Step 1

Let steaks come to room temperature.

Step 2

Pat steaks completely dry with paper towel.

Step 3

Drizzle steaks with oil.

Step 4

Season well.

Step 5

Run air fryer at maximum temp for 5-10 minutes before adding steaks to air fryer to make sure machine is piping hot.

Step 6

Set air fryer timer to 12 minutes at top temp for medium rare (450 for a Ninja, 400 for Instant Pot). If going for medium to well done steaks, set timer for 15+ minutes.

Step 7

Add steaks and cook 6 minutes. Flip steaks and cook additional 6 minutes.

Step 8

Let carryover cook in machine without opening for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Check steak temperature - remove and let rest if done, if you'd like it to gain a little more, leave in air fryer longer.

Step 10

Let steaks rest on a plate for five minutes after removing from air fryer before slicing or serving.