour.
#3. Remove the steaks from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. Brush each cut of steak with olive oil and generously season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
#4. Pre-heat the air fryer to 400°F and set the timer to 8 minutes for medium rare.
#5. When the air fryer is ready, add the cuts of beef to the basket in a single layer without overcrowding. Close the lid and air fry them for 4 minutes.
#6. Open the lid and turn the steaks using silicon tongs. Close the lid and air fry the steak for another 3-4 minutes or just until the steak pieces reach 130 degrees F (for a medium-rare steak).
#7. Remove the steaks from the air fryer and cover them loosely with aluminum foil. Rest for 5-10 minutes to give the juices a chance to settle. (The internal temperature will continue to rise several degrees while the steaks rest).
#8. Serve immediately topped with some compound butter and your choice of sides. Enjoy!
Bonus: Roasted Garlic Butter Recipe
Kitchen Tips
- You can adjust the number of heads of garlic used in this simple recipe, along with the exact temperature and cooking time if you choose to prepare the garlic alongside other recipes. Make the garlic remain in the air fryer long enough to become soft, tender, golden brown, and without drying it out.
- Roasted garlic is nice to have on hand because it can be used in many ways, especially for a main dish like a steak dinner. It deepens and enhances the flavors of your favorite dishes. You can also try it in your favorite sauces and soups. This process also makes it an easy way to use it for making delicious compound butter.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 20-25 minutes
Yields: 3 heads roasted garlic
Ingredients for Roasted Garlic Butter
- 3 large heads of garlic
- 1-2 T. extra virgin olive oil
How To Make Roasted Garlic Butter
#1. Turn on the air fryer and select the “Air Crisp” function. Set the temperature to 400°F and adjust the timer to 20 minutes. Press “Start” to pre-heat the unit.
#2. While the unit preheats, remove the papery layers of the garlic. Carefully slice off the top of each head of garlic with a sharp knife to ensure each clove is exposed.
#3. Drizzle some olive oil onto each head of garlic. Wrap each head in a small square of aluminum foil.
#4. Once the air fryer is preheated, place the prepared garlic in the air fryer basket and close the lid. After 20 minutes, check the garlic to make sure it is roasted through. If more time is necessary, rewrap the garlic and return to the air fryer for several more minutes.
#5. When the cooking time is complete, use the roasted garlic immediately or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or one week. Enjoy!
More Steak Recipes to Try Next Time
If you enjoyed this perfect steak recipe, you might want to try these other delicious recipes:
- Grilled Lime Flat Iron Steak
- Mexican Steak Street Tacos
- Fresh Greek Salad with Steak
- Simple Grilled Balsamic Steak
- Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Golden Beets
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Perfect Air Fryer Steak with Garlic Butter recipe
Ingredients
For the Compound Butter
- 1 4- oz. stick of unsalted butter , softened
- 1 large head of roasted garlic*
- 3 T. fresh chives , chopped
- 1/4 t. salt
For the Steak
- 2 10- oz. NY strip steaks , trimmed
- 1 T. extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- First, prepare the compound butter. Do this by adding the softened butter, roasted garlic cloves, chives, and salt to a small bowl and stirring until thoroughly combined. Make sure that the garlic cloves are broken up and evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the butter mixture to a sheet of plastic wrap and shape it into a log, as shown, and cover it tightly. Refrigerate until firm and ready to use, approximately one hour.
- Remove the steaks from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. Brush each cut of steak with olive oil and generously season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
- Pre-heat the air fryer to 400°F and set the timer to 8 minutes for medium rare.
- When the air fryer is ready, add the cuts of beef to the basket in a single layer without overcrowding. Close the lid and air fry them for 4 minutes.
- Open the lid and turn the steaks using silicon tongs. Close the lid and air fry the steak for another 3-4 minutes or just until the steak pieces reach 130 degrees F (for a medium-rare steak).
- Remove the steaks from the air fryer and cover them loosely with aluminum foil. Rest for 5-10 minutes to give the juices a chance to settle. (The internal temperature will continue to rise several degrees while the steaks rest).
- Serve immediately topped with some compound butter and your choice of sides. Enjoy!
Bonus: Roasted Garlic Butter Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 large heads of garlic
- 1-2 T. extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Turn on the air fryer and select the “Air Crisp” function. Set the temperature to 400°F and adjust the timer to 20 minutes. Press “Start” to pre-heat the unit.
- While the unit pre-heats, remove the papery layers of the garlic. Carefully slice off the top of each head of garlic with a sharp knife to ensure each clove is exposed.
- Drizzle some olive oil onto each head of garlic. Wrap each head in a small square of aluminum foil.
- Once the air fryer is preheated, place the prepared garlic in the air fryer basket and close the lid. After 20 minutes, check the garlic to make sure it is roasted through. If more time is necessary, rewrap the garlic and return to the air fryer for several more minutes.
- When the cooking time is complete, use the roasted garlic immediately or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or one week. Enjoy!
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