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Juicy Air Fryer Tri Tip Steak

Juicy Air Fryer Tri Tip Steak

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Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings

Description

This Juicy Air Fryer Tri Tip Steak delivers tender, flavorful beef with a perfectly browned exterior in minutes. It’s a quick, foolproof way to enjoy steak without firing up the grill.

Ingredients 

  • 2 pounds tri tip roast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  • Remove the tri tip from the refrigerator 20–30 minutes before cooking for even results.
  • Set your air fryer temperature to 400 degrees F and preheat for 3–5 minutes.
  • Pat the 2 pounds tri tip roast dry with paper towels. Rub with o1 tablespoon olive oil , then coat evenly with 1½ teaspoons salt , 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder and 1 teaspoon paprika.
  • Place the tri tip in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 400°F for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Use a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part.
  • 130–135°F for medium-rare
  • 135–145°F for medium
  • Remove from the air fryer and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Slice against the grain for maximum tenderness and serve immediately.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 262kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 31gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 662mgPotassium: 501mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 28IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg