Recipe Variations
Air Fry Different Cuts of Steak: The method generally stays the same with just an adjustment to the cooking time. I love a good air-fried New York strip for special occasions, while cooking a sirloin in the air fryer makes a great budget-friendly option for those steak cravings.
Expand the Seasoning: Don’t get too carried away, but you can add a sprinkle of garlic powder, cayenne powder, or smoked paprika for a flavorful twist.
Add an Optional Flavor Boost: Top your air-fried ribeye with a compound butter, cowboy butter, garlic butter, or a drizzle of steak sauce.
How to Cook Ribeye Steak in the Air Fryer
To get started, remove your steaks 30 minutes ahead of time, preheat the air fryer to 400°F, and brush both sides of the steaks with olive oil, and season generously with salt and black pepper.
Air Fryer Ribeye Temperature Guide
These times are based on a 1 to 1¼-inch boneless ribeye cooked at 400°F (200°C). Ensuring your steak reaches the proper internal temperature is important for both safety and taste, and because steak thickness can vary, it’s always best to use a digital meat thermometer to confirm your preferred doneness.
Doneness Pull Temperature Total Cook Time Notes
Rare 125–130°F 7-8 minutes Flip Halfway
Medium Rare 130–135°F 9-10 minutes Flip Halfway
Medium 140–145°F 11-12 minutes Flip Halfway
Medium Well 150–155°F 13-14 minutes Flip Halfway
Wel Done 160°F+ 15-16 minutes Flip Halfway
Juicy, seasoned ribeye steak in the air fryer basket after being cooked.
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