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Garlic Butter Air Fryer Steak Bites

Irina of DailyYum.com
Air Fryer Steak Bites are a delightful twist on a favorite classic, allowing you to indulge in tender morsels of beef that are bursting with flavor. I love how they turn out with an appetizing caramelized crust, yet with a juicy and tender interior, and made in under 10 minutes in the air fryer.
4.48 from 165 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 86 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Ribeye Steak cut into bite-sized pieces. I used Ribeye. Sirloin or NY strip will work great too.
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Garlic Butter

  • 3 Tablespoons Unsalted butter melted
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400F/200C for 3 minutes.
    Trim the excess fat off the steak and cut it into bite-size pieces. Approximately 1-inch cubes.
    In a large bowl, add steak cubes, oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder and mix everything until they're well coated.
    steak cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Place the steak bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd them. Give them some space.
    steak cubes in air fryer mesh tray
  • Airfry mode 400F/200C. Cook for 7-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even browning.
  • While the steak bites are cooking, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
    Combine: Once the steak bites are done, toss them in the garlic butter sauce until they are well coated.
    Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately
    Air fryer steak bites

Notes

Serve your steak bites with a side of mashed potatoes, Air fryer Roasted Vegetables, or a Crisp Cucumber Tomato Avocado salad for a complete meal that is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. Or you can serve the bites as an appetizer at a party with Chipotle mayo dipping sauce or Homemade Blue Cheese dip.

Pro Tips for Best Steak Bites

  • To ensure even cooking, cut the steak into equal sizes
  • Marinate for extra flavor: While not necessary, marinating your steak bites for a few hours before cooking can infuse them with additional flavors. A simple marinade of soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of honey works wonders.
  • Do not overcrowd the basket and give each piece of steak some space so the hot air can fully circulate.
  • Rest the meat: Once your steak bites are cooked, allow them to rest for a few minutes before tossing them in the garlic butter. Resting helps the juices redistribute throughout the meat, ensuring each bite is tender and flavorful.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 86kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 0.3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 61mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.5gVitamin A: 444IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 0.4mg
Nutrition Disclaimer Nutritional information is an estimate and may change based on products used.
Keyword air fryer steak bites, garlic butter steak bites
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