Description
This Air Fryer Roast Beef recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to achieve a perfectly cooked medium-rare beef roast with a fragrant herb and spice crust. Using an air fryer ensures a juicy interior and a nicely browned exterior without heating up your entire kitchen.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2-3 pound beef roast (top round or sirloin)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for roasting the beef.
- Prepare the Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and smoked paprika if using. This mixture will give the roast a savory and fragrant crust.
- Season the Beef: Rub the beef roast thoroughly with olive oil, then evenly coat it with the herb and spice mixture, pressing it into the meat for better adherence and flavor.
- Air Fry the Roast: Place the seasoned roast into the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes to sear the exterior.
- Reduce Temperature and Continue Cooking: After the initial 15 minutes, lower the air fryer temperature to 360°F (180°C) and continue cooking for an additional 17 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for a medium-rare finish. Use an instant-read thermometer to check doneness.
- Rest the Meat: Carefully remove the roast from the air fryer and let it rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes. This allows juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist and tender roast when sliced.
Notes
- Temper the Roast: Remove the beef from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature. This helps it cook more evenly.
- Adjust Time for Larger Roasts: If your beef roast weighs more than 3 pounds, increase the cooking time in small increments and monitor closely with a meat thermometer.
- Seasoning Variations: Swap rosemary with thyme or oregano for different herbal notes. Adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce before rubbing can enhance umami flavor.
- Doneness Tips: For medium doneness, aim for 140°F (60°C) internal temperature; for well done, 160°F (71°C).
- Equipment Recommendation: Use a 5.8 quart capacity air fryer and an instant-read meat thermometer for precise cooking results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 roast
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
