Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These Air Fryer Juicy Steak Bites are:
- Quick and easy: Ready in just 19 minutes, these tender steak bites are perfect for a busy meal.
- Versatile: Serve with your favorite side dishes or dipping sauces for a customized meal.
- Juicy and flavorful: The air fryer gives these steak bites a perfect crispy exterior while keeping them juicy inside.
- Customizable: You can easily tweak the flavor with different spices, herbs, or toppings like cheese or garlic.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make these juicy steak bites:
- 2 lb sirloin steak, cut into 1½-inch by 1-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1½ tsp ground black pepper
- 1½ tsp salt
- 1½ tsp soy sauce
(Tip: You can adjust the seasoning to suit your taste preferences or add extra spices and herbs for variation.)
Directions
- Prepare the steak: Cut the sirloin steak into 1½-inch by 1-inch pieces.
- Make the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the oil, black pepper, salt, and soy sauce.
- Marinate the steak: Add the steak pieces to the bowl with the marinade and toss until the steak is well-coated.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
- Cook the steak bites: Place the marinated steak pieces in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook at 400°F for 7-12 minutes, depending on your desired doneness:
- 7 minutes = more rare
- 12 minutes = medium-well
- Serve: Once cooked, remove the steak bites from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as steamed rice, noodles, or vegetables.
Servings and Timing
This recipe serves 3 people.
- Preparation time: 7 minutes
- Cooking time: 12 minutes
- Total time: 19 minutes
Variations
- Onions and mushrooms: Add sliced onions and mushrooms to the marinade. Toss them in with the steak before cooking in the air fryer.
- Garlic and butter: After cooking, toss the steak bites with melted butter and minced garlic for an extra flavor boost.
- Cheese: Top the cooked steak bites with blue cheese crumbles for a tangy twist, or sprinkle with shredded cheddar or Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Spicy: Add chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the marinade for a little heat.
Storage/Reheating
- Fridge: Store any leftover steak bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes to keep the steak juicy and crispy.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked steak bites for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
FAQs
Can I use a different cut of steak?
Yes! You can use any cut of beef, but sirloin works best for this recipe due to its tenderness and flavor. You could also try ribeye or flank steak.
Can I make these steak bites with pre-cooked steak?
It’s best to use raw steak for this recipe as the air fryer gives it that perfect crisp on the outside while keeping it juicy inside. Pre-cooked steak may become tough.
What’s the best way to cut steak into bite-sized pieces?
Use a sharp chef’s knife to cut the steak into even pieces, making sure to cut against the grain to ensure tenderness.
Can I use a different marinade instead of soy sauce?
Yes! You can use Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, or any of your favorite marinades. Just be sure to adjust the seasoning accordingly.
Can I use frozen shrimp with this recipe?
If you meant to ask about shrimp, yes, you can swap the steak with shrimp. Just cook them for 4-5 minutes in the air fryer at 400°F, and adjust the seasonings as needed.
Conclusion
These Air Fryer Juicy Steak Bites are a simple, flavorful, and quick way to enjoy steak without the hassle of grilling or pan-frying. With just a few ingredients, the air fryer does all the work, creating perfectly cooked, juicy steak bites every time. Whether served as a main dish, appetizer, or snack, they are sure to be a hit at any meal!
Air Fryer Juicy Steak Bites
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 19 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Description
These Air Fryer Juicy Steak Bites are a quick, easy, and flavorful meal. Perfectly seasoned and cooked in the air fryer, they have a crispy exterior and juicy interior. Ideal for busy weeknights or as a delicious appetizer.
Ingredients
2 lb sirloin steak, cut into 1½-inch by 1-inch pieces
2 tbsp oil
1½ tsp ground black pepper
1½ tsp salt
1½ tsp soy sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the steak: Cut the sirloin steak into 1½-inch by 1-inch pieces.
- Make the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the oil, black pepper, salt, and soy sauce.
- Marinate the steak: Add the steak pieces to the bowl with the marinade and toss until the steak is well-coated.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
- Cook the steak bites: Place the marinated steak pieces in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook at 400°F for 7-12 minutes, depending on your desired doneness:
- 7 minutes = more rare
- 12 minutes = medium-well
- Serve: Once cooked, remove the steak bites from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as steamed rice, noodles, or vegetables.
Notes
Onions and mushrooms: Add sliced onions and mushrooms to the marinade. Toss them in with the steak before cooking in the air fryer.
Garlic and butter: After cooking, toss the steak bites with melted butter and minced garlic for an extra flavor boost.
Cheese: Top the cooked steak bites with blue cheese crumbles for a tangy twist, or sprinkle with shredded cheddar or Parmesan cheese before serving.
Spicy: Add chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the marinade for a little heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
