This super easy recipe for Air Fryer Ribeye Steak will have you making all your steaks in the air fryer! Juicy, flavor-packed, and less greasy - this is the best way to cook steak. All done in under 15 minutes, with just 1 minute of prep!
Cooking steak in your air fryer might sound weird, but trust me, it's a total game-changer! I don't think I'll ever go back to pan frying steak after cooking ribeye steak in my air fryer.
Why would I, when the air fryer gives me a perfect steak, with much less fuss? And if I ever grow tired of it, I just switch it up with some Air Fryer Steak Tips or Air Fryer Steak Bites instead!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- It's quick and all done in under 15 minutes
- It's easier and less messy than cooking your steak stovetop
- It's hands-off, with a super simple cooking process
- A super juicy steak thanks to the resting time
- Less greasy - we just add a small amount of oil, and any excess fat drips off while cooking
- Loaded with flavor with a simple rub made from pantry staples
What You Need to Make It
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
- Steak: A good ribeye steak is bright red and has a big eye (that's the big piece of white fat in the middle of the steak) and a lot of marbling (that's the flecks of fat spread throughout the meat).
- Frozen steak: This also works - but then follow the recipe for Frozen Steak in Air Fryer instead.
- Vegetable oil: A neutral cooking oil or olive oil.
- Garlic salt: Can be swapped for a mix of salt and garlic powder
- Adjust seasoning to suit your taste: Add more black pepper, a dash of soy sauce, or dried herbs; skip the Worcestershire sauce, or simply season with salt and pepper. Any seasoning you love for steak will work in the air fryer as well!
- Add a marinade: You can use your favorite marinade, or try the lemon soy sauce marinade I use for my air fryer flank steak.
How to Make It
- Make the rub
- Pat the steak dry and season
- Place steak in air fryer basket
- Air fry until done
- Check temperature of steak and remove from air fryer
- Place on a piece of aluminium foil
- Wrap tightly and rest at least 5 minutes
- Ready to serve!
Expert Tips
- Bring the steak out ahead of time and let it reach room temperature before cooking. This helps it cook quicker and more evenly.
- Cook in one layer - do not place steaks on top of each other
- Don't overcrowd the basket - make sure there's some room left for the air to circulate
- The thickness will affect cook time - a thicker steak will take longer and a thinner steak will cook quicker
- Cook time can vary with different air fryer models
- Use a meat thermometer to make sure it's cooked exactly right
- Know your temperature point - see the section below for guidance regarding what internal temperature you should aim for
- Allow your steak to rest to avoid overcooking
Recommended Internal Temperature
I recommend cooking beef to about 5 degrees below the setpoint and then allowing it to rest covered for at least 5 minutes. The temperature will rise up to 5-7 degrees Fahrenheit (2-3 degrees Celsius) while resting.
Internal temperature | Rest from | |
Rare | 120-125°F (48-52°C) | 118-120°F / 46-48°C |
Medium Rare | 130°F (54°C | 125°F / 52°C |
Medium | 140°F (60°C) | 135°F / 58°C |
Medium Well | 150°F (65°C) | 145°F / 63°C |
Well Done | 155°F (68°C) | 150°F / 66°C |
How Long to Cook 1 Inch Ribeye in Air Fryer
Rare | 6-7 minutes |
Medium Rare | 7-9 minutes |
Medium | 8-10 minutes |
Medium Well | 9-11 minutes |
Well Done | 10-12 minutes |
How Long to Cook ½ Inch Ribeye in Air Fryer
Rare | 3-4 minutes |
Medium Rare | 4-5 minutes |
Medium | 5-6 minutes |
Medium Well | 6-7 minutes |
Well Done | 6-8 minutes |
Storing, Freezing & Reheating Instructions
Storing: Store leftover steak in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezing: Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
Reheating: Reheat steak in your air fryer for best results. You can also cut into pieces and fry stovetop in oil or butter until heated through.
Best Sides to Serve With Steak
- Parmesan Smashed Potatoes40 Minutes
- Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes30 Minutes
- Cheesy Mashed Potatoes35 Minutes
- Air Fryer Steak Fries25 Minutes
Best Sauces to Serve With Steak
- Buffalo Dipping Sauce2 Minutes
- Beef Gravy Recipe5 Minutes
- Dijonnaise5 Minutes
- 2-minute Gluten Free BBQ Sauce2 Minutes
More Quick & Easy Air Fryer Steak Recipes
- Air Fryer Steak Bites50 Minutes
- Air Fryer Flank Steak50 Minutes
- Air Fryer Steak Tips10 Minutes
- Frozen Steak in Air Fryer12 Minutes
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Recipe
Air Fryer Ribeye Steak
Print RateIngredients
- 1 (8 oz) ribeye steak 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil neutral cooking oil or olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt or garlic powder + a pinch of salt
- â…› teaspoon ground black pepper
To serve
- sea salt flakes optional
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer by running it with the air fryer basket in at 390°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt and black pepper.1 teaspoon vegetable oil, ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon garlic salt, ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Pat the steak dry and rub with the seasoning on all sides.1 (8 oz) ribeye steak
- Place steak in air fryer basket and air fry for 8 minutes (medium rare) at 390°F (200°C) , turning once halfway.The time will vary depending on how thick your steak is, how done you want it to be, and your specific air fryer model.
- Check the temperature with a meat termometer. See the guide below if you are unsure of which temperature to aim for.The temperature will keep rising while the steak is resting.
- Wrap the steak in foil and let it rest for at least 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes just before serving.sea salt flakes
Video
Notes
- How to find a good ribeye steak: Look for a steak that's glowing red, with a big eye (that's the big piece of white fat) and a lot of marbling (that's the flecks of fat spread throughout the meat). I always choose boneless ribeye steaks.
- Bring your steak out ahead of time so that it reaches room temperature before cooking, otherwise the cook time might be off
- Cook in one layer - do not place steaks on top of each other
- Don't overcrowd the basket - make sure there's some room left for the air to circulate
- The thickness will affect cook time - a thicker steak will take longer and a thinner steak will cook quicker
- Allow your steak to rest to avoid overcooking
- Store leftover steak in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days
- Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months
- Reheat steak in your air fryer or cut in pieces and fry stove top
Recommended Cooking Time & Internal Temperature
The cooking time below is for a 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick steak, but the internal temperature will be the same regardless of the thickness. Rare: 6-7 minutes, to 120-125°F (48-52°C) (rest from 118-120°F / 46-48°C) Medium rare: 8 minutes, to 130°F (54°C) (rest from 125°F / 52°C) Medium: 9 minutes, to 140°F (60°C) (rest from 135°F / 58°C) Medium-well: 10 minutes, to150°F (65°C) (rest from 145°F / 63°C) Well done: 11-12 minutes, to 155°F (68°C) (rest from 150°F / 66°C) ÂNutrition
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
Jennifer S
Why Worchestershire sauce??
Emmeline Kemperyd
Hi Jennifer,
I've always used Worcestershire sauce to season my steaks, I find it adds a lot of great flavor. If you don't enjoy it, or don't have it, you can always exclude it.
/Emmeline
Claudia
Received mixed reviews from my family. Mostly that searing in a cast iron skillet would be better after the air fry.
Emmeline Kemperyd
Hi Claudia! If you want that crispy sear on the outside I do recommend cooking them in a cast iron skillet. The air fryer is a great way to not have to deal with cooking it stove top though! /Emmeline
Jean
Was truly amazing!!
Used whipped butter (when serving)
Thanks for a great steak recipe- Jean (Scotland)
Emmeline Kemperyd
Hi Jean! Thank you for your comment. So happy it turned out well for you! It's definitely one of my favorite ways to cook steak 🙂 /Emmeline