Reheat Steak In Air Fryer
Learn how to reheat steak in air fryer and savor every delectable bite! This easy air fryer method gives you leftover steak that is just as delicious as the first time you made it. Grill, stovetop, and oven instructions are also included.
Suitable for gluten free, low carb, Paleo, Keto, and Whole30 diets.
There aren’t many meals more satisfying than a big, expertly-seasoned, juicy steak. We looooove steak in my house, but good cuts can be a little on the spendy side. So when we cook steak, I want to use every last bit.
And on the rare (pun intended!) occasions we have extra cooked steak at the end of a meal, you can be sure I will be reheating that precious leftover steak the very next day.
Friends, I’ve reheated leftover steak in the microwave, on the stovetop, tossed it on the grill, and warmed it in the oven. But hands-down, the very best way to reheat steak in the air fryer, and it only takes a few minutes.
Yeap, the air fryer is so great for reheating all sorts of leftovers. You can Reheat Pizza In Air Fryer, or reheat your leftover juicy Air Fryer Steak with a delicious herb lemon Butter. And for a complete meal, serve your steak with Reheat Fries In The Air Fryer or the much lighter Zucchini Fries, coleslaw, and more.
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The Complete Guide
Like my Reheat Chicken Wings In Air Fryer guide, this handy guide is going to help you learn how to reheat steak like a pro so you can savor every last bite!
Why Make This Recipe
- Fast – Reheating cold steak in your Air Fryer takes less time than it would take to preheat the oven.
- Frugal – Leftover steak won’t go to waste. Enjoy it the next day just like you did the first.
- Tender and Juicy – The last thing you want to do is overcook steak while you reheat it. Reheating steak in the air fryer gives you the same tender and juicy meat you enjoyed the first time. This really is the best reheating method.
Ready to learn how to reheat steak in air fryer? Gather up that steak and I will show you…
How To Reheat Steak In An Air Fryer
Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C.
- Place the steak inside the air fryer basket.
- Reheat the steak, checking every 2 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 110F – 130 degrees F / 43 degrees C – 55 degrees C.
- Total reheat time depends on the thickness of your steak and desired level of doneness.
Expert Tips
- Allow the cold steak to come to room temperature for about 20 minutes before reheating.
- Thinner steaks will reheat faster, so cook similar-sized pieces of meat together.
- Watch closely, as cooking times will vary based on thickness.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature so you don’t overcook the meat.
- To keep leftover steak juicy, you can marinate in a bit of beef broth to keep the meat moist during the reheating process.
How To Reheat Steak on the Grill
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Sear the steak for 1 minute on each side, then move the steak to indirect heat and warm it for about 3 minutes before checking the temperature with a thermometer.
- Check every 2 minutes, until the steak reaches an internal temperature of 110 degrees F – 130 degrees F / 43 degrees C – 55 degrees C.
How To Reheat Steak in the Oven Method
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F / 120 degrees C. Place the steak on a wire rack on a baking tray.
- Heat until the steak reaches an internal temperature of 110F – 130F / 43 – 55C. This will take about 20 minutes, depending on the size of the steak.
- For a crispier exterior, melt butter in a skillet and sear the reheated steak on each side for about 1 minute before serving.
How To Reheat Steak in a Skillet
- Place a small amount of cooking oil in a cast iron skillet or nonstick pan that’s been heated on medium heat.
- Add the leftover steak and cover it with a lid. Turn over after 1-2 minutes and check the temperature.
- Flip after each 1-2 minute interval, until the steak is heated through and has reached an internal temperature of 110 degrees F – 130 degrees F / 43 degrees C – 55 degrees C.
Storage
- Store – Leftover steak can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat – Air fryer reheated steak should not be reheated more than once, so only reheat what you will be able to eat.
- Freeze – If you won’t consume leftover steaks within a couple of days, you can wrap in plastic wrap, place them in a freezer bag and freeze. Transfer to the fridge to thaw overnight before reheating steak in air fryer.
FAQs
Yes, you can reheat steak using your grill. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Sear the steak for 1 minute on each side, then move the steak to indirect heat and warm for about 3 minutes before checking the temperature with a thermometer.
Check every 2 minutes until the steak reaches a temperature of 110 degrees F – 130 degrees F / 43 degrees C – 55 degrees C.
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F / 120 degrees C. Place the steak on a wire rack on a baking sheet. Heat until the steak reaches an internal temperature of 110 degrees F – 130 degrees F / 43 degrees C – 55 degrees C.
This will take about 20 minutes, depending on the size of the steak. For a crispier exterior, melt butter in a skillet and sear the reheated steak on each side for about 1 minute before serving.
Place a small amount of oil in a skillet that’s been heated to medium. Add the steak and cover with a lid.
Turn the steak over after 1-2 minutes, and check the temperature. Flip again after each 1-2 minute interval, until the steak is heated through.
This method is fast, but the total cooking time will depend on the thickness of your steak, so always watch closely and use a meat thermometer.
Yes, but since sliced steak has a lot of surface area, it can be easier to overheat the steak. This is one time where crowding the air fryer isn’t a bad thing, but you will still want to watch the meat closely.
My favorite method for reheating sliced steak is to use a hot skillet and let the steak barely hit the pan before you flip it and remove it.
Reheating steak is essentially cooking it further, so in order to keep your steak medium rare when reheating, make sure the internal temperature stays below 130 degrees F / 55 degrees C.
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- Instant Pot Swiss Steak.
Serving Suggestions
We love serving this steak with Air Fryer Frozen French Fries, really Easy Garlic Smashed Potatoes, Air Fryer Beets, and crunchy Air Fryer Asparagus.
The whole family love serving it with mashed potatoes, crispy french fries Chipotle Aioli and 5 minute Sriracha Aioli.
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How To Reheat Steak In Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 16 ounces (454g) Leftover Steak
Instructions
Air Fryer Method
- Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C, then place the steak into the air fryer basket.
- Reheat steak, checking every 2 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 110 degrees F – 130 degrees F / 43 degrees C – 55 degrees C. Total reheat time depends on the thickness of your steak.
Grill Method
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Sear the steak for 1 minute on each side, then move the steak to get indirect heat and warm for about 3 minutes before checking the temperature with a thermometer.
- Check every 2 minutes, until the steak reaches a temperature of 110 degrees F – 130 degrees F / 43 degrees C – 55 degrees C.
Oven Method
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F / 120 degrees C. Place the steak on a wire rack on a baking sheet.
- Heat until the steak reaches an internal temperature of 110 degrees F – 130 degrees F / 43 degrees C – 55 degrees C. This will take about 20 minutes, depending on the size of the steak.
- For a crispier exterior, melt butter in a skillet and sear the reheated steak on each side for about 1 minute before serving.
Skillet Method
- Place a small amount of oil in a skillet that’s been heated to medium.
- Add the steak and cover with a lid. Turn over after 1-2 minutes and check the temperature.
- Flip after each 1-2 minute interval, until the steak is heated through and has reached an internal temperature of 110 degrees F – 130 degrees F / 43 degrees C – 55 degrees C.
Notes
- Allow the cold steak to come to room temperature for about 20 minutes before reheating.
- Thinner steaks will reheat faster, so cook similar-sized pieces of meat together.
- Watch closely, as cooking times will vary based on thickness.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature so you don’t overcook the meat.
- To keep leftover steak juicy, you can marinate in a bit of beef broth to keep the meat moist during the reheating process.
- Storage – keep leftover steak in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap in the fridge for up to 5 days.
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