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Beef sausage in air fryer recipe with perfectly cooked beef sausages served golden and crispy.

Perfect Beef Sausage in Air Fryer: Quick Meal!

Juicy, perfectly cooked beef sausages with a crispy exterior made effortlessly in your air fryer in under 15 minutes. A family-friendly, weeknight dinner solution with minimal prep and cleanup!
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Family Friendly
Calories: 258
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 beef sausages fresh, uncooked (about 4-5 inches each)
  • 1 tsp olive oil in a spray bottle or mister
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1 tbsp stone-ground mustard
  • 1 tbsp ketchup

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Kitchen Tongs
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 370°F (188°C) for 3 minutes.
  • Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  • Place the beef sausages in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they don't touch.
  • Cook for 5 minutes, then flip the sausages using tongs.
  • Continue cooking for another 4-8 minutes (depending on thickness) until the sausages reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) and have a golden brown exterior.
  • Remove from the air fryer and let rest for 2 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
  • Serve with your favorite condiments and sides.

Notes

For thicker sausages, increase cooking time by 2-3 minutes. Don't prick the sausages before cooking as this can release juices and lead to drier results. If using pre-cooked sausages, reduce cooking time to 5-7 minutes total. Store leftover cooked sausages in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes.