Healthy Recipes Cooking Methods Air Fryer Air-Fryer Steak Be the first to rate & review! This air-fryer steak recipe is as easy as it gets. The air-fryer can cook a steak to your liking with minimal fuss. Adding herb butter at the end elevates this dish while adding the flavors of your favorite fresh herbs. By Laura Kanya Laura Kanya Laura Kanya is a recipe developer and tester based in Vermont. She has been active in the food industry for more than two decades in a variety of roles, including pastry chef, chef instructor, executive chef and director of operations in restaurants, resorts, catering, retail operations and food production companies. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 18, 2023 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Save Rate PRINT Share Close Photo: Jacob Fox Active Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: Nut-Free Soy-Free High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, softened 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh herbs, such as chives, parsley, rosemary, thyme, oregano, basil and/or sage 1 teaspoon minced shallot ½ teaspoon grated lemon zest ⅛ teaspoon ground pepper plus 1/4 teaspoon, divided ½ teaspoon salt 1 (16-ounce) sirloin or boneless rib-eye steak (1 inch thick), cut into 4 portions Directions Mix butter, herbs, shallot, lemon zest and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl. Place the butter mixture in a piece of plastic wrap and roll into a log. Twist the ends of the wrap together to seal; refrigerate until firm, about 20 minutes. Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes. Sprinkle salt and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper onto both sides of steak. Arrange the steak pieces in a single layer in the fryer basket. Cook, flipping once, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 130°F, 8 to 10 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes (the internal temperature will increase to 135°F, which is medium-rare). Slice the steaks against the grain and serve with the herb butter. To make ahead Refrigerate butter (Step 2) for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, June 2022 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 186 Calories 10g Fat 22g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 3 oz. steak & about 1 1/2 tsp. herb butter Calories 186 % Daily Value * Protein 22g 44% Total Fat 10g 13% Saturated Fat 5g 25% Cholesterol 75mg 25% Vitamin A 211IU 4% Vitamin C 1mg 1% Vitamin D 3IU 1% Vitamin E 1mg 4% Folate 10mcg 3% Vitamin K 4mcg 3% Sodium 382mg 17% Calcium 18mg 1% Iron 2mg 11% Magnesium 20mg 5% Potassium 292mg 6% Zinc 4mg 36% Vitamin B12 1mcg 42% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.