Air Fryer Steak

Name: Air Fryer Steak
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 (1-inch thick) ribeye, sirloin, or New York strip steaks (about 2 pounds); 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons kosher salt*; 1 ¼ teaspoons freshly cracked or ground black pepper*; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened slightly); 1 tablespoon minced shallot or chives; 1 small clove garlic (minced or grated); ¼ teaspoon kosher salt; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; ¼ teaspoon lemon juice or red wine vinegar; Chopped fresh herbs: (thyme, tarragon, parsley, rosemary... whatever you love or have on hand (a pinch of thyme is my favorite))

Thick-cut steaks cooked in an air fryer until browned and cooked to temperature, then topped with herb and garlic butter for richness. The high heat creates a crust while the butter baste adds savory depth.

Glycemic Load: 0.1 (Low)

823 calories per serving

Serves: 2

Prep: 5 minutes

Cook: 10 minutes

Original recipe: www.wellplated.com

About This Calculation

Air Fryer Steak has a low glycemic load of 0.1 per serving — minimal blood sugar impact — suitable for most people managing diabetes or blood sugar levels.

The primary glycemic load contributors are shallot (GL 0.1), garlic (GL 0.1). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.

Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.