Air-Fried Perfection: Porterhouse Steak

Cooking a porterhouse steak in an air fryer is an easy way to ensure a beautifully cooked, juicy, and tender steak. The air fryer seals in all the juices and, when combined with garlic and herb butter, adds a rich texture and terrific flavour. The cooking time is around 10 minutes, depending on the size of the steak and how well done you like it.

Preheat the air fryer to 400ºF for 5 minutes

Preheating your air fryer is an important step in cooking a delicious porterhouse steak. By preheating your air fryer to 400ºF for 5 minutes, you create the ideal environment for cooking your steak to perfection. This step ensures that your steak will cook evenly and efficiently once placed in the air fryer basket.

During the preheating process, the air inside the air fryer reaches and maintains the desired temperature of 400ºF. This temperature is crucial as it provides the intense heat needed to sear the surface of the steak, creating a delicious caramelisation and flavourful crust. It also ensures that the steak cooks evenly throughout, preventing overcooking or undercooking.

While the air fryer is preheating, you can prepare your steak. Start by patting the steak dry on both sides with a paper towel. This step removes any excess moisture, helping to achieve a better sear and crust on the steak. Then, rub olive oil or melted butter generously over the entire surface of the steak. This step adds flavour and helps the seasonings adhere to the steak.

Next, it's time to season your steak. Be generous with your seasonings, as this will enhance the flavour of your steak. A classic combination is salt and pepper, but you can also experiment with steak seasoning blends or create your own mix. Don't be afraid to use your hands to rub the seasonings into the steak, ensuring an even coating.

Once your steak is prepared and the air fryer has preheated for 5 minutes, you're ready to place the steak in the air fryer basket and begin cooking. Remember to follow the subsequent cooking instructions carefully to achieve your desired level of doneness. Enjoy your juicy, tender, and flavourful porterhouse steak cooked to perfection in your air fryer!

Pat dry the steak and rub with olive oil or butter

Cooking a porterhouse steak in an air fryer is a great way to ensure a beautifully cooked, juicy and tender steak. To get the best results, it's important to prepare the steak properly before cooking.

Start by patting the steak dry on both sides with a paper towel. This will remove any excess moisture, helping the steak to develop a nice crust when cooked. Once the steak is dry, it's time to add some fat. Rub olive oil or melted butter all over the steak. This will help the seasonings stick to the steak and also promote even browning during cooking. Be sure to coat the steak evenly with oil or butter, using your hands or a pastry brush to get into all the nooks and crannies.

After the steak is coated in fat, it's time to season. Be generous with your salt and pepper, as this will enhance the natural flavour of the steak. You can also add other seasonings like garlic, thyme, rosemary, and parsley to take the flavour to the next level. Use your hands to rub the seasonings into the steak, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Season the steak with salt, pepper, and steak seasoning

To cook a porterhouse steak in an air fryer, you'll need to preheat the air fryer to 400ºF for 5 minutes. While the air fryer is preheating, pat the steak dry on both sides with a paper towel, rub olive oil or melted butter all over the steak, and season generously with salt, pepper, and steak seasoning to taste on both sides. You can also add extra flavour by combining butter, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and parsley in a small bowl, and seasoning with salt and pepper. Refrigerate this until you're ready to use it.

Once the steak is seasoned to your liking, place it in the preheated air fryer basket and cook for 6 minutes on one side. After 6 minutes, flip the steak over and add half of the herb butter to the steak. Continue to cook for another 4 minutes, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Use a meat thermometer to check this.

Finally, remove the steak from the air fryer and tent it with foil. Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes to lock in the juices before serving with the remaining herb butter.

Cook the steak for 6 minutes on one side, then flip

Cooking a porterhouse steak in an air fryer is a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious and juicy steak. After preheating your air fryer to 400ºF for 5 minutes, you'll want to place the steak in the basket and cook it for 6 minutes on one side. This initial sear will help create a beautiful crust on your steak.

After the 6 minutes is up, it's time to flip the steak over. This is a crucial step as it ensures even cooking and helps achieve that perfect medium-rare or medium doneness that many steak lovers crave. As you flip the steak, you have the option to add some delicious garlic herb butter to the second side. This will not only add flavour but also help keep the steak moist and juicy.

The exact cooking time after flipping will depend on your desired level of doneness. For a medium-rare steak, you might cook it for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, while a medium steak could take 5 to 6 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to monitor the internal temperature of the steak, aiming for 135ºF to 140ºF for medium-rare and 140ºF to 150ºF for medium.

Once your steak has reached the desired doneness, remove it from the air fryer and let it rest. Tenting it with foil will help retain the heat while allowing the juices to redistribute, ensuring a tender and flavourful steak. Aim for a resting time of around 5 to 10 minutes for the best results.

Rest the steak under tin foil for 5-10 minutes

After cooking your porterhouse steak in the air fryer, it's important to let it rest under tin foil for 5-10 minutes. This step is crucial as it allows the juices to redistribute throughout the steak, ensuring that it stays juicy and tender.

During this resting period, the steak will continue to cook slightly due to residual heat, so it's important not to skip this step. The foil tent helps to trap the heat and keep the steak warm while it rests.

Resting the steak also gives you time to prepare any side dishes or sauces to accompany your meal. For example, you could make a delicious herb butter by combining butter with garlic, thyme, rosemary, and parsley, and seasoning with salt and pepper.

Finally, after the resting period, you can slice the steak and serve it with the herb butter. Enjoy your juicy, tender, and flavourful porterhouse steak cooked to perfection in your air fryer!

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