🥩 Easy Air Fryer Roast Beef

This Easy Air Fryer Roast Beef is tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. It’s perfect for Sunday dinner, holiday meals, or slicing thin for sandwiches. The air fryer creates a beautifully browned crust while keeping the inside deliciously juicy.

Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 30 minutes resting)
Cook Time: 35–55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6–8

Ingredients

• 2–3 pounds (900 g–1.4 kg) beef roast (top sirloin, top round, or ribeye roast)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)

Instructions

1. Bring the Beef to Room Temperature

Remove the roast from the refrigerator 30–45 minutes before cooking.

2. Season the Roast

Pat the roast dry with paper towels.

Rub with olive oil (and Dijon mustard if using), then coat evenly with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, thyme, and smoked paprika.

3. Preheat the Air Fryer

Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for 5 minutes.

4. Air Fry the Roast

• Place the roast in the air fryer basket or tray.
• Cook at 200°C (400°F) for 10 minutes to develop a flavorful crust.
• Reduce the temperature to 180°C (350°F) and continue cooking until the desired internal temperature is reached.

Approximate Cooking Times

*Times vary depending on the roast’s size, thickness, shape, and your air fryer model.

5. Rest the Roast

Transfer the roast to a cutting board and loosely tent with foil.

Let it rest for 15–20 minutes before slicing. The internal temperature will continue to rise by about 3–5°C (5–10°F) while resting.

6. Slice & Serve

Slice the roast against the grain into thin slices and serve immediately.

Optional Gravy

Whisk together:

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cook until thickened and serve alongside the roast.

Tips for the Best Roast Beef

• ✔️ Use a meat thermometer for the most accurate results.
• ✔️ Let the roast come to room temperature before cooking.
• ✔️ Don’t skip the resting time—it helps the juices redistribute.
• ✔️ Slice against the grain for the most tender bites.
• ✔️ Avoid overcrowding the air fryer to allow hot air to circulate.

What to Serve With

• Air Fryer Roast Potatoes
• Roasted carrots
• Green beans
• Yorkshire pudding
• Creamy mashed potatoes
• Horseradish sauce
• Garden salad

Storage & Reheating

• Refrigerate: Store sliced roast beef in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Freeze: Freeze for up to 3 months.
• Reheat: Warm gently in the air fryer at 160°C (320°F) for 3–5 minutes, or until just heated through.

Pro Tip: For the juiciest roast beef, remove it from the air fryer when it’s about 3–5°C (5–10°F) below your desired final temperature. The roast will continue cooking as it rests, giving you perfectly cooked beef every time. 🥩✨