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Air Fryer Steak Bites are juicy morsels of beef that are bursting with flavor. These delicious bites are cooked in the air fryer and ready in just minutes!
Air Fryer Steak Bites
Juicy, marbled steak is cut into bite sized pieces and baked in the air fryer, then tossed in a heavenly garlic butter sauce. There is no required time to marinate the bites. They are ready in just minutes perfect for a quick lunch or easy dinner!
Ingredients
- Sirloin steak: 1.5 lb (or preferred cut)
- Olive oil: 0.5 tablespoon
- Salt and pepper: To taste
- Salted butter: 4 tablespoons
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Worcestershire sauce: 0.5 teaspoon
- Paprika: 0.25 teaspoon
- Parsley: 1 tablespoon, freshly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat:
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F. Cut the steak in 1-inch pieces. Place the steak bites in a large bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with a pinch each of salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Place the steak bites into the air fryer basket and spread out evenly in one layer.
- Cook:
- Air fry for 4 to 6 minutes, or until steak is cooked to your desired temperature. You do not need to flip them while they’re cooking.
- Sauté:
- Meanwhile, melt the salted butter in a large skillet. Add the garlic and cook over medium heat until fragrant. Add the Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and cooked steak bites to skillet. Stir the steak bites into the garlic butter sauce for about one minute.
- Serve:
- Remove from heat and sprinkle on the chopped parsley (if desired.) Serve bites immediately and enjoy!
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Cuts of Meat
There are so many delicious cuts of steak for you to cube up and enjoy. The one that I recommend that is flavorful and budget friendly is sirloin. It also cooks evenly very well when cut up. Other cuts you can use are ribeye, skirt steak, hanger, or filet.
Steak Temperatures
Everyone has a preference of how they like their steak. If you prefer one temperature, and your kids or spouse like another, just take out a portion of bites that have reached a lower desired temperature and leave the rest in to cook longer. The Lofthouse gang loves to eat their Steak Bites medium. This way they cooked through with a good amount of juice and flavor and in each bite.
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What to Serve with Steak Bites
The options here are virtually limitless! If you have an imagination, and an appetite, then you can do so many things with these bits of meat. You can serve them over rice served with veggies. You can make a simple salad and make it incredible with the addition of these picks of meat. Wrap them up in a tortilla with veggies, cheese, and dressing for a quick and healthy lunch.
Meal Prep
These are delicious little morsels to cook for meal prep at the beginning of the week. They are a great addition of flavor and protein to salads, wraps, served over rice, or with an array of fresh vegetables.
Reheating
When you are ready to warm up the steak bites, I highly recommend tossing them in a warm pan for only 30 seconds to 1 minute and 30 seconds. Since the bites are so small it doesn’t take too much heat to get everything hot again. Also, you don’t want to overcook them.
Air Fryer Tips
Preheat the air fryer. It’s important to preheat the air fryer just as you would an oven. This will ensure the food cooks evenly. Don’t over crowd the basket. The most important rule in my opinion! When the air fryer basket is overfilled it makes it hard for the air to circulate and will make the food soggy and unevenly cooked.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What cut of beef works best for steak bites?
Sirloin is a great option for its balance of flavor and affordability. Ribeye, skirt, hanger, or filet are also excellent choices depending on your preference and budget.
- → Do I need to marinate the steak beforehand?
No marinating is necessary. The bites are seasoned simply and enhanced with garlic butter after air frying, delivering bold flavor quickly.
- → How long should I cook steak bites in the air fryer?
Cook them at 400°F for 4 to 6 minutes, depending on your desired doneness. No flipping is required during cooking.
- → Can I reheat these steak bites?
Yes, reheat them in a skillet over medium heat for 30 to 90 seconds to avoid overcooking and retain juiciness.
- → What sides pair well with steak bites?
They go well with rice, roasted vegetables, salads, or wrapped in tortillas for a quick lunch option.
- → Is this dish good for meal prep?
Absolutely. The steak bites hold up well when stored and are easy to reheat, making them great for weekday lunches or dinners.