Cody Casey
Cooking beef stew in an air fryer is a convenient and quick way to make a hearty meal. With an air fryer, you can achieve tender meat and savoury vegetables without the need for a stovetop or oven. The cooking time for beef stew in an air fryer depends on the type of air fryer you use, the cut of meat, and your desired level of doneness. Generally, the beef and vegetables are cooked separately and then combined in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for about 35-50 minutes, until the meat is tender.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Air fryer temperature | 375°F (190°C) |
| Cooking time | 45-50 minutes |
| Steak bites cooking time | 10-20 minutes |
| Steak bites marination time | 1-24 hours |
| Medium-rare steak cooking time | 9 minutes |
| Medium steak cooking time | 12 minutes |
| Temperature to finish the stew | 325°F (163°C) |
| Time to finish the stew | 3-5 minutes |
| Air fryer biscuits temperature | 325°F (163°C) |
| Air fryer biscuits cooking time | 6-8 minutes |
| Pan-frying temperature | 375F |
| Pan-frying cooking time | 10-12 minutes |
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Air fryer beef stew cooking time and temperature
The cooking time and temperature for beef stew in an air fryer will depend on the type of air fryer you have, the size of the beef chunks, and how well done you want your meat.
Air fryer type
If you have a Ninja Foodi, you can use the pressure cooker function to cook your beef stew in 30 minutes. You can also use the slow cooker function, which will take around 8 hours. If you use a different brand of air fryer, such as Kalorik, you may need to adjust the cooking time.
Beef chunk size
If you cut your beef into 1-inch cubes, you will need to air fry it for around 10 minutes at 375°F (190°C). If you prefer your beef medium-rare, you may want to reduce the cooking time to 5-9 minutes. If you cut your beef into bite-sized cubes, you can air fry it for 10-20 minutes at 380°F.
Cooking the vegetables
After air frying the beef, you can add vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, onions, and garlic to the air fryer basket. Cook for an additional 10-35 minutes at the same temperature, stirring halfway through.
Finishing the stew
Once the meat and vegetables are cooked, you can finish the stew at 325°F (163°C) for 3-5 minutes. If you want to thicken the sauce, you can mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with water and stir it into the stew during the last few minutes of cooking.
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Air fryer beef stew ingredients
Air fryer beef stew is a convenient and tasty meal, perfect for a busy weeknight. It's a modern twist on a classic dish, delivering tender meat and savoury vegetables in record time.
The ingredients you'll need for this recipe are:
- Beef – cut into 1-inch cubes (2.54 cm). You can use a quick-cooking cut of meat, such as steak, or substitute the beef for chicken, pork, or tofu.
- Avocado or olive oil – for frying the beef and ensuring it stays lubricated during the air-frying process.
- Liquid aminos, soy sauce, or coconut aminos – for adding a rich flavour. Alternatively, you can use Worcestershire sauce.
- Seasonings – garlic powder, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper are a great combination for any type of animal protein.
- Vegetables – carrots, potatoes, onions, and garlic provide a variety of textures and flavours to the stew. You can also add other vegetables like peas, green beans, or mushrooms.
- Tomato paste – adds a rich umami flavour and helps to thicken the stew.
- Thyme – infuses the stew with a warm and earthy aroma, complementing the other ingredients.
- Beef broth – provides a rich liquid base for simmering the ingredients.
You will also need an air fryer and a mixing bowl, tongs, and a cutting board for preparation.
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Air fryer beef stew recipe
Ingredients
- Beef
- Carrots
- Potatoes
- Onion
- Garlic
- Tomato paste
- Thyme
- Red wine (optional)
- Beef broth
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cornstarch (optional)
- Other vegetables of your choice (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the beef into bite-sized cubes. If desired, marinate the beef in a mixture of avocado oil, liquid aminos or soy sauce, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides. Set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté chopped onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and dried thyme. Cook for another minute.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for a minute. Deglaze the pan with red wine, if using.
- Transfer the beef and onion mixture to an oven-safe dish that fits in your air fryer.
- Add chopped carrots, potatoes, and any other desired vegetables to the dish.
- Pour in beef broth until it covers about half of the ingredients.
- Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for about 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked.
- If you want to thicken the sauce, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with a little water and stir it into the stew during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Carefully remove the dish from the air fryer and serve warm.
Tips
- Always check the food early the first time you try a new recipe in your air fryer, as cooking times may vary depending on the model.
- If you want to include biscuits with your stew, start by placing them in a single layer on your air fryer tray and cooking them at 325°F (163°C) for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- If you are using an air fryer oven, use the top rack position and flip the steak halfway through cooking.
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Air fryer beef stew gravy
Beef stew is a hearty meal that can be made in an air fryer with a few tweaks to the classic recipe. The air fryer gives this traditional dish a modern twist, delivering tender meat and savoury vegetables in record time.
Ingredients
- Beef
- Carrots
- Potatoes
- Onion
- Garlic
- Tomato paste
- Thyme
- Red wine (optional)
- Beef broth
- Oil
- Cornstarch or xanthan gum (optional)
Method
Start by cutting the beef into bite-sized cubes. You can brown the meat first in a separate pan to lock in the flavour, but this is not necessary. Place the beef cubes in a mixing bowl and add oil and seasonings. You can marinate the beef for up to 24 hours, but this is also optional. Transfer the beef to the air fryer basket in a single layer, and air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10-20 minutes, depending on your desired level of doneness.
While the beef is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Cut the carrots, potatoes, and onion into ½-inch dice. You can also add other vegetables like peas, green beans, or celery. Mix the vegetables with oil and any desired seasonings.
Once the beef is cooked to your liking, remove it from the air fryer and set it aside. Add the vegetables to the air fryer basket and cook at 375°F (190°C) for about 10 minutes, or until they are softened. You are not looking to brown the vegetables, so avoid cooking them for too long.
Now it's time to make the gravy. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the tomato paste, red wine (if using), hot beef broth, thyme, and xanthan gum (if using). Xanthan gum or cornstarch will help to thicken the gravy. You can also use flour or corn starch if you prefer.
Finally, combine all the ingredients in the air fryer basket and cook at 375°F (190°C) for an additional 35-50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
Your air fryer beef stew gravy is now ready to be served! This recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy a comforting and hearty meal, perfect for chilly days.
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Air fryer beef stew biscuits
Ingredients
- Beef
- Carrots
- Potatoes
- Onions
- Celery
- Oil
- Tomato paste
- Red wine
- Hot beef broth
- Thyme
- Xanthan gum
- Butter
- Parmesan cheese
- Parsley
- Optional: frozen biscuits
Steps
First, prepare the beef. Brush a mixture of balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and onion powder on the steak. You can marinate the steak in the fridge, or cook it right away in the air fryer.
Next, air fry the steak at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes. Use the top rack position if you have an air fryer oven. Then, flip the steak and air fry for another 5-10 minutes, depending on your desired level of doneness.
After air frying, set the beef aside to rest for 10 minutes, then cut it into 1-inch cubes. While the beef is resting, cut the carrots, potatoes, onion, and celery into ½-inch dice and mix with oil.
Now, air fry the vegetables at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes. If the vegetables are not soft enough, add more time as needed.
Once the beef and vegetables are cooked, whisk together the tomato paste, red wine, hot beef broth, thyme, and xanthan gum. This mixture will serve as the beef stew gravy.
Stir the beef, vegetables, and gravy together and place them in an oven-safe baking dish. Top with the optional biscuits and brush them with butter.
Finally, air fry the assembled dish at 325°F (163°C) for 3-5 minutes. This will finish cooking the biscuits and thicken the gravy. If you don't have biscuits, you can also serve the beef stew with grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with parsley.
Tips
- Browning the beef before adding the other ingredients enhances the flavor and texture of the stew.
- If you are using biscuits, spray your air fryer basket or tray with non-aerosol cooking spray before placing the biscuits in a single layer.
- Some air fryers may not cook biscuits well, so consider cooking them in the oven if you have issues with doughy biscuits.
- You can substitute the beef with chicken, pork, or tofu, or omit it entirely for a vegetarian option.
- You can add other vegetables like peas, green beans, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
- To thicken the sauce, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with water and stir it into the stew during the last few minutes of cooking.
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Frequently asked questions
It takes about 45-50 minutes to cook beef stew in an air fryer at 375°F (190°C).
It takes 10 to 20 minutes to cook steak bites in an air fryer at 400°F.
It takes 12 minutes to cook steak in an air fryer at 380°F for a medium-cooked steak. For a medium-rare steak, reduce the cooking time to 9 minutes.
It takes 30 minutes to cook beef stew in a Ninja Foodi using the pressure cooker function.
