Description
This Air Fryer Roast Beef recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to cook a tender beef roast using your air fryer. Featuring a savory herb and spice rub, it results in a perfectly cooked medium-rare roast beef with minimal effort and a juicy, flavorful crust.
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 Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the beef.
- Make Herb Rub: In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and smoked paprika to create a flavorful spice blend.
- Prepare the Roast: Rub the beef roast evenly with olive oil, then coat it thoroughly with the herb and spice mixture to infuse flavor.
- Cook Beef: Place the roast in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 360°F (180°C) and continue cooking for another 17 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare. Adjust cooking time as needed for desired doneness.
- Rest the Roast: Remove the roast from the air fryer and let it rest for 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Temper the Roast: Remove the beef from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before cooking to ensure even cooking.
- Size Matters: For roasts larger than 2 pounds, increase cooking time in small increments and use a meat thermometer to monitor doneness.
- Experiment with Seasonings: Substitute thyme or oregano for rosemary or add a splash of Worcestershire sauce to boost the umami flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
