Frozen Steak In The Air Fryer
Do you have a frozen steak in your freezer that you need to cook? You can easily cook Frozen Steak In The Air Fryer or Ninja Foodi! This method is incredibly easy and doesn’t require any defrosting so you can have a steak dinner on the table in no time!
Can you cook a steak from frozen? Yes, a frozen steak can be cooked in the air fryer without thawing or defrosting using an air fryer.
An air fryer is a kitchen appliance that uses hot air to cook food. The air fryer circulates hot air around the food to cook it evenly on all sides. The air fryer can cook a variety of frozen foods including vegetables, appetizers, and proteins including delicious juicy and tender steak.
🐄Best Cut Of Steak For Air Frying
You’ll want to make sure you have the right cut of steak to air fry. Tough cuts of meat such as chuck steak, round steak, or brisket will not do well air-fried. You’ll want to choose a more tender cut of meat such as on the list below.
- New York strip steak
- Ribeye steak
- T-bone steak
- Filet mignon
- Porterhouse steak
- Flank steak
- Top sirloin steak
🥩How To Air Fry Frozen Steak
1️⃣Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 3-5 minutes. If you have a Ninja Foodi, you’ll want to use the air crisp function.
2️⃣Season the steak: Coat the steak with olive oil or cooking spray, then season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder or your favorite seasoning.
3️⃣Add frozen steak to the air fryer: Place the frozen steak in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 20 minutes. You may need to cook for an additional minute or two if your steak is thicker than 1 inch.
4️⃣Flip the steak: After 10 minutes, remove the basket from the air fryer and flip the steak over. Cook for an additional five to ten minutes or until desired doneness is reached.
5️⃣Rest the steak: Remove the cooked steak from the air fryer and place it on a plate or cutting board. Allow the steak to rest for three to five minutes before cutting. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the steak.
6️⃣Serve: Slice and serve the air-fried steak with your favorite side dishes. Enjoy!
⏲️Best Time & Temperature for Frozen Steak
The best time and temperature to cook a frozen steak in the air fryer depends on how thick your steak is and how well your air fryer heats. For best results, start with this temperature guide and use a digital kitchen thermometer to gauge the internal temperature.
- Rare: 375F for 16 minutes
- Medium: 375F for 18 minutes
- Well Done: 375 for 20 minutes
Frozen steak can be cooked sous vide, too! Sous Vide Frozen Steak.
🧊Air Fryer Meats Cooked From Frozen
- Air Fryer Frozen SalmonAir Fryer Frozen Calamari
- Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breast
- Air Fryer Frozen Pork Chops
- Air Fryer Frozen Hot Dogs
- Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp
- Air Fryer Frozen Crab Cakes
- Air Fryer Frozen Meatballs
- Air Fryer Frozen Sausage Patties
- Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Legs
- Air Fryer Frozen Bratwurst
- Air Fryer Frozen Turkey Burgers and Beef Burgers
Frozen Steak In The Air Fryer
Equipment
- air fryer or Ninja Foodi
Ingredients
- 8 oz Steak or other cut, FROZEN
- 1 tsp Cooking Oil
- ¼ tsp Sea Salt
- ¼ tsp Black Pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 3-5 minutes. If you have a Ninja Foodi, you’ll want to use the air crisp function.
- Coat the steak with olive oil or cooking spray, then season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder or your favorite seasoning.
- Place the frozen steak in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 20 minutes. You may need to cook for an additional minute or two if your steak is thicker than 1 inch.
- After 10 minutes, remove the basket from the air fryer and flip the steak over. Cook for an additional five to ten minutes or until desired doneness is reached.
- Remove the cooked steak from the air fryer and place it on a plate or cutting board. Allow the steak to rest for three to five minutes before cutting. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the steak.
- Slice and serve the air-fried steak with your favorite side dishes. Enjoy!
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❔FAQ
Can I cook frozen steak in an air fryer?
Yes, you can cook frozen steak in an air fryer without thawing or defrosting using an air fryer in under 20 minutes.
How long do you cook frozen steak in air fryer?
The cook time for air fryer frozen steak is about 20 minutes. You may need to cook for an additional minute or two if your steak is thicker than one inch or less if your steak is thin.
Can you air fry a frozen sirloin steak?
Yes, you can air fry a frozen sirloin steak along with other cuts of steak such as ribeye, t-bone, filet mignon, and more.
What is the best air fryer for frozen steak?
The Ninja Foodi air fryer is the best air fryer for frozen steak as it can reach high temperatures quickly and has an air crisp function that works well for frozen foods.
