Source: Bit24, AdobeStock Pork cooked in an air fryer turns out tender on the inside with an appetizing crust, and these steaks are also very easy to prepare. We've gathered recipes with various spices and marinades so you're not limited to just one option. A versatile dish for a hearty dinner without unnecessary fuss!
1. Air Fryer Pork Steaks with Rosemary
Source: AdobeStock Pork neck with fatty layers is ideal for this recipe.
You will need: 500 g pork, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 sprigs rosemary, 1 tsp mixed peppercorns, 1 tsp coarse salt.
Preparation: Slice the pork into steaks about 20 mm thick. Brush them with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, place on the rack, and add rosemary on top. Cook the steaks for 18-20 minutes in the air fryer at 200 degrees Celsius, flipping once during cooking.
2. Air Fryer Pork Steaks in Kefir Marinade
Source: AdobeStock Kefir perfectly tenderizes meat fibers, making it melt in your mouth.
You will need: 500 g pork, 150 ml kefir, 1 onion, 1 tsp khmeli-suneli, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Slice the onion into rings and mix it with kefir and spices. Slice the pork into steaks, marinate in kefir for 2 hours, then pat dry with paper towels. Bake the steaks for 20 minutes in the air fryer at 190 degrees Celsius, and for a beautiful crust, you can drizzle with oil 5 minutes before the end of cooking.
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3. Air Fryer Pork Steaks with BBQ Sauce
Source: AdobeStock An American recipe with a smoky flavor and an appetizing sweet crust.
You will need: 2 pork steaks, 4 tbsp BBQ sauce, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 0.5 tsp dried garlic.
Preparation: Rub the pork with paprika and garlic, and bake for 12-15 minutes in the air fryer at 190 degrees Celsius. Then remove and generously brush the steaks with BBQ sauce, return them and bake for another 6-8 minutes.
4. Air Fryer Pork Steaks with Pineapple
Source: AdobeStock An exotic, yet familiar combination of meat and fruity sweetness.
You will need: 2 pork steaks, 2 rings canned pineapple, 50 g hard cheese, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 pinch ground ginger.
Preparation: Drizzle the pork with soy sauce, sprinkle with ginger, and cook for 15 minutes in the air fryer at 200 degrees Celsius. Place a pineapple ring on each steak, sprinkle with grated cheese, and bake for another 3-5 minutes.
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5. Mexican-Style Air Fryer Pork Steaks
Source: AdobeStock Spicy pork steak with lime and chili.
You will need: 400 g pork, juice of 1/2 lime, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp chili flakes, 1 tsp ground coriander, salt.
Preparation: Mix lime juice, olive oil, and all spices. Slice the pork into steaks, marinate in this mixture for 30-40 minutes, then bake for 15-18 minutes in the air fryer at 200 degrees Celsius. The finished steaks pair perfectly with guacamole!
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6. Air Fryer Pork Steaks in Honey-Mustard Marinade
Source: AdobeStock A classic that never gets old due to its balance of spice and sweetness.
You will need: 500 g pork, 1 tbsp hot mustard, 1 tbsp grainy mustard, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp lemon juice.
Preparation: Slice the pork into steaks, not too thick. Mix both types of mustard with honey and lemon juice, marinate the steaks for 1 hour, and then lightly pat dry with paper towels. Bake them for 15-17 minutes in the air fryer at 190 degrees Celsius. Keep in mind that honey caramelizes quickly, so watch to ensure the crust doesn't become too dark.
7. Air Fryer Pork Steaks in Onion Marinade
Source: AdobeStock A marinade like for shashlik, which always complements pork well.
You will need: 500 g pork, 2-3 onions, 1 tbsp vinegar, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Blend the onions into a paste and mix it with salt, ground pepper, and vinegar. Slice the pork into steaks, marinate in this mixture for 3-4 hours, then pat dry with paper towels. Bake the pork steaks for 20 minutes in the air fryer at 190-200 degrees Celsius, making sure to flip them during cooking.
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8. Air Fryer Pork Steaks in Soy-Sesame Marinade
Source: AdobeStock Sprinkle the finished steaks with chopped herbs for a complete picture.
You will need: 500 g pork, 4 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tbsp sesame seeds.
Preparation: Mix soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and garlic pressed through a garlic press. Slice the pork into steaks and marinate them for half an hour, then bake for 15 minutes on the air fryer rack at 190 degrees Celsius. 2 minutes before the end, sprinkle the steaks with sesame seeds.