Air Fryer Steak Bites
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
583 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Steak Bites
Description
Air Fryer Steak Bites involves cutting sirloin steak into approximately 1-inch cubes and seasoning them with salt, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and freshly ground black pepper. Olive oil and Worcestershire sauce are added to marinate the meat briefly, allowing flavors to penetrate. The air fryer is preheated to 400°F to provide a high-heat environment that mimics grilling or pan-searing.
The steak cubes are arranged in a single layer in the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and avoid overcrowding, which maintains crisp edges while keeping the centers tender. Cooking times vary depending on desired doneness, with medium-rare reached at about 8 minutes total. The cubes develop a seared exterior from the hot circulating air while retaining juices inside.
Garnishing with red pepper flakes and fresh parsley adds a touch of heat and herbal freshness. These steak bites can be served as a snack, appetizer, or added to salads and bowls. The convenient air fryer method reduces cleanup and time while producing deeply savory beef bites.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound sirloin steak cut up into about 1-inch cubes, top
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper fresh ground
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes for garnish, optional
- parsley for garnish, chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Place cubed steak into a large mixing bowl. Season with salt, garlic, paprika, and pepper.
- Next, add the olive oil and Worcestershire sauce, and toss to combine. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F.
- Arrange the steak cubes in an even single layer inside the air fryer basket. DO NOT overcrowd. If needed, cook in batches.
- Cook for 4 minutes, shake and cook for 4 more minutes until the steak’s internal temperature reaches 130 F for medium-rare or 145 F for medium. Use an Instant Read Meat Thermometer to check for doneness.
- Cook 3-4 minutes longer for a well-done steak.
- Transfer the steak to a serving plate. Garnish with red pepper flakes and parsley. Serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 583 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 583kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 76g | 152% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 201mg | 67% |
| Sodium | 887mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 1302mg | 28% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 328IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 88mg | 9% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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