Make tender and juicy air fryer steak bites with garlic butter in minutes. This easy recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious dinner option.
By harnessing the power of your air fryer, you'll achieve a divine sear on the outside while keeping the interior deliciously juicy and tender.
The secret lies in the irresistible garlic butter sauce that coats each bite, creating an indulgent flavor profile that will have you coming back for more.
Steak Bites Ingredients:
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How to make air fryer steak bites
- Cut the sirloin steak into bite-sized pieces and toss with the olive oil, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and brown sugar to marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Arrange the marinated steak pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 4-6 minutes, depending on desired doneness.
- While the steak continues to cook, melt the butter in the microwave and stir in the minced garlic and chopped parsley to make the garlic butter sauce.
- Transfer the cooked steak bites to a serving plate, pour the garlic butter sauce over the top, allow to rest for a couple minutes, and serve hot.
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How do I know when the steak bites in the air fryer are done?
The best way to get the perfect doneness is to keep a close eye on the steak bites, test them, and adjust the cooking time as needed based on your preferences.
Don't be afraid to experiment a bit to find the sweet spot for your air fryer and steak thickness.
Determining the doneness of the steak bites in the air fryer is important to get them just right.
Here are some tips to help you know when the air fryer steak bites are ready:
- Time: The recipe suggests 4-6 minutes at 400°F, but the exact time may vary based on steak thickness and desired doneness.
- Color and Texture: Look for golden-brown color, and use tongs to check firmness - slightly firm for medium, soft for rare, and very firm for well-done.
- Internal Temperature: Use a meat thermometer, aiming for 130-135°F for medium doneness, adjusting time as needed.
- Test Piece: You can cut into a larger bite to check the interior color - slightly pink for medium, cooked through for well-done.
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Best Cut of Steak to Air Fry for Bites?
For the best cut of steak to use for air fryer steak bites, I would recommend using a sirloin steak. The key is to choose a steak that is relatively tender and will cook quickly in the air fryer without drying out.
Sirloin is an excellent all-around choice that fits the bill. Just be sure to cut it into evenly sized pieces for the most consistent cooking.
In addition to sirloin steak, there are a few other delicious options that would work well for air fryer steak bites. Flank steak is another cut that becomes nicely tender when cut into bite-sized pieces, and it has a great beefy flavor.
Hanger steak is another flavorful option that becomes very tender when cut into small pieces. Flat iron steak is another good choice, as it is a tender, well-marbled cut that is perfect for quick-cooking methods like air frying.
These alternative cuts can all work well in this recipe, providing tasty and tender steak bites when cooked in the air fryer.
Air Fyer Steak Bites Using Frozen Steak
The key things to remember are to preheat the air fryer, cook the frozen bites in a single layer, use a meat thermometer to check doneness, make the garlic butter sauce, and let the steak bites rest before serving.
This streamlined approach will have you enjoying delicious air fryer steak bites from frozen in no time.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
- Arrange frozen steak bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket, being careful not to overcrowd.
- Air fry the steak bites for 8-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they reach your desired doneness (130-135°F internal temperature for medium).
- While the steak bites cook, prepare the garlic butter sauce as directed in the original recipe.
- Transfer cooked steak bites to a serving plate, drizzle with the garlic butter sauce, and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Can I make these garlic butter steak bites without an air fryer?
Absolutely, you can definitely make these garlic butter steak bites without an air fryer.
The key things to remember are to cook the steak bites in a single layer, whether on a baking sheet, in a skillet, or on skewers, to ensure even cooking.
Adjust the cooking time as needed based on the thickness of your steak bites and your preferred level of doneness.
Oven Method:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the steak bites and marinade as directed in the original recipe.
- Spread the marinated steak bites out in a single layer on a baking sheet or oven-safe skillet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, flipping the steak bites halfway through, until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- While the steak bites are baking, prepare the garlic butter as directed.
- Once the steak bites are cooked, transfer them to a serving plate and drizzle the garlic butter over the top.
- Allow to rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Grill Method:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the steak bites and marinade as directed in the original recipe.
- Thread the marinated steak bites onto metal or wooden skewers.
- Grill the steak skewers for 4-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- While the steak bites are grilling, prepare the garlic butter as directed.
- Once the steak bites are cooked, transfer them to a serving plate and drizzle the garlic butter over the top.
- Allow to rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
How to store and reheat leftover steak bites?
Storing Leftover Steak Bites:
- Allow the steak bites to cool completely once they are cooked.
- Transfer the steak bites to an airtight container or resealable plastic bag.
- Refrigerate the leftover steak bites for up to 3-4 days.
Reheating Leftover Steak Bites:
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread the leftover steak bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Reheat the steak bites for 2-3 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until they are heated through and slightly crispy on the outside.
Alternatively, you can also reheat the leftover steak bites in the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread the leftover steak bites on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Reheat the steak bites in the oven for 4-6 minutes, flipping halfway, until they are heated through.
Tips:
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer or baking sheet when reheating to ensure even heating.
- You can optionally brush or drizzle the reheated steak bites with a small amount of the leftover garlic butter sauce to add extra flavor.
- Keep a close eye on the steak bites while reheating to prevent them from drying out or overcooking.
Ingredients
- 16 Ounces sirloin steak
- 2 Teaspoons olive oil
- ¼ Teaspoon salt
- ¼ Teaspoon Black Pepper
- ¼ Teaspoon Onion Powder
- ¼ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ Teaspoon Brown Sugar
For the Garlic Butter:
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 3 tablespoon Butter
- 1 Teaspoon parsley chopped
Instructions
- Cut the sirloin steak into bite-sized pieces and toss with the olive oil, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and brown sugar to marinate for 15-20 minutes.16 Ounces sirloin steak, 2 Teaspoons olive oil, ¼ Teaspoon salt, ¼ Teaspoon Black Pepper, ¼ Teaspoon Onion Powder, ¼ Teaspoon Garlic Powder, ½ Teaspoon Brown Sugar
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Arrange the marinated steak pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 4-6 minutes, depending on desired doneness.
- While the steak continues to cook, melt the butter in the microwave and stir in the minced garlic and chopped parsley to make the garlic butter sauce.2 cloves Garlic, 3 tbsp Butter, 1 Teaspoon parsley
- Transfer the cooked steak bites to a serving plate, pour the garlic butter sauce over the top, allow to rest for a couple minutes, and serve hot.
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