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Air Fryer Steak Bites Recipe

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These Air Fryer Steak Bites are a quick and delicious dish featuring juicy, tender sirloin pieces cooked to perfection with a flavorful garlic and onion powder seasoning, finished with a buttery garlic drizzle. Perfectly crisp on the outside and juicy inside, they make a simple yet impressive appetizer or main course.

  • Total Time: 16 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Steak Bites

  • 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into 1 inch bites
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Garlic Butter Drizzle

  • 4 Tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes to ensure even cooking temperature.
  2. Prepare Steak Bites: In a large bowl, combine the sirloin steak pieces with olive oil, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Toss well to evenly coat the steak with the seasoning.
  3. Air Fry Steak: Spread the seasoned steak bites evenly in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 3 minutes. Then, toss or shake the steak bites to ensure even cooking and fry for an additional 3 minutes or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
  4. Make Garlic Butter: Mix the melted butter with the remaining ½ teaspoon of garlic powder in a small bowl.
  5. Serve: Drizzle the garlic butter over the cooked steak bites before serving. Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped parsley for an added burst of color and freshness.

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time slightly based on the size of steak pieces and air fryer model.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check doneness for perfect results (130°F for medium-rare, 140°F for medium).
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like chimichurri, blue cheese, or steak sauce.
  • Let steak bites rest for a couple of minutes after cooking to retain juices.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American