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Close-up of a perfectly cooked, medium-rare steak served with golden french fries, ideal for a Romantic Steak Dinner for Two.

Romantic Air Fryer Steak Dinner for Two with Herb Butter

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 45 min
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Prepare restaurant-quality New York Strip steaks and crispy French fries at home using an air fryer for an intimate date night meal.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 1.5-2” New York Strip Steaks
  • 1 tablespoon coarse salt
  • 1 bag frozen French Fries
  • 3 teaspoons thyme, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon roasted garlic
  • 1 teaspoon flakey salt
  • 4 oz softened unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon truffle oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine 2 teaspoons thyme, 1 teaspoon parsley, 1 teaspoon roasted garlic, 1 teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon flakey salt, and 4 ounces of softened butter in a small bowl. Mix well. Wrap the mixture in plastic wrap and shape it into a log. Refrigerate until serving.
  2. Generously season both sides of each steak with coarse salt. Use 2-3 paper towels to press firmly onto the steaks to dry the outside surface. Let the steaks rest and reach room temperature.
  3. Set your air fryer to the Fries Preset using the Air Fry function and press start. Press the dial once and add 5 minutes to the timer.
  4. When the added 5 minutes elapse, add the frozen French fries to the air frying basket. Place the basket in the air fryer and cook for 8 minutes. Mix the fries and return them to the air fryer until the cycle finishes. Place the cooked fries in a large bowl and season lightly with ½ teaspoon flakey salt while they are hot.
  5. Select Air Fry and adjust the dial to the Steak setting. Extend the time by 15 minutes and press start. Wait until the STEAK light stops flashing, which may take up to 5 minutes. Place both steaks into the air frying basket and place the basket in rung 3. Cook the steaks 5-8 minutes per side, adjusting for your preferred doneness. Place the cooked steaks on a cutting board and let them rest for 8-10 minutes before slicing.
  6. While the steak rests, return the French fries to the air fryer on the Fries setting and cook for 5-7 minutes until the fries are hot and crisp. Remove the fries and toss them with 1 teaspoon of thyme, one teaspoon of parsley, and ½ teaspoon of truffle oil, if you are using it.
  7. Serve the steak with a slice of the herb butter and a generous serving of French fries.

Notes

  • The herb butter adds a rich flavor to the steak as it melts.
  • Drying the steak surface before seasoning helps achieve a better sear.
  • Resting the steak after cooking allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender steak.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 steak and fries portion
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 1100
  • Fat: 40
  • Saturated Fat: 18
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 40
  • Cholesterol: 150

Keywords: Romantic Steak Dinner for Two, Steak Date Night Recipe, Air Fryer Steak, Herb Butter Steak, Steak and Fries, Valentine Steak Dinner

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