Garlic Butter Air Fryer Steak

⭐ Ingredients

For the Steak

• 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks (1–1.5 inches thick)
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder

Garlic Butter (to melt on top)

• 3 tbsp softened butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
• ½ tsp lemon juice (optional)

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🔥 Instructions

1. Prepare the Steaks

1. Pat steaks dry with paper towels.
2. Rub with olive oil on both sides.
3. Mix salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder, then season steaks evenly.

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2. Air Fry the Steaks

1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
2. Place steaks in the basket (do not overlap).
3. Cook: ⏱ Cooking Times (approx.)
   • Medium-Rare: 8–10 minutes (flip at 5 minutes)
   • Medium: 10–12 minutes
   • Well Done: 12–14 minutes
   Times may vary depending on thickness.

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3. Make Garlic Butter

Mix softened butter + minced garlic + parsley + lemon juice until creamy.

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4. Rest the Steaks

• Remove steaks from the air fryer and let them rest 5 minutes.
• Add a generous scoop of garlic butter on top so it melts.