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Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites

A quick and delicious recipe for tender steak bites cooked in an air fryer, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound steak (sirloin or ribeye)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
Garnish
  • to taste Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by cutting the steak into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a bowl, mix the steak pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika until well coated.
  3. Let your steak come to room temperature for even better results.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the seasoned steak bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  3. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
  4. While the steak is cooking, melt the butter in a small pan and add the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Once the steak is done, remove it from the air fryer and drizzle the garlic butter over the bites.
  6. Toss gently to coat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

You can serve these steak bites as a main dish or a tasty appetizer. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer or microwave. For extra flavor, try different seasonings like Italian herbs or chili flakes. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket for the best texture.