Air Fryer Tri-Tip is a delicious way to enjoy your favorite steak! The air fryer cooks the steak quickly and evenly, resulting in a juicy, flavorful steak that is sure to please your taste buds. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. The air fryer Tri-Tip will be a new family favorite!
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
- This air fryer tri tip recipe is quick and easy to prepare, so you can enjoy a delicious steak dinner without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.
- The tri-tip steak is cooked to perfection in the air fryer, resulting in a tender and juicy steak that is full of flavor.
- With this air fryer recipe you can have a delicious steak regardless of the weather.
- Quick steak dinner that is perfect for holidays, Father's Day, any night you want a delicious steak dinner.
Ingredients
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- tri-tip steak, either purchase a pre-marinated steak or use your favorite homemade marinade.
- Steak Seasoning, optional Montreal Steak seasoning is a favorite.
Equipment
Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
- Remove steak from the refrigerator 20-30 minutes prior to cooking. This allows the meat to be more tender.
- Place steak in the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 380°F for 8 minutes for rare (130° internal temp), 10 minutes for medium (145-150° internal temp), or 12 for well done(160°+ internal temp).
- Remove steak from the basket. Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Slice into strips against the grain.
- Slice into strips with the grain.
Storage
Store leftover tri-tip in an airtight covered container for up to three days.
Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 380°F for a few minutes, or until warmed through.
You can also freeze the cooked steak for up to three months. Be sure to store the meat in an airtight storage bag or container. I use a food saver to keep all the air out of the food to prevent freezer burn.
Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
Expert Tips
Expert Tip: If the tri tip is already seasoned then you can skip the steak seasoning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The cook time will vary depending on the thickness of the steak and how well done you like it. For a 1-inch thick steak, cook for 8 minutes for rare (130° internal temp), 10 minutes for medium (145-150° internal temp), or 12 for well done(160°+ internal temp).
It is not necessary to flip the roast during cooking, however, you can if you like.
The internal temperature of the steak will be 130°-160°, depending on how well done you like it. You can also use a meat thermometer to check the temperature.
Yes. For the most tender and juicy results, we suggest marinating the tri-tip for at least 30 minutes.
I love using pre-marinated tri-tip. However, feel free to use any steak marinade or dry rubs such as Montreal Steak seasoning, homemade steak seasoning, Homemade Seasoning Salt, or Cajun Seasoning.
Variations
- For extra flavor, marinate the steak in your favorite marinade. When using a store brand, my top choices are Dales or Lawry's marinades.
- Change up the seasonings on this recipe and use garlic and herb or lemon pepper seasoning instead.
- You can use different cuts of meat such as ribeye, sirloin, NY strip, or your favorite steak cut.
Serving Suggestions
- Homemade Mashed Potatoes are creamy, fluffy and so easy to make. These potatoes pair well with tri-tip steak in the air fryer.
- This Simple Arugula Salad is a fresh and healthy side dish that helps you get dinner on the table quickly.
- Watergate Salad is sweet and creamy, this delicious no-bake dessert is the perfect way to end this meal.
- Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes would be a tasty side dish.
- Crispy Roasted Potatoes are another winner of a side dish.
- Cheesy Green Bean Casserole would compliment the steak very nicely.
- A simple Arugula Salad would be super delicious.
- Try our Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes made in the Instant Pot.
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Air Fryer Tri-tip Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
Instructions
- Remove the marinated steak from the refrigerator 20-30 minutes prior to cooking. This allows the meat to be more tender.
- Place steak in air fryer basket.
- Cook at 380°F for 8 minutes for rare (130° internal temp), 10 minutes for medium (145-150° internal temp), or 12 for well done(160°+ internal temp).
- Remove steak from the basket. Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
- Slice into strips with the grain. Serve.
