Description
Sizzling air-fryer steak bites bring steakhouse flavor right to home kitchens with minimal effort. Juicy, perfectly seasoned beef cubes deliver restaurant-quality taste you’ll crave for quick weeknight dinners or impressive appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) beef top sirloin steak, cubed
Seasoning Blend:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Cooking and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) butter, melted
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the air fryer by heating it to a sizzling 400°F, ensuring optimal cooking temperature for the meat.
- Slice the steak into uniform, bite-sized cubes, promoting even cooking and consistent texture.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly coat the steak cubes with olive oil, creating a glistening surface that will help achieve a perfect sear.
- Sprinkle the seasoning blend of salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika over the steak, massaging the spices into every crevice for maximum flavor infusion.
- Lightly mist the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy release of the steak bites.
- Arrange the seasoned steak cubes in a precise single layer, avoiding overcrowding to allow proper air circulation and even browning.
- Cook the steak bites for 5-6 minutes, periodically shaking the basket to promote uniform cooking and develop a rich, caramelized exterior.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer, aiming for 135°F for medium-rare or adjusting to personal doneness preference.
- Melt butter in a separate bowl and infuse it with finely minced garlic, creating a luxurious aromatic coating.
- Gently toss the cooked steak bites in the garlic butter, ensuring each morsel is generously glazed.
- Return the butter-coated steak bites to the air fryer for an additional 1-2 minutes to caramelize the garlic and enhance the flavor profile.
- Transfer the steak bites to a serving platter, allowing them to rest briefly before presenting this delectable, quickly prepared dish.
Notes
- Marinate the steak bites beforehand in soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce for extra depth of flavor and tenderness.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure each piece cooks evenly and develops a perfect crispy exterior.
- Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature precisely, preventing overcooking and maintaining juicy texture.
- For a low-carb or keto-friendly option, replace paprika with cayenne or chili powder to add a spicy kick without extra carbohydrates.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 575 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 112 mg