Description
Juicy and tender air fryer steak bites cooked to perfection in just 20 minutes! Coated in a flavorful spice mix and tossed in rich garlic butter, this easy recipe is perfect for a quick dinner, meal prep, or a high-protein snack. Minimal cleanup and packed with flavor—this is the best way to enjoy steak in the air fryer!
Ingredients
Ingredients
For the Steak Bites:
- 16 oz top sirloin filet, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ tablespoon (8g) olive oil
- ½ tablespoon (6g) brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
For the Garlic Butter:
- 1 ½ tablespoons (21g) butter
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon parsley flakes
Instructions
Instructions
1. Prepare the Steak
- Toss the steak bites with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Coat the steak pieces evenly with the seasoning mix and set aside.
2. Air Fry the Steak
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Place the seasoned steak bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 4-6 minutes at 400°F, shaking the basket halfway through. Adjust the time based on your preferred doneness.
3. Make the Garlic Butter
- While the steak is cooking, melt the butter in a small bowl.
- Stir in garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and parsley flakes until combined.
4. Combine and Serve
- Toss the cooked steak bites in the prepared garlic butter until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add extra chili powder or cayenne.
- For extra crispiness, pat the steak dry before seasoning and avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.
- Cooking times may vary based on air fryer model and steak thickness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
