Step 1

Remove steak from the refrigerator 20 minutes prior to cooking to allow it to reach room temperature before cooking.

Step 2

Preheat air fryer to 400°F / 200°C.

Step 3

Mix salt and pepper (or other seasoning) on a plate.

Step 4

Pat steak dry, then brush or spray with a little olive oil. Press each side of the steak into the salt/pepper mix.

Step 5

Place steak in air fryer basket. If you are cooking more than one, make sure they are not touching.

Step 6

Air fry at 400°F / 200°C for 7 minutes for medium-rare (12 minutes for well-done). If you want to be precise about how well your steak is done, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature - it should be 135°F / 57°C for medium-rare steak [Note 2].

Step 7

Remove steak from the air fryer, cover with aluminum foil and leave to rest for 5 minutes before serving.