These juicy air fryer steak bites deliver restaurant-quality results in just 15 minutes. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to tender perfection, they’re a protein-packed dinner option that’s both quick and nutritious.
With 25g of protein per serving and only 237 calories, these savory bites let you enjoy steakhouse flavor while keeping your healthy eating goals on track. The air fryer creates a gorgeous brown crust while maintaining that coveted pink center – no fancy equipment or complicated techniques required.
Fresh & Juicy Air Fryer Steak Bites Ingredients
- Sirloin Steak: 1 pound, cut into ½-inch cubes, patted dry for best results
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon, helps in even seasoning distribution
- Fresh Garlic: 2 cloves, minced for aromatic flavor
- Seasonings: ½ teaspoon each of salt and black pepper
- Butter: 2 tablespoons, melted for finishing touch
- Fresh Parsley: 1 tablespoon, roughly chopped for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prep the Steak: In a medium bowl, combine steak cubes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Preheat: Get your air fryer nice and hot at 400°F for 5 minutes.
- Cook: Place seasoned steak bites in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F for 8-10 minutes. Remember to flip halfway for even cooking!
- Prepare Herb Butter: While steak cooks, mix melted butter with fresh parsley in a small bowl.
- Finish: Once cooked, toss the hot steak bites with your freshly prepared herb butter.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately while hot and juicy!
Cooking Tips for Perfect Steak Bites
Getting your steak bites just right is super easy! Pat the meat dry before seasoning – this helps create a nice brown crust. Cut your steak pieces as evenly as possible so they cook at the same rate. Don’t overcrowd your air fryer basket – leave some space between the pieces so they brown properly instead of steaming.
Easy Variations
Want to switch things up? Try adding different seasonings like Italian herbs, cajun spice, or Montreal steak seasoning. Not a fan of parsley? Swap it with fresh thyme or rosemary in your herb butter. You can also use different cuts of beef like ribeye or tenderloin – just keep the cubes about the same size.
Serving Ideas
These tasty steak bites are amazing on their own, but they’re even better with some sides! Serve them with roasted potatoes, a fresh green salad, or steamed vegetables. They’re also great on top of rice or quinoa to soak up all that yummy herb butter. For a fun appetizer, stick toothpicks in them and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Storage Tips
Got leftovers? Store your cooled steak bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, pop them back in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 350°F – they’ll taste almost as good as fresh! Just be careful not to overcook them when reheating, or they might get tough.
Air Fryer Steak Bites
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Medium Bowl
- Small Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb Sirloin Steak cut into 1/2 inch cubes and patted dry
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 2 tbsp Butter melted
- 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley roughly chopped
Instructions
- In a medium sized bowl, add the steak, olive oil, garlic, salt, and ground black pepper. Toss until well combined.
- Preheat the Air Fryer at 400°F for 5 minutes.
- Add the steak and cook at 400F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While the steak is cooking, add the butter and fresh parsley in a small bowl. Stir until combined.
- Once the steak is cooked, toss with the herb butter. Serve immediately.
