Description
Air Fryer Steak Bites are juicy, flavorful cubes of sirloin steak seasoned with garlic, onion, smoked paprika, and black pepper, then quickly cooked to perfection in the air fryer. This easy and quick recipe is perfect for a satisfying low-carb or keto-friendly dinner, delivering tender steak bites with a deliciously seared exterior and a tender inside.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak Bites
- 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Additions
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for cooking the steak bites evenly.
- Season Steak Cubes: In a large bowl, combine the sirloin steak cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss well until all pieces are thoroughly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange Steak in Air Fryer: Place the seasoned steak cubes in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding by cooking in batches if needed, to allow hot air circulation for even cooking.
- Air Fry Steak Bites: Cook the steak bites in the air fryer at 400°F for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time. This helps the steak cook evenly and develop a nicely seared crust, while reaching your preferred level of doneness.
- Optional Butter Toss: Immediately after cooking, toss the hot steak bites with unsalted butter for added richness and flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the steak bites with chopped fresh parsley if desired, then serve hot. Allow the steak bites to rest for 5 minutes if you want juicier results.
Notes
- Allow the steak bites to rest for 5 minutes after cooking to retain juices and enhance tenderness.
- Adjust seasonings to your taste and consider adding chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- For more flavor and marbling, use ribeye or New York strip steak instead of sirloin.
