Bifteki in the Air Fryer
Juicy Greek beef patties seasoned with oregano and mint, topped with crumbled feta and cooked crisp in the air fryer in under half an hour. A simple and flavourful dinner inspired by Greek cuisine.
Equipment
- 1 Air fryer
- 1 Mixing bowl Large
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Knife
- 1 Brush
Ingredients
- 600 g minced beef Or mixed beef/pork
- 1 pcs onion Finely chopped
- 2 clove garlic Crushed
- 1 pcs egg
- 50 g breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried mint Or 1 tbsp fresh, finely chopped
1 tsp salt- 0.5 tsp black pepper Freshly ground
- 2 tbsp olive oil For brushing
- 200 g feta Crumbled
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley Roughly chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the air fryer to 190 °C.
- Finely chop 1 pcs onion and crush 2 clove garlic. Put them in a large mixing bowl together with 600 g minced beef.
- Add 1 pcs egg, 50 g breadcrumbs, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 1 tsp dried mint, 1 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Knead thoroughly for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is even and holds together.
- Shape the mixture into 8 oval patties about 2 cm thick. Brush the patties on both sides with 2 tbsp olive oil.
Cooking in the air fryer
- Place the bifteki in the air fryer basket in a single layer — cook in two batches if your air fryer is too small to fit all the patties at once. Cook at 190 °C for 12 minutes, turning them halfway through.
- Crumble 200 g feta evenly over the bifteki, and cook for a further 2-3 minutes at 190 °C until the cheese has softened slightly and warmed through. The core temperature of the patties should be at least 70 °C.
- Take the bifteki out and let them rest for 3-4 minutes under a tea towel so the juices redistribute.
Serving
- Sprinkle with 1 tbsp fresh parsley and serve immediately with tzatziki, flatbread and a fresh Greek salad.
Notes
Tips for perfect results:
Let the mixture rest for 15-20 minutes in the fridge before shaping — this gives the patties a better texture and helps them hold their shape in the air fryer. Avoid packing the patties too tightly in the basket, so the air can circulate and create a crisp surface. Variation:
For classic stuffed bifteki: shape the patties larger and flatter, place a cube of feta in the centre, and fold the mixture around the cheese so it is completely enclosed. Cook for about 2 minutes longer. Serving:
Serve with homemade tzatziki, warm pita bread, oven-roasted Greek potatoes or a fresh salad with tomato, cucumber, red onion and olives. A cold Greek beer or a glass of red wine pairs nicely. Portion size:
If your air fryer is smaller, you can cook the bifteki in two batches and keep the first batch warm under foil while the next one cooks.
Let the mixture rest for 15-20 minutes in the fridge before shaping — this gives the patties a better texture and helps them hold their shape in the air fryer. Avoid packing the patties too tightly in the basket, so the air can circulate and create a crisp surface. Variation:
For classic stuffed bifteki: shape the patties larger and flatter, place a cube of feta in the centre, and fold the mixture around the cheese so it is completely enclosed. Cook for about 2 minutes longer. Serving:
Serve with homemade tzatziki, warm pita bread, oven-roasted Greek potatoes or a fresh salad with tomato, cucumber, red onion and olives. A cold Greek beer or a glass of red wine pairs nicely. Portion size:
If your air fryer is smaller, you can cook the bifteki in two batches and keep the first batch warm under foil while the next one cooks.
Nutrition
Calories: 565kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 42gFat: 38gSaturated fat: 15gPolyunsaturated fat: 2gMonounsaturated fat: 16gTrans fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 165mgSodium: 1180mgPotassium: 510mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 280IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 210mgIron: 4mgNet carbohydrates: 12g
