Description
A simple and delicious recipe for air fryer roast beef, featuring a flavorful herb and spice rub, cooked to juicy perfection with a perfectly tender crust using an air fryer.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Roast
- 2-3 pound beef roast (top round or sirloin)
Seasoning and Rub
- 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 Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the optimal cooking temperature before placing the roast inside.
- Prepare Seasoning Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and smoked paprika to create a flavorful herb and spice rub.
- Coat the Beef Roast: Rub the beef roast evenly with 1 tablespoon olive oil, then coat it thoroughly with the herb and spice mixture to ensure full flavor coverage.
- Cook the Roast: Place the seasoned roast in the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes to sear the exterior, then reduce the temperature to 360°F (180°C) and continue cooking for another 17 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare doneness. Adjust time as needed for desired doneness.
- Rest the Roast: Remove the roast from the air fryer and let it rest for 10 minutes so the juices redistribute, ensuring a juicy and tender roast when sliced.
Notes
- Temper the Roast: Remove the beef from the refrigerator about 30 minutes prior to cooking to allow it to come to room temperature, which promotes even cooking.
- Size Matters: For roasts larger than 3 pounds, increase cooking time in small increments and monitor the internal temperature with a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
- Experiment with Seasonings: Try substituting thyme or oregano for rosemary, or add a splash of Worcestershire sauce to enhance the umami flavor profile.
- Use an Instant Read Thermometer: Essential for checking the internal temperature for safe and accurate cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
