Air Fryer Roast Beef

Platter of sliced air fryer sirloin tip roast served medium-rare, with roasted vegetables in the background.

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This Air Fryer Roast Beef is deliciously seasoned with a simple spice blend and requires minimal hands-on prep. Cooking it in the air fryer makes it easy to nail a perfectly pink, medium-rare result.

Prep Time10

Cook Time50

Resting Time40

Total Time1 40

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 322kcal

Author: Valerie Brunmeier

Ingredients

2 ½ to 3 ½ pound sirloin tip roast
2 tablespoons olive oil or enough to generously coat all sides

Roast Beef Seasoning Mix

1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon dried crushed rosemary
1 teaspoon dried thyme
¾ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
¾ teaspoon granulated garlic or garlic powder
¾ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon paprika

Instructions

Remove your roast from the refrigerator and allow it to rest on the counter for 30 to 45 minutes to take the chill off. If the roast is tied with twine, leave it in place.
Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees for 5 minutes. Combine all the Roast Beef Seasoning Mix ingredients in a small bowl.
Pat the roast with paper towels to dry the surface and drizzle with olive oil, using your hands to rub the olive oil over the roast, coating all sides. Sprinkle all sides, including the ends, with the seasoning mix.
Once preheated, transfer the roast to the air fryer and cook at 400 degrees F for 15 minutes or until nicely browned.
Open the air fryer, flip the roast, and roast at 320 degrees F for another 25 to 35 minutes (an additional 10 minutes per pound) or until the internal temperature reads no more than 135 degrees F. (medium rare). Begin checking temperature after 25 minutes by inserting an instant read thermometer into the center of the roast. I don't recommend cooking roast beef beyond 135 to 140 degrees F for the most tender, delicious result.
Transfer to a cutting board, lightly tent with aluminum foil, and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain and serve.

Notes

Roast Size and Servings: A 2½-pound roast serves about 5, a 3-pound roast serves 6, and a 3½-pound roast can serve 6 to 7.

Storing Leftovers

This roast beef is especially good cold, making it perfect for sandwiches straight from the fridge.

Refrigerate: Store leftover roast beef in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.

Reheating: If you prefer it warm, reheat gently to avoid overcooking. Thin slices warm best with a quick pass in the microwave at reduced power or briefly in a skillet.

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