What's the best steak cut for air fryer bites?

Hands down, sirloin or ribeye give you that perfect balance of flavor and tenderness. Sirloin's my weekday go-to (more affordable), but splurge on ribeye for special occasions - that marbling makes them melt-in-your-mouth good!

Can I freeze cooked steak bites?

Absolutely! Freeze them in a single layer first (so they don't stick together), then transfer to a bag. They'll keep for 2-3 months . Reheat frozen bites at 350°F for 4-5 minutes - no thawing needed!

Any oil alternatives if I'm out of olive oil?

Avocado oil works great with its high smoke point. In a pinch? A quick spritz of cooking spray does the trick. My aunt swears by melted butter for extra richness (she's not wrong!).

Why do my steak bites stick to the basket?

Two culprits: not enough oil (just a tad more helps!) or overcrowding . Give them space, and don't forget to shake that basket halfway through!

Juicy Air Fryer Steak Bites Recipe in Just 10 Minutes

Name: Juicy Air Fryer Steak Bites Recipe in Just 10 Minutes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Description

Quick and easy air fryer steak bites that are perfectly cooked and full of flavor.

Ingredients

1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
In a bowl, toss the steak bites with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Place the steak bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Cook for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
Check for doneness (adjust time for preferred doneness).
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Cut steak into even-sized pieces for uniform cooking.
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure crispiness.
Let steak rest for 2-3 minutes after cooking for juicier bites.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American