Air Fryer Steak Bites: Juicy Marvels Ready in Minutes Recipe
Enjoy tender and juicy Air Fryer Steak Bites, perfectly marinated and ready in under an hour. This quick recipe combines sirloin steak cubes with a savory soy sauce marinade, enhanced by brown sugar and garlic powder, then air fried to delicious perfection for a simple yet satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 41 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Steak and Marinade
- 1 pound Sirloin Steak (substitute with NY strip or ribeye for richer flavor)
- 1/4 cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar (can be swapped with honey or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (or use fresh minced garlic for stronger taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper (opt for fresh cracked pepper for enhanced flavor)
For Cooking
- Cooking Spray (prevents sticking in the air fryer)
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: Cut the sirloin steak into bite-sized cubes and place them in a large bowl.
- Marinate: Pour in the low sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly to coat all steak pieces evenly, then let the mixture marinate at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Preheat Air Fryer: As the steak marinates, preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C), which usually takes about 5 minutes.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking, then arrange the marinated steak bites in a single layer, making sure they don’t overlap for even cooking.
- Cook the Steak Bites: Set the air fryer timer for 4 to 6 minutes depending on your preferred doneness. Shake the basket halfway through cooking to ensure all pieces brown evenly.
- Rest and Serve: After cooking, remove the steak bites and let them rest for about 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before serving.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, substitute low sodium soy sauce with tamari.
- Use fresh minced garlic instead of garlic powder for a stronger garlic flavor.
- Brown sugar can be replaced with honey or maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Resting the steak bites after cooking helps retain juiciness.
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