Description
Air Fryer Skirt Steak is a quick and flavorful way to cook this tender, thin cut of beef. The air fryer creates a beautifully seared crust while keeping the inside juicy and tender, perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or a tasty steak salad.
Ingredients
- 1 pound skirt steak
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Optional: fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro for serving
Instructions
Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Prepare Steak: Pat skirt steak dry. Rub olive oil over both sides. Mix garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, then season steak evenly.
- Cook Steak: Place steak in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 7-9 minutes, flipping halfway through, until desired doneness is reached (135°F for medium-rare).
- Rest: Remove steak and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
- Serve: Drizzle with fresh lime juice and sprinkle chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Marinate: Marinate steak for 30 minutes with soy sauce, lime, and garlic for extra flavor.
- Spicy: Add chili powder or cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
- Herb Garnish: Top with fresh parsley or thyme instead of cilantro.
- Different Cuts: Try the same method with flank steak or hanger steak.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
