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By: MadelinePosted: 09/01/2021Updated: 09/01/2021

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This Air Fryer Flank Steak recipe is the easiest way to make a juicy flank steak in less than 30 minutes. Use a dry rub to flavor the steak and then cook it quickly in an air fryer.

Sliced air fryer flank steak on a cutting board with a sharp knife

Skip the grill and make your flank steak inside in your air fryer

I use my grill as often as I can, but sometimes due to weather or time constraints, I can’t fire it up. If I can’t use my grill, I use my air fryer to make the perfect flank steak in less than 30 minutes.

Prepare a simple steak dry rub by combining brown sugar with a few spices. Rub the flank steak with the dry rub and cook quickly in a preheated air fryer.

What should I serve with this air fryer flank steak?

Prepare this simple flank steak recipe as a topper for salads or as a dinner entree. If you are making this as an entree, here are some side dishes that I like to serve with flank steak.

  • Quinoa Chickpea Salad
  • Sourdough Panzanella Salad
  • Strawberry Quinoa Salad
  • Veggie Couscous Salad
Above view of ingredients for flank steak in air fryer

Kitchen Tools

  • Air fryer
  • Meat tenderizer
  • Measuring spoons
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife and cutting board

Which Air Fryer Is Best?

Honestly you can use an air fryer to make this flank steak but there are a few that I like best. You want to make sure that your air fryer basket is large enough for the flank steak to lie completely flat.

I use the Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven nearly every day. The Philips and Ninja Air fryers are also very popular and a good size for this steak.

Bowl of steak dry rub

Ingredients

  • Flank steak
  • Brown sugar
  • Fresh cracked black pepper
  • Salt
  • Granulated onion
  • Granulated garlic
  • Paprika

How else can I use this steak dry rub?

A dry rub is a great way to season a steak without taking time to marinate the steak. You want to apply a dry rub just before cooking the steak.

You can use this dry rub for larger roasts in the over, for barbecue on the smoker and even for ribs.

Step by step assembly of air fryer flank steak recipe

How to make Flank Steak in an Air fryer

Step 1: Prepare the dry rub and tenderize the steak

To begin, prepare the dry rub by combining brown sugar, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Then, gently tenderize the flank steak with a meat tenderizer.

Step 2: Rub dry rub over the flank steak and air fry

Preheat your air fryer to 350F. Then, take the mixed dry rub and rub half of it into one side of the flank steak.

Use your hands to really massage the rub into the steak. Flip the steak over and use the second half of the steak rub on the other side.

Next, place the steak in your air fryer basket and air fry at 350F for 4 minutes, flip and air fry for an additional 4 minutes. Use an instant thermometer to check the internal temperature of the steak. I check for an internal temperature of 130F for a medium rare flank steak.

Step 3: Slice against the grain and serve

Allow the steak to rest for at least 5 minutes. Then, look for the grain of the steak and slice the steak into strips against the grain. Finally, serve the steak in strips with sides or on a salad.

Air fryer flank steak on a cutting board next to a flank steak chopped salad

Flank Steak salad recipe

My favorite way to serve this steak is sliced on top of a simple salad. Start with a base of romaine lettuce or baby mixed greens like baby kale.

Top the green with thinly sliced red onion, cherry tomatoes, chopped cucumber and crumble feta. Layer the flank steak on top and garnish the salad with some freshly sliced green onion.

Drizzle your favorite dressing on top! I like to use my apple cider salad dressing or homemade ranch dressing.

Storage and reheating

Allow the flank steak to cool completely, then, store in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat by cooking it very quickly in strips in a warm cast iron skillet.

You can easily overcook flank steak so I prefer to eat the leftovers cold in a salad or in a wrap.

Check out these other simple air fryer recipes!

  • Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
  • Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
  • Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
  • Crispy Air Fryer Tofu

You can find the full recipe below. If you make this recipe, please rate and review it in the comments, or share it with me on Instagram!

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Sliced air fryer flank steak on a cutting board with a sharp knife
Recipe

Air Fryer Flank Steak

★★★★★ 5 from 11 reviews

Make a juicy flank steak in an air fryer with simple ingredients.

 

Recipe By: Madeline
Prep: 10 minutesCook: 15 minutesTotal: 25 minutes
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Servings: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

  • 1 lb flank steak – look for one that is about an inch thick
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika (standard not smoked)

Instructions

  1. Take the flank steak out about 30 minutes prior to cooking to bring it to room temperature. Prepare the dry rub by mixing the brown sugar, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika in a small bowl. 
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 350F. Take the flank steak and gently tenderize it on both sides using a meat tenderizer. Rub the dry rub into the flank steak with your hands. Be sure to rub it in on all sides.
  3. Place the steak in the air fryer basket and air fry at 350F for 4 minutes, flip the steak and air fry for another 4 minutes. Check the internal temp of the steak (I like 130F for a medium rare flank steak). Cook for longer if needed.
  4. Place the cooked steak on a cutting board and allow it to rest for at least 5 minutes. Determine the grain of the steak and slice the steak into strips against the grain.
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  1. Kylie+Ann+Stanley says

    Posted on 9/13 at 8:39 pm

    we loved this flank steak in the air fryer! what a smart way to prepare it. excellent on salads!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 9/14 at 11:19 am

      I love it on salads too! Thanks!

      Reply
  2. Emily says

    Posted on 9/13 at 10:41 pm

    So easy and delish!! Thanks for sharing

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 9/14 at 11:20 am

      So glad you liked it!

      Reply
  3. Dawn says

    Posted on 9/28 at 6:09 pm

    Air fryer recipes are my favorite and this one will definitely be added to our regular rotation. It’s delicious and can be paired with so many different sides.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  4. Amy says

    Posted on 11/14 at 6:22 pm

    Wow I’ve never made flank steak before and one day decided to grab it at the store. Then I had to decide how to cook it. I live my Ninja Air fryer so I thought why not! Found your recipe and it is perfect! The seasoning is great and it was tender and delicious! Thank you!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 11/15 at 9:31 am

      So glad to hear that!! thank you!!

      Reply
  5. Heather Roberts says

    Posted on 11/22 at 10:37 am

    This flank steak is seriously the best. Bursting with flavor. It is a great quick dinner. But the end result seems like you spent a lot of effort and time making it. This will definitely be made again. I served mine over a green salad suggested.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 11/22 at 9:05 pm

      awwww thank you so much!! I am so glad

      Reply
  6. Flannery says

    Posted on 12/20 at 12:22 pm

    This was amazing! I don’t have a grill and my steaks never turn out quite right when I cook them on the stove top. This was fool-proof and definitely was the easiest way to make a delicious steak!! Thanks Madeline!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/20 at 2:27 pm

      awesome! thanks Flannery!

      Reply
  7. AJ says

    Posted on 1/2 at 6:52 pm

    Made this tonight for dinner and it was a hit for the whole family. I love how quick it was to make. Definitely a make again!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/6 at 1:33 pm

      thanks AJ!

      Reply
  8. Nicole Miller says

    Posted on 1/3 at 7:17 pm

    Loved it! Had with asparagus and mashed potatoes. Was super juicy. Used Ninja Digital Air Fryer and had to do 6 min on both sides for medium/medium rare.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/6 at 1:35 pm

      yum love that combination!

      Reply
  9. Christine says

    Posted on 2/4 at 7:29 pm

    This recipe is 💯!! Delicious rub and super easy to make. Incredible steak without having to grill. We will make this many times- love it!!!!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  10. Eric says

    Posted on 2/10 at 7:39 pm

    Thanks, Madeline for the recipe, the steak came out perfectly medium rare and very tasty!

    ★★★★★

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    • Madeline says

      Posted on 2/14 at 2:45 pm

      yay that’s great! thanks Eric!

      Reply
  11. Emily says

    Posted on 10/12 at 10:33 pm

    My whole family loves this recipe!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/20 at 1:45 pm

      yay I love hearing that! thanks Emily!

      Reply

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