Description
Succulent Air Fryer Juicy Steak Bites deliver restaurant-quality flavor right from your kitchen. Perfectly seasoned and quickly cooked, these tender morsels promise a delicious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) steak (ribeye, sirloin, or New York strip), cut into 1-inch cubes
Seasoning and Flavoring:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Infuse the steak cubes with a robust marinade of olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and a blend of aromatic spices including garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Allow the meat to absorb these flavors for a minimum of 10 minutes, or up to two hours for an intensified taste profile.
- Activate the air fryer and heat to 400F (200C) for three minutes, ensuring a perfectly seared exterior. Carefully distribute the marinated steak pieces in a single, uncrowded layer within the basket, working in batches if necessary to maintain optimal cooking conditions.
- Implement precise cooking times based on desired doneness: for medium-rare, air fry approximately 6 minutes; for medium, extend to 7 minutes; for medium-well, cook for 8 minutes. Midway through cooking, gently agitate the basket to promote even caramelization and consistent heat distribution.
- During the cooking process, prepare a luxurious garlic butter by combining melted butter with finely minced garlic, creating a rich, aromatic coating. Once the steak bites reach the perfect temperature, immediately transfer them and generously coat with the garlic butter mixture.
- Elevate the dish’s visual appeal and flavor complexity by sprinkling freshly chopped parsley over the glistening steak bites. Serve immediately while piping hot, accompanied by your preferred dipping sauces or complementary side dishes.
Notes
- Marinating for longer enhances the meat’s flavor and tenderness, allowing seasonings to deeply penetrate the steak bites.
- Choose high-quality, well-marbled cuts like sirloin or ribeye for maximum juiciness and rich taste in air fryer cooking.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and achieve a perfect crispy exterior with a tender interior.
- Adjust cooking time based on meat thickness and personal doneness preference, using a meat thermometer for precise results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg