How long to cook steak in an air fryer

Fresh, air fry at

200°C

for 8 to 12 min (2 steaks, 230g each).

What each source says

Who says	How much	Temp	Time	Notes
Ninja's AF200UK chart Fresh	2 steaks, 230g each Whole	200°C	8 to 12 min	Oil: Brushed with oil.
Ninja's AF100UK chart Fresh	2 steaks, 8oz each Whole	200°C	10 to 20 min
Ninja UK's cooking times table Fresh		190°C	8 to 20 min

Sources tested different amounts in different machines, which is why the times don't match. Go by the row closest to how much you're cooking.

Air fryer or oven?

Source	Oven	Air fryer
Ninja UK's cooking times table	200°C, fan 180°C for 10 to 18 min	190°C for 8 to 20 min

How done you like it is up to you, so check early. A probe thermometer takes the guesswork out. For doneness temperatures, see the roast beef page.

Getting it right

Ninja recommends 3 minutes of preheating. (Ninja's AF100UK chart)
For even browning, spread food in an even layer with no overlapping. (Ninja's AF100UK chart)
Shake the food at least twice during cooking. (Ninja's AF200UK chart)
Cook a smaller amount for less time and a larger amount for longer, and check often. (Ninja's AF100UK chart)
Start checking 2 minutes before the time is up, and make sure food has reached a safe temperature. (Ninja's AF200UK chart)

Cooking something with only oven instructions on the pack? Try the oven to air fryer converter. Two things to finish at once? The dual basket timer tells you when to start each.

Every time on this page is copied from the linked source, checked 2026-10-29. Pack instructions are as printed for that product. Other brands of the same food can differ. All our sources.