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    Home » Recipe Index » Beef Dishes

    Air Fryer Corned Beef

    February 27, 2022 Updated April 16, 2024 By Rebecca Clyde MS, RDN, CD Beef Dishes, Entertaining, Holiday Recipe, One Pot/One Pan Meals

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    close up of corned beef and veggies on plate

    Have you ever thought of making air fryer corned beef? Try it this St Patrick's Day. You'll end up with flavorful corned beef with veggies that cooks quicker than on the stove.

    corned beef and vegetables on a plate

    Table of contents

    • How will this dish make your life easier?
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Substitutions/Tips
    • How do I make Instant Pot Corned Beef?
    • FAQ
    • How can I repurpose?
    • What can I make with leftover ingredients?

    Add a Shamrock Shake for ultimate St Patty's American nostalgia.

    How will this dish make your life easier?

    If you love to make corned beef for St Patrick's Day every year, but want a fast, easy, and hands off method? This air fryer corned beef with veggies is the answer.

    This small batch recipe requires no additional spices, when you use the pickling spice pack.

    Want to make corned beef in your Instant Pot instead? Try this Instant Pot Corned Beef recipe. It's just as easy. You only need to add water to this recipe.

    Buy a 1-2 pounds and have enough leftover corned beef for a reuben sandwich or corned beef hash. You can also buy 3-4 pounds (which is much easier found) and freeze for later or make 6-8 servings.

    Wonder if you should get an Air Fryer? Here's some info for you.

    Ingredients

    Scroll down to the Air Fryer corned beef recipe card for the amounts of each ingredient, but here's a quick visual + description of what's in this recipe.

    corned beef ingredients on cutting board
    • Corned Beef: to make a small batch (for 2-3 people) use 1-1.5 pounds of corned beef. Add the spices for a punch of flavor!.
    • Green Cabbage: It's classic with corned beef. Add it straight to your Air Fryer for crispy edges.
    • Yukon Gold Potatoes: I love yukon gold potatoes, they get nice and soft in this recipe. But don't look super great after. You can boil them to look better, or even make some mashed potatoes like 'Roasted' Garlic Mashed Potatoes.
    • Carrot: if you like cooked carrots, definitely use one. You can roast them for a different texture.

    Instructions

    Scroll down to the recipe card for more detailed instructions. Here's a quick overview + photos to see how to make this recipe in general.

    The first step to make your air fryer corned beef is to cut up your vegetables and corned beef, if needed.

    corned beef in Air Fryer basket

    Place a sheet of aluminum foil in the basket. It needs to be big enough to completely cover the beef and vegetables. Place beef in foil, sprinkle portion of seasoning packet over beef, fold edges together to create a packet.

    Note: rinse meat off for slightly less salty corned beef.

    Replace basket in fryer. Cook air fryer corned beef at 360 degrees for 60 minutes.

    corned beef and vegetables in Air Fryer basket

    After it's cooked for 60 minutes, add vegetables to your air fryer corned beef, just enough to fit in the basket. Seal foil packet. Cook at 400 degrees for 40 minutes.

    corned beef on cutting board

    Test doneness of potatoes and slice a thin slice off corned beef to determine doneness. Taste test, if it's too chewy, cook at 20 minute increments until your air fryer corned beef is tender. Remove vegetables if they're done.

    Substitutions/Tips

    • Cabbage, baby potatoes, and carrots are great with this air fryer corned beef.
    • If you bought a 3+ pound corned beef, slice 1-1.5 pounds off to cook. It needs to fit into your air fryer.
    • Look for corned beef with seasoning in a packet instead of already added to the beef, it'll be too salty without boiling it in lots of water.
    • Your corned beef may be up to temperature (145 degrees F) after 60 minutes, but it won't be very tender.
    • Other great add-ins: other vegetables or no vegetables.

    How do I make Instant Pot Corned Beef?

    Here's the recipe for IP Corned Beef. It's super tender and easy to make.

    FAQ

    Can I Air Fry Corned Beef?

    Yes, you definitely can. This recipe shows you how. You may have to cut it to fit in your air fryer, so it'll be better if you're cooking corned beef for 1-2 people.

    What is the best way to cook corned beef to tender?

    You can cook corned beef in an Air Fryer in foil or in an Instant Pot for the most tender beef. Air Frying your corned beef in a foil packet helps seal in the heat and juices for a more tender meat.

    Can you reheat corned beef in an air fryer?

    I would recommend reheating corned beef in the microwave in an air tight container to maintain it's tenderness. But if you like crispy edges, and don't mind if it's tougher, you can reheat it in an Air Fryer.

    close up of corned beef and veggies on plate

    How can I repurpose?

    Add leftover Air Fryer corned beef to a reuben sandwich or make corned beef hash for breakfast. You can freeze leftover cooked or uncooked corned beef.

    Place cooked corned beef slices in air fryer to heat up for leftovers. Cook at 400 for 1-3 minutes.

    What can I make with leftover ingredients?

    • Cabbage: Korean Beef Bulgogi, Red Wine Vinegar Coleslaw, Warm Kale Salad, or Veggie Tacos.
    • Carrots: Red Wine Vinegar Coleslaw, Pan Fried Pork Chops with Apples, Roasted Winter Veggies, or this White Bean & Farro Salad.
    • Potatoes: Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Baked Salmon in Parchment Paper, No-Mayo Potato Salad, Pan Seared Pork Chops, and Cajun Shrimp Foil Packets.

    Did you make this air fryer corned beef? Leave me a comment & rating to share how it turned out!

    plate of corned beef and veggies

    Air Fryer Corned Beef

    Have you ever thought of making air fryer corned beef? Try it this St Patrick's Day. You'll end up with flavorful corned beef with veggies that cooks quicker than on the stove.
    4.34 from 6 votes
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    Course: dinner, main, Main Course
    Cuisine: American, Irish
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 2 hours hours
    Total Time: 2 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 people
    Author: Rebecca Clyde MS, RDN

    Equipment

    • Large Air Fryer
    • tongs
    • Tin Foil
    • cutting board
    • knife

    Ingredients

    • 1-1.5 pounds corned beef with spices (separate)
    • 1-2 wedges green cabbage
    • 2-3 small yukon gold potatoes
    • 1 whole carrot

    Instructions

    • Cut potatoes and carrots into equal sized pieces. Cabbage can be cut into larger wedges. Cut beef if needed.
    • Note: rinse meat off for slightly less salty corned beef.
    • Place aluminum foil in fryer basket. Put 1-1.5 pound cut of corned beef on foil. Sprinkle spice packet over beef (use ratio of amount of beef used vs amount you bought). Close foil around beef. Replace basket in fryer. Set to 360 degrees, cook for 60 minutes.
    • After 60 minutes, add vegetables, enough to fill the basket. Cover with foil, and cook at 400 degrees for 40 minutes. Cook for another 20-30 minutes, if needed.
    • Once potatoes and beef are tender, remove.

    Notes

    • Rinse meat off for slightly less salty corned beef.
    • Use a long sheet of foil in fryer basket. It should be big enough to fit in basket and cover beef and vegetables. 
    • You can cut 1-1.5 pounds of corned beef off of a larger piece of corned beef.
    • If cutting off a smaller portion from your corned beef, add reciprocal amount of spices. For example: if you bought a 4 pound corned beef piece, use just over ¼ of the spices for your smaller portion.
    • Cook corned beef until desired tenderness.
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    About Rebecca Clyde MS, RDN, CD

    Welcome! I’m Rebecca, a food loving dietitian who has been cooking for one for over 10 years. On Nourish Nutrition, you’ll find real, quick, and nourishing recipes for one that'll get you to want to cook for yourself, because you deserve it.

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    Comments

    1. Janice Langer says

      March 18, 2022 at 7:57 am

      1 star
      Followed your recipe on cornbeef and cabbage . Mine turned out dry and tough. I did followed your recipe.

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        March 18, 2022 at 9:02 am

        Hi Janice, I'm sorry your corned beef turned out really dry. If you're interested in trying it again, I suggest making sure the foil is tightly closed, you can also add a tablespoon or two of water to help it steam. Let me know how it turns out

        Reply
    2. Tara says

      March 04, 2022 at 7:42 pm

      5 stars
      Oh yum! Such a delicious way to celebrate! I love that plating too. Definitely the perfect use for the air fryer.

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        March 07, 2022 at 8:03 am

        thanks! it's a great option

        Reply
    3. Casey says

      March 04, 2022 at 7:37 pm

      5 stars
      It really doesn't get much easier! We are huge corned beef fans in our house and now that I know I can cook it in the air fryer is a game changer!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        March 07, 2022 at 8:02 am

        it's so easy!

        Reply
    4. Andrea says

      March 04, 2022 at 6:04 pm

      5 stars
      I love how easy this corned beef is to make. It looks fabulous and is perfect for the season.

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        March 07, 2022 at 8:03 am

        totally! thanks

        Reply
    5. Heather says

      March 04, 2022 at 4:28 pm

      5 stars
      omg - so good! i love this - always looking for something new to make in my air fryer - perfect for st pattys day - can't wait to have it again!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        March 07, 2022 at 8:02 am

        great to hear!

        Reply
    6. Heather says

      March 04, 2022 at 3:29 pm

      5 stars
      Just got an air fryer can’t wait to try this out. For St Pattys Day…. Sounds delish!

      Reply
      • Rebecca says

        March 07, 2022 at 8:02 am

        it's perfect

        Reply
      • Rebecca says

        March 07, 2022 at 8:03 am

        oh perfect timing!

        Reply
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