How To Cook London Broil In Air Fryer Like A Pro

We have another inexpensive cut of meat on our hands. We are going to be learning how to cook London broil in air fryer. Having steak for dinner is like being a royal family if the steak is cooked properly. At least that’s what I feel like, I only have steak once every few months. The reason for this, a good cut of steak can be expensive and can also be something fun to play with in terms of cooking. That’s why we’re doing London broil because it’s an affordable cut of steak meat. This allows us to do a lot of experimenting, and what better way to do some experimenting than with an air fryer.  I don’t know about you but I am ready to get this thing started, so just sit down relax and enjoy the show.

What Is London Broil

I know many of you are asking, what is a London broil and, in this section, we are going to tell you what it is. You may think that you know what a London broil is because of its name you will be wrong. London broil is a cooking method that you would cook your steak. It is shocking to don’t be sad about it I thought it was a cut of meat as well. You should also know that I London broil is a tough steak so it would be in your best interest to marinate it as well. You can broil or grill your London broil.

We spoke about marinating your London broil the reason why we would do that is to ensure that your steak is still juicy and tender. You can cook your steak at any temperature you want whether it’s well done, medium well, medium, and medium-rare.

Cuts like top round are lean can be tough, the best thing that you will need to do when cooking it. Is to cook it hot and fast, which would be perfect if you’re using an air fryer.

Ingredients Needed To Marinate Your London Broil

In the previous section, we lightly touch on marinating to your London broil which will help your cut of state to be juicy and tender. We will continue looking into marinating your London broil.

The reason why we want to marinate our London broil steak is to give it flavor and to break down the tissues that are connected to this meat.

Here are some ingredients that you can use to create marinate for your steak. Even though these are my ingredients you can tweak the herbs that you don’t like by placing something that you like.

• olive oil (3 tbsp)
• red wine vinegar (3 tbsp)
• garlic powder (1 tablespoon)
• smoked paprika (1 teaspoon)
• parsley (1 tbsp, fresh, chopped)
• oregano (1 tbsp, fresh, chopped)
• thyme (½ tbsp fresh)
• sea salt (2 tsp)
• ground black pepper (1 tsp)

How To Air Fry London Broil

When you air fry your food in the air fryer I won’t say that is overcomplicated but is simple. The London broil will be just simple so do not skip any of the steps or and your London bought won’t you juicy and tender.

You now know the ingredients that are needed to make a marinade. You will need to marinate your London broil for two hours.

I made mention of this as well, you probably thought I was joking but you need to cook your London broil hot and fast. You need it like this you have a higher chance of not drying out your meat.

When you’re setting your London broil the air fryer basket ensures that it fits, any means necessary. If you’re having some form of difficulties bit the steak into the air fryer basket and see if you can cut it so that it fits.

Once the air fryer has been set to the highest temperature, let it cook for the time you have set. Flip your London broil during the halfway mark of the cooking time so the other side can be cooked as well.

How Long To Air Fry London Broil

I have already made mention of this about two times now, a third time won’t hurt. When you’re cooking the London broil you need to cook it hot and fast for about 10 – 15 minutes. Your cooking time can either be less or depending on your top round size and the temperature that you want to cook your steak.

You can air fry your London broil for 15 minutes at 450°F, to have your steak medium-rare. Halfway through your cooking time, flip it so they can cook on the outside.

You should get yourself a digital thermometer if you do not have one. If you’re looking to get your steak will medium-rare, its internal temperature would have to be 135°F. If you want your steak medium to medium-well then the internal temperature needs to be 145°F.

The internal temperature on a London broil should read 135 degrees for medium-rare and 145 degrees for medium to well done.

How To Cook London Broil In Air Fryer: Recipe Section

Here is a recipe that you can try for yourself.

London Broil, Air Fryer Style

Yield: 4 servings

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Marinating time: 2 hours

Ingredients:

• top round steak (1)
• olive oil (3 tbsp)
• red wine vinegar (3 tbsp)
• garlic (2 tablespoons, minced)
• smoked paprika (1 teaspoon)
• parsley (1 tbsp, fresh, chopped)
• oregano (1 tbsp, fresh, chopped)
• thyme (½ tbsp fresh)
• sea salt (2 tsp)
• ground black pepper (1 tsp)

Instructions:

1. Add the parsley, olive oil, paprika, red wine vinegar, garlic, thyme, and oregano, in a bowl. Mix the ingredients until it is fully combined.
2. Add the round meat into the bowl and mix until the steak is properly coated.
3. Cover up your marinate steak and put it in the fridge. Let it marinate for 2-3 hours.
4. Take out the marinated steak and set your air fryer temperature at 450 degrees F to preheat.
5. Cook 7 minutes on each side.
6. Remove from heat and let rest 10 minutes before serving.
7. Serve and Enjoy!

Conclusion

We got another one in the bag, a nice inexpensive cut of meat you can experiment with. London broil is the method of cooking not the cut of meat. That’s it for me, see you at the next one.