Ingredients:

  • 1 ribeye steak, about 1-1.5 inches thick (approximately 300-400g / 10-14 oz)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (5 ml)
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (2.5 ml)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (2.5 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon of butter (optional) (15g)
  • 1 sprig of thyme (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Pat the ribeye dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Rub the mixture all over the steak.
  3. Allow the steak to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes. This helps the steak cook more evenly.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Place the steak in the air fryer basket. Cook for 4-6 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer for desired doneness.
  6. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. Rare: 125-130°F (52-54°C), Medium-Rare: 130-135°F (54-57°C), Medium: 135-145°F (57-63°C), Medium-Well: 145-155°F (63-68°C), Well-Done: 155°F+ (68°C+)
  7. During the last minute of cooking, add butter and thyme.
  8. Remove the steak from the air fryer and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Resting is crucial for a juicy steak.
  9. Slice the steak against the grain and serve immediately.