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Air Fryer New York Strip Steaks

Published: Jan 25, 2023 by Lara This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... 6 Comments

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Make the Juiciest Air Fryer New York Strip Steaks in no time at all! Cooking strip steaks in an air fryer is incredibly easy. No need to go outside in a rain storm to get perfect medium rare NY Strip Steaks.

Air fryer strip steak on a white plate next to brussel sprouts
Table of Contents
  • Air Fryer Strip Steaks
  • Why you'll love strip steaks in an air fryer
  • Ingredients
  • Tips & Tricks
  • Tools for this easy recipe
  • How to make NY strip steaks in an air fryer
  • Stovetop + Oven Directions
  • Substitutions
  • What to serve with air fryer strip steaks
  • How to store cooked strip steaks
  • How to reheat air fryer strip steaks
  • FAQs
  • PIN THIS RECIPE FOR LATER

Air Fryer Strip Steaks

New York Strip Steaks are often sought after for their bold beef flavor. However, sometimes the thought of warming up the grill can seem a bit daunting. By utilizing your air fryer for cooking strip steaks, you are taking a lot of the prep and work out of the equation!

Plus, by cooking steaks in the air fryer like this ribeye and t bone steak, you don't have to stand in front of the air fryer and watch it like you would a grill.

After sprinkling the strip steaks with a little salt and pepper, and only 12 minutes of cook time, you'll be sitting down to a tender and flavorful steak in no time.

air fryer strip steak with tab of butter on top next to brussel sprouts on a white plate

Why you'll love strip steaks in an air fryer

  • Quick and Easy Recipe – Cooking New York strip steak in the air fryer gives you all the amazing flavor without all the fuss of starting the grill. The best part is that clean-up is a breeze.
  • Keto & Paleo Recipe – Steak is naturally low carb, and top it with butter or ghee to add even more fat content.

Ingredients

  • 2 NY Strip Steaks (~12oz each)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • optional butter or blue cheese compound butter
Ingredients for air fryer strip steaks

Tips & Tricks

  • Be sure to preheat your air fryer for at least 5 minutes prior to cooking. This will give you that beautiful and flavor-filled sear on your steak.
  • Let your steak come to room temperature before air frying. This will give you a more even cook.
  • After cooking, allow the steak to rest 5 minutes before cutting into it.

Tools for this easy recipe

I have 2 air fryers, but the Cosori Air Fryer is my favorite! Also, you will need a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of your steaks. It should read between 133-135F when you remove it from the air fryer basket for a perfect medium rare!

Cooked strip steaks in air fryer basket with tabs of butter on top

How to make NY strip steaks in an air fryer

  1. Let the steaks rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  2. Pre-heat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 390F.
  3. Cook for 6 minutes, then flip the steaks over and cook for another 6 minutes.
  4. Check with a meat thermometer and remove once an internal temperature reaches 133-135F for medium rare steaks.

Note: If you don't let the steaks come to room temperature before cooking them, you will need to increase the cooking time.

It is very important to check the internal temperature of your steak! Below is a chart for the doneness of steaks. Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the steak.

  • Medium Rare: internal temperature is 133-135F.
  • Medium: internal temperature of 140F,
  • Medium Well: internal temperature  of 150 
raw strip steaks on white plate
Season steaks and let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes
raw strip steaks in air fryer basket
Air fry at 390F for 6 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 6 minutes.
cooked air fryer strip steaks in airy fryer basket
Cook to an internal temperature of 133-135F for medium rare steaks.

Stovetop + Oven Directions

  1. Pre-heat oven to 425F
  2. Let the steak get to room temperature (around 30 minutes)
  3. Season the strip steak with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat a skillet over high heat.
  5. Add a little avocado oil to the hot skillet and place the steaks in the skillet. I prefer cast iron if I'm cooking a steak on the stove top and finishing it off in the oven.
  6. Sear steak for 2 minutes on each side.
  7. Transfer steak to a preheated oven at 425F.
  8. Cook until it reaches your desire doneness.
  9. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before cutting.

Substitutions

  • If you don’t have any strip steaks, you can use a ribeye, sirloin or T-bone steak. You'll want to be sure it’s a thicker steak, because thin steaks will cook more quickly and won’t be medium rare at the stated cooking time.
  • If you have a favorite steak seasoning, you can use that instead of the salt and pepper listed.
air fryer strip steak sliced on white plate next to Brussel sprouts

What to serve with air fryer strip steaks

Pair this steak with your favorite veggie for a delicious and quick meal. If you love your air fryer as much as I do, try my Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts or Air Fryer Parmesan Asparagus. You could also try my Asparagus on the Blackstone Griddle, or Blackstone Green Beans.

How to store cooked strip steaks

  • Store leftover strip steak in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

How to reheat air fryer strip steaks

  • Remove the lid from the container or transfer it to a microwave-safe plate. Microwave for 60-90 seconds on high.
  • If you'd prefer to reheat in the air fryer, place the strip steak in the air fryer basket. Cook at 350 for 2-3 minutes or until at desired temperature.
air fryer strip steak sliced on a white plate next to brussel sprouts with a fork

FAQs

NY Strip Steak VS Ribeye Steak

A strip steak has a similar flavor to a ribeye. The main difference is that a ribeye has internal fat marbling, while a strip steak has a layer of fat on the outside. This layer of fat contributes to the delicious flavor of the meat.

Is a strip steak the same as a New York strip?

Yes. This particular cut of meat was originally made popular by a number of restaurants in New York City, thus the name "New York Strip."

Do strip steaks need to be marinated?

Strip steaks, ribeyes, and T-bones are already tender so they don't need a marinade to tenderize them. Whereas tougher cuts of meat like skirt steak, flank or cheaper cuts of meat will need a marinade.

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Air Fryer New York Strip Steaks

Lara
Make the Juiciest Air Fryer New York Strip Steaks in no time at all! Cooking strip steaks in an air fryer is incredibly easy. No need to go outside in a rain storm to get perfect medium rare NY Strip Steaks.
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Prep Time 35 minutes mins
Cook Time 12 minutes mins
Total Time 47 minutes mins
Course Entree
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 507 kcal

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 12oz NY Strip Steaks
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Let the steaks rest at room temp for 30 min
  • Pre heat the air fryer for 5 min at 390F
  • Cook for 6 minutes, then flip the steaks over and cook for an additional 6 minutes
  • Check with a meat thermometer and remove once an internal temperature reaches 133-135F for medium rare steaks

Notes

If you do not let the steaks come to room temperature before cooking them you will need to increase the cooking time.

Nutrition

Serving: 1steakCalories: 507kcalCarbohydrates: 0.2gProtein: 47gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 181mgSodium: 699mgPotassium: 711mgFiber: 0.1gVitamin A: 1IUCalcium: 53mgIron: 3mg
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  1. Shelby

    January 26, 2023 at 9:24 am

    5 stars
    Given my BBQ is covered in 1 foot of snow this way to cook new york strips was perfect! And the flavor was delicious, so juicy!

    Reply
    • Lara

      January 26, 2023 at 9:31 am

      Same! I've been using the air fryer so much more since moving to Michigan from Florida!

      Reply
  2. Karen Kellly

    January 26, 2023 at 9:41 am

    5 stars
    We are obsessed with our new air fryer so I'm trying out all the recipes I can find. This was a hit with my teens and will be in the regular rotation!

    Reply
  3. Gen

    January 26, 2023 at 11:51 am

    5 stars
    This was so easy and the steak came out the perfect temp! This is a big win for winter steak cravings. Thank you for the recipe!

    Reply
  4. Amanda Dixon

    January 26, 2023 at 3:54 pm

    5 stars
    I'm so glad I came across your recipe! It's been a super cold winter. I was craving steaks but really don't want to bother with the grill right now. They came out perfectly cooked in the air fryer. Thank you!

    Reply
  5. Lisa

    January 27, 2023 at 9:49 am

    5 stars
    My steak came out juicy on the outside and nicely browned on the outside. The air fryer made it perfectly delicious!

    Reply

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