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Air Fryer Roast Beef

Air Fryer Roast Beef is a quick, easy meal that’s tender on the inside and crisp on the outside. Let the magic of garlic, rosemary, and a whisper of smoked paprika shine through in each savory bite.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Rest Time10 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer roast beef, roast beef
Servings: 4
Calories: 446kcal

Ingredients

  • 2-3 pound beef roast top round or sirloin
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, rosemary, salt, pepper, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
    process shots showing how to make air fryer roast beef.
  • Rub the beef roast with olive oil, then coat it evenly with the herb and spice mixture.
    process shots showing how to make air fryer roast beef.
  • Place the roast in the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 360°F (180°C) and continue cooking for another 15-17 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare (adjust cook time for desired doneness). Mine was done at 16 minutes.
    process shots showing how to make air fryer roast beef.
  • Remove the roast from the air fryer and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

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Notes

  1. Temper the Roast: Pull the beef out of the fridge about 30 minutes before air frying, so it cooks evenly.
  2. Size Matters: If your roast is larger than 2 pounds, increase the cooking time in small increments and keep a meat thermometer handy.
  3. Experiment with Seasonings: Thyme or oregano swap in easily for rosemary, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce gives an extra boost of umami.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 446kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 156mg | Sodium: 766mg | Potassium: 782mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 0.05g | Vitamin A: 190IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 5mg