Air Fryer Tri Tip Steak Recipe

Air fryer tri tip steak is a quick and reliable way to cook a juicy, tender roast with a flavorful crust using simple ingredients and easy steps.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 4

Cook Time: 18

Calories: 178kcal

Ingredients

1-2 pounds Tri Tip Roast

Optional Seasoning (if unseasoned)

2 tablespoon Olive Oil
2 tablespoon Steak Seasoning of choice
3-4 Garlic Cloves crushed

Instructions

Preheat the Air Fryer to 400°F for 4 minutes.
Rub olive oil over Tri Tip roast and season with steak seasoning of choice along with garlic. 1-2 pounds Tri Tip Roast, 2 tablespoon Olive Oil, 2 tablespoon Steak Seasoning, 3-4 Garlic Cloves
Place Seasoned Tri Tip in the hot air fryer.
Ai Fryer at 400°F for 8 minutes. Flip Tri Tip over and Air Fryer for an additional 8-10 minutes.
Tri Tip Roast is done when internal temperature reaches desired doneness: 130°F for rare; 140°F for medium rare; 150°F for medium; 160°F for medium well; 170°F for well done.
Remove from Air Fryer and allow roast to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Tent with aluminum foil to retain heat.

Notes

Air Fryer Tri Tip recipe made using a 1.57 lb Tri Tip Roast in a Cosori TurboBlaze Air Fryer for 8 minutes, for a Medium Rare internal temperature of 140°F.

Storage & Make Ahead

Store: Keep leftover tri tip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
Freeze: Wrap the tri tip tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, then place it in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months.
Make Ahead: Season the tri tip and refrigerate it in an airtight container or a sealed plastic bag for up to 24 hours before cooking to enhance the flavor.

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