Do you love steak? Give this Air Fryer Tri-Tip a try! It’s so tender and juicy! Once you try this way of eating tri-tip, you’ll never regret it. Don’t knock trying steak in the air fryer until you try this fabulous recipe!
What if you could enjoy a steak dinner without the guilt? That’s what this Air Fryer Tri-Tip recipe is all about. If you like steak, but it seems too indulgent to eat it because of the calories, then this dish will be perfect for you.
The air fryer provides a way to cook with little oil and no need for heating up your entire kitchen. You get that same wonderful taste in each bite without the added fat and calories!
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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Healthy dinner choice – For one, it’s a very healthy way to eat steak. If you love steak and want a healthier way to enjoy it, give this recipe a try!
- Tender and juice – It’s also very tender and juicy, which makes it a delicious choice for anyone who loves steak.
- Easy to follow – This recipe is easy to follow and doesn’t require a lot of time or effort. So, if you’re looking for a delicious and healthy way to enjoy steak, be sure to try this Air Fryer Tri-Tip recipe!
🔪 How to Make Air Fryer Tri Tip
Pull steak out of fridge 20-30 minutes prior to cooking. This allows the meat to be more tender.
Place steak in air fryer basket. Cook at 380 for 8 minutes to rare(130° internal temp), 10 minutes for medium (145-150° internal temp), or 12 for well done(160°+ internal temp).
Remove steak from basket and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Slice into strips with the grain.
Hint: If you are using a pre-seasoned steak then you can skip the seasonings.
📝Variations
Do you want to change up this recipe and make it your own? Here are some ways that you can do that!
- Use different seasonings – If you want to change up the flavor of your tri-tip, be sure to try using different seasonings. There are a variety of different seasonings that can give your dish a unique flavor.
- Add vegetables – You can also add vegetables to your tri-tip dish. This is a great way to add some extra nutrients and flavor to your meal.
- Try a different cut of meat – If you’re looking for a change, try using a different cut of meat. There are a variety of different meats that can be cooked in the air fryer, so be sure to experiment!
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🥄 Equipment
- air fryer
- knife
- cutting board
🥫 Storage
Refrigerate – The best way to store your tri-tip is in the refrigerator. This will help keep it fresh and prevent it from going bad.
Freeze – If you won’t be able to eat your tri-tip within a few days, you can also freeze it. This will help keep it fresh for a longer period of time.
Heat up – If you choose to freeze your tri-tip, be sure to let it thaw before cooking it. You can either thaw it in the refrigerator or on the counter.
Cook – Once it’s been thawed, you can cook your tri-tip in the air fryer or in a traditional oven.
💭 Tips
- I buy my tri tip pre-marinaded. It’s far more tender and juicy. Or you can also season it with steak seasoning, or salt and pepper.
- For a one inch thick steak , cook for 8 – 10 minutes, then check for doneness. I like mine on the rare side, so I take it out at 8 minutes. If you like yours more well done, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until it reaches the desired doneness.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can also cook your tri-tip in a traditional oven. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until it reaches the desired doneness.
- A rare steak is typically cooked to an internal temperature of 120-130 degrees, a medium steak is typically cooked to an internal temperature of 145-155 degrees, and a well done steak is typically cooked to an internal temperature of 165-175 degrees.
⁉️ FAQ
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
For a one inch thick steak, cook for 8 – 10 minutes. If you like your steak more well done, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until it reaches the desired doneness.
In the air fryer we will cook our steak at 380 degrees.
No, you don’t need to flip your steak in the air fryer. The air fryer will cook it evenly on all sides.
The best way to know when your tri-tip is done is to use a meat thermometer. A rare steak is typically cooked to an internal temperature of 120-130 degrees, a medium steak is typically cooked to an internal temperature of 145-155 degrees, and a well done steak is typically cooked to an internal temperature of 165-175 degrees.
You can use, however the outside may burn, so I recommend that you thaw it first.
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Air Fryer Tri-Tip
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds tri-tip steak I buy mine pre-marinaded. It’s far more tender and juicy.
- Seasoning optional
Instructions
- Pull steak out of fridge 20-30 minutes prior to cooking. This allows the meat to be more tender.
- Place steak in air fryer basket. Cook at 380 for 8 minutes to rare(130° internal temp), 10 minutes for medium (145-150° internal temp), or 12 for well done(160°+ internal temp).
- Remove steak from basket and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Slice into strips with the grain.
Hi, I’m buying my marinated tri-tip from Costco and they’re usually 3 1/2 pounds, how long would I cook that for a medium rare?
I’ve never cooked on that big because my air fryer isn’t big enough for one that size to lay flat. However, I would start with a cook time of 13-15 minutes on each side and then check the temp. It’s rally going to vary based on how thick it is, so my advice is you can also cook it longer, so play it on the lower end side and use a good meat thermometer. Remove it from the air fryer when it’s about 125- 128 degrees. This should give you the perfect medium rare temp of 135 degrees f after it’s rest time.