Air Fryer Steak Bites Recipe
Juicy air fryer steak bites with browned edges and a quick garlic butter finish. Pat the steak dry before seasoning for the best crust.
Quick Facts
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 7–8 minutes
Total Time: 17–18 minutes
Ingredients
1 lb sirloin steak or strip steak, cut into bite-size cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chopped parsley, optional
Directions
1. Pat the steak pieces very dry with paper towels, then place them in a bowl.
2. Add the olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Toss until the steak bites are evenly coated.
3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 2–3 minutes if your model benefits from preheating.
4. Arrange the steak bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd.
5. Air fry at 400°F for 4 minutes, shake the basket, then cook for 3–4 more minutes until browned outside and cooked to your preferred doneness.
6. While the steak cooks, melt the butter in a small pan or microwave-safe bowl and stir in the minced garlic.
7. Transfer the hot steak bites to a bowl, pour the garlic butter over the top, and toss gently.
8. Finish with parsley if desired and serve right away.
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Notes / Tips
Patting the steak dry first helps the outside brown better and gives you a stronger crust.
Do not crowd the basket or the steak will steam instead of sear.
For the best texture, use sirloin or strip steak and cut the pieces to a similar size.
If you like medium steak bites, start checking at the 7-minute mark.
Add the garlic butter after cooking so the garlic stays flavorful and does not burn in the air fryer.
Variations
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter for a little heat.
Swap the smoked paprika for Cajun seasoning if you want a bolder flavor.
Finish with grated parmesan for a savory steak-bite variation.
Serve the steak bites over rice, mashed potatoes, or with a simple side salad for an easy dinner.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 290
Fat: 18 g
Carbohydrates: 2 g
Protein: 29 g
Fiber: 0 g
Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 520 mg
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