Description
These Air Fryer Steak Bites are a quick and flavorful appetizer or main dish that features tender top sirloin filet pieces seasoned with a blend of spices and cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Coated in a delicious garlic butter sauce with a hint of heat, they make a satisfying and easy-to-make recipe perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
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
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 1 ½ tablespoons (21g) butter
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon parsley flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: Toss the bite-sized top sirloin pieces with olive oil to ensure even seasoning adherence.
- Make the Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder and mix thoroughly.
- Season the Steak: Coat the oiled steak pieces evenly with the seasoning mix, ensuring every piece is well covered. Set aside.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat it for 5 minutes to ensure optimal cooking temperature.
- Cook the Steak Bites: Arrange the seasoned steak bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket to allow even air circulation.
- Air Fry: Cook the steak bites for 4-6 minutes at 400°F, shaking the basket halfway through cooking for even browning. Adjust cooking time to your preferred doneness.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Sauce: While the steak cooks, melt butter in a small bowl, then stir in garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and parsley flakes until combined.
- Toss in Garlic Butter: Once cooked, immediately toss the steak bites in the garlic butter sauce, coating them thoroughly.
- Serve: Serve the steak bites hot, optionally garnished with additional parsley for freshness and presentation.
Notes
- Adjust air frying time based on your preferred steak doneness; less time for rare, more for well-done.
- Make sure to cut steak into evenly sized bite pieces for uniform cooking.
- For a spicier version, increase red pepper flakes or add cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
- Use fresh parsley to garnish for enhanced flavor and color.
- Allow the steak to rest briefly after air frying if you want juicier bites.
