Juicy, tender steak cubes with a caramelized crust, tossed in garlic herb butter—ready in 15 minutes flat! Perfect for game day, date night, or when you’re craving steakhouse flavor at home.
Why You’ll Love These
⚡ 15-minute meal – Faster than delivery!
🔥 Air fryer magic – Crispy outside, pink & juicy inside.
🧄 Garlic butter glaze – So good you’ll want to drink it.
🍽 Versatile – Appetizer, salad topper, or main dish.
Ingredients
*(Serves 2-4)*
Steak Bites
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1½ lb (680g) sirloin steak, cut into 1″ cubes (or ribeye for extra richness)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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2 tsp brown sugar
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½ tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
Garlic Butter
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¼ cup (60g) butter, melted
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2 tsp minced garlic
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Optional: ½ tsp red pepper flakes for heat
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep & Season
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Pat steak very dry with paper towels (key for browning!).
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Toss with oil, Worcestershire, brown sugar, and spices.
2. Air Fry
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Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 mins.
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Cook steak in a single layer (batches if needed) for 6-8 mins, shaking halfway.
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For doneness:
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6 mins = medium-rare
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8 mins = medium-well
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3. Garlic Butter Finish
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Mix melted butter, garlic, and parsley.
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Toss hot steak bites in the butter until glazed.
Pro Tips
🔸 Dry steak = better crust – Moisture is the enemy of browning!
🔸 Don’t overcrowd – Steam makes meat rubbery.
🔸 Rest 5 mins – Lets juices redistribute.
Serving Ideas
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Appetizer: Skewer with toothpicks + extra butter for dipping.
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Dinner: Over mashed potatoes or arugula salad.
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Meal prep: Cool and refrigerate for protein bowls.
Variations
🍋 Lemon-Herb: Add zest + thyme to butter.
🌶 Spicy: Swap Worcestershire for hot sauce.
🧀 Parmesan: Sprinkle grated parm after butter toss.
Storage
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Fridge: 3 days in airtight container.
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Reheat: 2 mins in air fryer to keep crispy.
Final Thought
These steak bites prove fancy meals don’t need effort—just an air fryer and garlic butter. (The butter is non-negotiable. 😉)
More Air Fryer Recipes:
🍗 Crispy Garlic Chicken Wings
🥓 Brown Sugar Bacon
🍤 Bang Bang Shrimp