Air Fryer Roast Beef – juicy, tender, and perfectly seasoned with a crispy crust. Great for an easy dinner or meal prep!
🥩 Air Fryer Roast Beef Recipe
✅ Ingredients:
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2 to 3 lb (900g – 1.4kg) beef roast (top round, sirloin, or eye of round work well)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp dried rosemary or thyme (optional)
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Cooking spray (if needed)
🔪 Instructions:
🔥 Step 1: Prep the Roast
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Pat the beef roast dry with paper towels.
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Rub olive oil all over the roast.
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Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and rosemary (if using), then rub evenly on all sides of the meat.
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Let the roast sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes for even cooking.
🍳 Step 2: Preheat the Air Fryer
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Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
🕹️ Step 3: Cook the Roast
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Place the roast in the air fryer basket.
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Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes to sear the outside.
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Lower the temperature to 325°F (160°C) and continue cooking for:
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15–20 minutes per pound for medium-rare (130–135°F internal temp)
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20–25 minutes per pound for medium (140–145°F internal temp)
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Flip the roast halfway through cooking.
🥩 Pro Tip: Use a meat thermometer for best results — it’s key to perfect doneness.
⏲️ Step 4: Rest and Slice
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Remove the roast from the air fryer and loosely tent with foil.
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Let it rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing — this keeps it juicy!
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Slice thinly against the grain and serve.
🕒 Time & Servings:
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Cook Time: 45–55 minutes (depending on size/doneness)
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Total Time: ~1 hour
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Serves: 4–6
🥗 Serving Ideas:
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Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or in sandwiches.
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Leftovers are great in wraps, salads, or breakfast hash.