This air fryer beef tenderloin has a lovely crispy crust and soft interior. It's perfect to serve Italian style — room temperature with a squeeze of lemon and drizzle of olive oil.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef tenderloin , at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons cracked black pepper
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
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2
Pat dry tenderloin with paper towels and place on a plate. Drizzle oil all over meat, then sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper.
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3
Rub spices and oil into meat.
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Place into the preheated air fryer basket, folding as needed to make it fit. Close the lid.
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5
Reduce heat to 390 degrees F (198 degrees C) and cook for 22 minutes. Reduce heat to 360 degrees F (182 degrees C) and cook for 10 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of tenderloin should read 135 degrees F (57 degrees C) for medium doneness.
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Remove tenderloin to a platter. Allow to rest, uncovered, for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
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