Flank Steak in the Air Fryer
This air fryer flank steak recipe gives you a quick, easy and delicious way to cook your steak so it turns out tender, juicy and full of flavour. Perfect for a busy weekday or a special occasion.
Equipment
- 1 Air fryer
- 1 Paper towel
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Knife
Ingredients
- 1 pcs flank steak
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp coarse salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Let the flank steak come to room temperature:Take 1 pcs flank steak (about 500 grams) out of the fridge and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C.(Pre-program it, or let it run for a couple of minutes before cooking)
- Pat the flank steak dry with kitchen paper to remove excess moisture.
- Mix 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp coarse salt, 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika in a small bowl. Rub the spice mixture evenly all over the flank steak.
- Place the flank steak in the air fryer basket. Make sure the steak doesn't overlap itself.
- Cook the steak at 200°C for about 10-12 minutes for medium, or adjust the cooking time to your desired level of doneness.Start the online kitchen timer here
- When cooking is done, let the steak rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes before slicing. This helps preserve the juiciness.
- Slice the flank steak thinly across the grain and serve.
Notes
Macronutrients
Flank steak is a good source of protein and contains important nutrients like iron and zinc, but it's also important to moderate your intake of red meat.Thickness factors
The thickness of your flank steak affects the cooking time; thinner steaks need less time, while thicker cuts need longer in the air fryer.Desired tenderness
The cooking time also depends on how well done you want your steak. A medium-rare to medium cook is usually preferable to ensure tenderness.Portion size
A healthy portion size for flank steak is typically around 150-200 grams per person.Nutrition
Calories: 6kcalCarbohydrates: 0.2gProtein: 0.1gFat: 1gSaturated fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 0.1mgSodium: 97mgPotassium: 7mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.02gVitamin A: 62IUVitamin B2: 0.003mgVitamin B3: 0.03mgVitamin B5: 0.01mgVitamin B6: 0.01mgVitamin B12: 0.003µgVitamin C: 0.003mgVitamin E: 0.1mgVitamin K: 1µgCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.1mgMagnesium: 1mgPhosphorus: 2mgSelenium: 0.1µgZinc: 0.02mgNet carbohydrates: 0.2g
