Easy Air Fryer Roast Beef

This super easy Air Fryer Roast Beef is one of the easiest roasts I’ve made to date. Similar to my 3 Packet Roast Beef this beef roast is succulent, tender, and juicy, and the all-in-one seasoning makes this savory, beefy roast even BETTER!

Making your roast beef in the air fryer succulent and tender IS a possibility, my friends! With the right tools on your side, you can enjoy a juicy air-fried roast beef in no time!

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A Roast Beef IS Possible in the Air Fryer!

AIR FRYER ROAST BEEF

So you’ve asked yourself, can I actually make a whole roast beef in the air fryer??

I know, I wondered the same as well, so I tried it. The first few times were learning experiences (can you say overdone???), but I think I have it down now that it turns out perfect every time!

The Secret To Getting This Roast Beef Right The First Time

What’s the secret to getting this roast beef perfectly done in the air fryer? My loves, it’s a THERMOMETER. It’s pretty much a must-have to air fry this roast perfectly.

This is one that has literally THOUSANDS of reviews and is one that I’ve been using for a while now. I think the price is decent and it is accurate, which is the most important thing.

That being said, I’ve also used something very similar to this basic thermometer that is decent and economical.

You can spend up to a hundred dollars on a thermometer, which honestly unless you’re aspiring to be one of those championship BBQ persons, I think either one of the above would be a good bet.

Ingredient Needed To Make This Dish

Beef Roast – Wondering what type of beef roast to buy? The best idea is to buy something middle of the road that’s tender but not crazy expensive. You CAN buy something top shelf if you want, and it’s a good idea to watch your sales, and buy on special. Here’s a handy little list on the cuts of roasts to buy if you’re not a hundred percent sure what to buy.

Montreal Steak Seasoning – I use this seasoning on everything! lol. Ok, seriously, I use it a lot. Especially on beef. It’s a fantastic “all in one” type of seasoning that makes grilling, roasting, stewing, etc, easy and flavorful. If you don’t have it, use your favorite seasonings to put on beef. Garlic, salt, pepper, onion powder, paprika, coriander, dried chili pepper, or cayenne pepper, are all options here.

Avocado Oil – If you don’t have avocado oil, feel free to use any other oil you have that has a high smoke point. Because we’ll be air frying, the heat will make the oil smoke if it doesn’t have a high smoke point. Coconut oil or any other vegetable oil is suitable. I wouldn’t use olive oil as the smoke point isn’t as high.

SaltyPot Tip: If you wanted to buy a tougher cut of beef, be sure to slice the cooked roast against the grain and in thinner slices to make it more tender for eating.

How To Make An Air Fryer Roast Beef

The very first step before you even start cooking is to start out with a room-temperature roast.

Yes!

Believe it or not, if you start out by trying to cook the roast right out of the fridge, it’s cold throughout the roast and you could risk cooking the outside a lot more than you want trying to get the inside cooked to the temperature you’re looking for. So, letting your roast sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before cooking is one of the best practices for making this beef roast recipe.

Next, let’s season the meat. After patting the roast dry, take a tablespoon or so of cooking oil and rub the meat with the oil, all over. Then, season the meat all over as well.

While your seasoning the roast, be sure to preheat the air fryer to around 400°F (or as close as you can get it if your brand of air fryer doesn’t quite reach that.)

Place the roast in the fryer basket. Place it FAT SIDE DOWN (if it has a fat cap) and begin air frying. This is the searing stage, and you’ll want to leave it in there for 15 minutes to seal in those juices and start to develop that lovely crust on the outside.

Then, you’ll CAREFULLY (it’s hot so remember a good turning fork and protective mitts/gloves are perfect to use here) turn the roast over so the fat side is facing up now. Dollop some butter over the top and continue to cook the roast in intervals until you’ve reached your desired doneness.

A helpful temperature cooking guideline is also in the printable recipe card below.

Remove the roast when it’s done to a cutting board and tent it with foil. Let the roast rest for 15 minutes while you clean up and get the other sides finished.

When you cook any cut of meat, it’s always a good idea to give it resting time so that the juices can be redistributed throughout the whole thing so that all the juices don’t completely run out when you slice into it.

How Long Does Beef Roast Take To Cook In The Air Fryer?

This infographic below is a handy guide to gauge desired cooking doneness according to air frying time. However, nothing can beat using a digital or dial thermometer for more accurate results.

Air Frying Internal Temperatures To Reach Desired Doneness With Roast Beef

This handy infographic gives you the temperature guidelines to follow according to the doneness that you want to achieve.

COOK’S TIP: Remember to remove the roast from the air fryer when you’re about 5 degrees away from the desired cooking temperature you want. The roast will continue to cook and rise in temperature as it rests.

Can I Use Any Air Fryer For This Air Fryer Beef Recipe?

I used the air fryer function on my Ninja Foodi to air fry this roast, and I haven’t tried roasting one in any other air fryer. I also have a Cosori Air Fryer and would feel confident making this roast in there as well.

Even though I can’t speak for all air fryers, most air fryers work on the same premise, I would guess that if your fryer comes up to 400 degrees (or near to it), you’d be good to go.

Again, I can’t stress enough the importance of having a good thermometer to get the job done right!

Serving Suggestions

Some fantastic side dishes that would fit perfectly with this air fryer roast would be these super delicious and insanely easy-to-make, Crock Pot Roasted Potatoes, or a nice pairing to the roast beef would be this recipe for 3 Minute Maple Cinnamon Buttery Carrots.

If you’re looking for a side that’s fresh and delicious, try this Broccoli Slaw with Apples and Blue Cheese by Andrea on her blog – Saving Every Day!

I hope I’ve convinced you to try this ninja foodi air fryer roast beef (or, your air fryer roast beef!). It’s not hard, it just really comes down to knowing the temperature you want it cooked to, and being diligent on checking that temp as it air fries!

Did you make this air fryer roast beef recipe? Did you switch up the seasoning? What sides did you serve it with? I’d love to hear about it in the comments below! Have a fantastic day!

~Joanne