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Air Fryer Roast Beef Recipe

Tender, flavorful roast beef with roasted carrots and potatoes, cooked effortlessly in your air fryer.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 391kcal
Author: Lucy Brewer

Ingredients

  • 2-3 pounds beef roast (such as eye of round, top round, bottom round)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 cups potatoes, cut into pieces
  • additional olive oil, salt, and pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F for at least 5 minutes.
  • Pat 2-3 pounds beef roast (such as eye of round, top round, bottom round) dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Rub the entire surface of the roast with 2 tablespoons olive oil, ensuring it's evenly coated.
    A raw beef roast sits on a white plate beside a bowl of oil and a blue basting brush on a marble countertop.
  • In a small bowl, mix together 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
    A white bowl with dried herbs, ground pepper, salt, and garlic powder on a marble surface next to a metal whisk.
  • Rub the seasoning mixture all over the beef roast, covering it thoroughly. Pat it in so that it adheres well.
    A piece of raw meat coated with dry seasoning sits on a white plate atop a marble surface.
  • Place the seasoned beef roast in the preheated air fryer basket. Cook at 400 degrees F for 20 minutes to sear the exterior and lock in juices.
    A seasoned piece of meat placed inside an air fryer basket on a marble countertop.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine 4 carrots, peeled and sliced and 2 cups potatoes, cut into pieces. Season with olive oil, salt and pepper until evenly combined.
  • After 20 minutes, reduce the temperature to 350 degrees F. Add the potatoes and carrots around the roast and continue cooking for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the roast reaches your desired level of doneness. For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of 130-135 degrees F, and for medium, aim for 140-145 degrees F.
    A cooked roast surrounded by chopped potatoes and carrots in an air fryer basket on a marble countertop.
  • Once the roast reaches the desired doneness, transfer it to a cutting board and tent loosely with aluminum foil. Allow the roast to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a juicier roast. Allow the potatoes and carrots to cook for an additional 5-7 minutes if they are not cooked through.
    Sliced roast beef with a pink center arranged on a wooden cutting board, served with roasted potatoes and carrots.
  • Slice the roast beef against the grain into thin slices and serve hot.

Notes

  • Make sure you select a cut of beef that fits in the air fryer. I wouldn’t go more than 3 pounds.
  • Cooking time may vary depending on the size and thickness of your beef roast and the model of your air fryer. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the roast reaches your desired level of doneness. Medium-rare, internal temperature of 130-135°F (55-57°C), and medium 140-145°F (60-63°C).
  • Store any leftover roast beef in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven before serving.
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