This Air Fryer Ribeye Steak is seasoned simply with garlic salt and black pepper, then air fried until the outside is golden and crispy and the inside stays juicy and tender. It's a special occasion steak dinner for you and that special someone, without the fuss.
Ribeye is my favorite steak, and while I love to grill, it isn't always an option for me. I love using my air fryer, so it made sense to try ribeye in it. It turns out a delicious, juicy steak that's every bit as good, and it's ready for the table in under 30 minutes.
Quick Summary
- Zero carbs and only three ingredients.
- How long to cook a 1½-inch ribeye in the air fryer, and how I adjust for thinner steaks.
- The internal temperature I pull it at for a juicy medium rare.
- Why I skip the oil completely.
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How Long to Cook a Ribeye Steak in the Air Fryer
I air fry my ribeye at 400℉. Here's about how long it takes for medium rare:
- 1-inch ribeye: 6 minutes, flip, then about 4 minutes more (about 10 minutes total).
- 1½-inch ribeye: 8 minutes, flip, then 5 minutes more (13 minutes total).
For anything in between, add about a minute for every extra ¼ inch. If you're cooking a thinner steak, start it at 5 minutes, check the temp, then flip and cook until it reaches the temperature you want.
Times are only a starting point, though. Every air fryer cooks a little differently, and no two steaks are exactly the same thickness, so I always check mine with a digital meat thermometer.
I follow the Certified Angus Beef test kitchen guidelines and pull my steak at 115℉ to 120℉ for a finished medium rare, then let it rest for 10 minutes. The temperature rises about 10 to 15 degrees while it rests, so the steak keeps cooking after it comes out of the air fryer.
Key Ingredients
- Ribeye steak: The steak I bought was about a pound and 1½ inches thick, which is what the cook times in this post are based on.
- Grinder garlic salt: I love Trader Joe's garlic salt, but you can use any garlic salt you have. Be generous with it, since it gives the steak the best flavor.
- Black pepper: Use as much as you like. Season to taste.
How to Make Air Fryer Ribeye Steak
Pat the steak dry with paper towels, then season it generously with garlic salt and pepper on the top, bottom, and all sides, rubbing the seasoning into the meat. To save dirtying dishes, I season it right on the tray the meat came in. Let it sit at room temperature for at least 5 minutes so the meat can absorb the spices while the air fryer preheats.
Place the steak in the basket or on the tray and cook for the first 8 minutes, then flip it over and return it to the air fryer. Check the internal temperature with an instant-read thermometer. Let the steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Variations
- Top the cooked steak with Caramelized Onions for an extra boost of flavor.
- Serve it with a spoonful of Cowboy Butter Dipping Sauce.
How to Store and Reheat
Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 4 days.
Reheat: Reheat on the stove top with a little bit of water or beef broth over medium heat. Simmer about 5 minutes until warmed through. You can also reheat in the air fryer for 3-5 minutes at 350℉.
Serve With
Serve ribeye with your favorite steak sauce if you like, along with a side of Air Fryer Frozen Green Beans or Air Fried Asparagus. Potato salad goes great with it too. Try my Classic Potato Salad or my Keto Potato Salad with Bacon, Dill, and Jalapeno to keep it low carb. Garlic and Chive Mashed Potatoes, Air Fryer Frozen Fries, and Umami Mushrooms are all good sides with steak, too.
You May Be Wondering
It doesn't have to, but I always take mine out and season it, then let it sit about 5 minutes while the air fryer is preheating.
No. Olive oil is not needed to make a delicious steak, and I don't add any extra fat. The steak has enough delicious fat of its own, and the rub soaks in without any oil to make it wet.
Yes. My air fryer has trays instead of a basket, but this recipe works in basket air fryers as well. Many only go to 390℉, so you may need to add a little cook time.
Yes. There are zero carbs in this recipe.
More Steak Recipes
If you love a good steak dinner, here are more beef recipes to try next, including a few ways to use up leftover steak.
The Last Word
I love air fryer recipes, and for me it is the best way to the best flavor with an end result that is juicy and delicious. It is pretty much foolproof! I love the browned crispy bits all over the outside of the steak with all that sealed in goodness from the heat of the air fryer circulating around the beef.
When you make this recipe, please leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating and comment below to let me know what you think. I'd love it if you tag me on Instagram @grumpyshoneybunch so I can see your photos!
📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Ribeye Steak
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Ingredients
- 1 pound 1½-inch thick ribeye steaks
- garlic salt , to taste
- black pepper , to taste
Instructions
- Pat steak with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Generously season steak with garlic salt and pepper, coating the top, bottom and all sides of the steak, rubbing seasoning into the meat to absorb.
- Allow meat to sit at room temperature for 5 minutes to soak in the seasoning.
- Preheat air fryer at 400℉ for 5 minutes (while steak is resting).
- Place steak in air fryer basket or tray and slide into the air fryer. Cook for 8 minutes.
- Remove basket from air fryer and flip steak over. Cook another 5 minutes. Check internal temperature using an instant-read thermometer. For medium rare, pull the steak at 115℉ to 120℉, the temperature will rise about 10 to 15 degrees while it rests.
- Remove steak from air fryer and let steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
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