🥩 Beef Roast in the Air Fryer
Yes — you can make a juicy, tender beef roast in the air fryer! It’s faster than oven roasting and gives a beautiful crust.
🧾 Best Cuts to Use
- Top sirloin roast
- Ribeye roast (small)
- Eye of round (leaner, cook carefully)
(2–3 lb roast works best for most basket air fryers.)
🧂 Ingredients
- 2–3 lb beef roast
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- 1½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried rosemary or thyme
Optional: Dijon mustard for extra crust flavor
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Bring to Room Temperature
Let roast sit out 30–45 minutes before cooking.
2️⃣ Season
Pat dry.
Rub with oil, then coat evenly with seasonings.
3️⃣ Preheat Air Fryer
Preheat to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
4️⃣ Sear
Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 10–15 minutes to create crust.
5️⃣ Reduce Heat & Finish Cooking
Lower to 325°F (165°C) and cook until desired doneness:
| Doneness | Internal Temp | Approx. Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| Rare | 125°F (52°C) | 35–45 min |
| Medium-rare | 130–135°F (54–57°C) | 40–50 min |
| Medium | 140–145°F (60–63°C) | 50–60 min |
⚠️ Always use a meat thermometer — times vary by thickness.
6️⃣ Rest
Let rest 15–20 minutes before slicing.
This keeps it juicy.
🔥 Pro Tips
- Don’t overcrowd the basket.
- Flip halfway if your air fryer heats unevenly.
- Add sliced onions underneath for flavor.
🧈 Optional Quick Pan Gravy
After resting:
- Deglaze drippings with 1 cup beef broth
- Simmer with 1 tbsp butter + 1 tsp cornstarch slurry
If you tell me:
- The exact weight of your roast
- Your air fryer model (basket or oven-style)
I can give more precise timing.