Air Fryer Garlic-Butter Steak (Print)

Tender steak cubes tossed in garlic butter, cooked quickly for a savory, flavorful bite.

# Components:

→ Steak

01 - 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp kosher salt
04 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
05 - ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

→ Garlic-Butter Sauce

06 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
07 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
08 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 1 tsp lemon juice

# Directions:

01 - Set the air fryer to 400°F and preheat for 3 minutes.
02 - In a bowl, toss steak cubes with olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
03 - Place the seasoned steak bites in a single layer inside the air fryer basket.
04 - Air fry for 4 to 6 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking, until steak reaches desired doneness (medium-rare: 4 minutes; medium: 6 minutes).
05 - While the steak cooks, mix melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
06 - Transfer the cooked steak bites to a bowl and immediately toss with the garlic-butter sauce.
07 - Serve the steak bites hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It cooks so fast you can have steak on the table before most people finish preheating their oven.
  • Theres no greasy pan to scrub afterward, just a quick wipe of the air fryer basket.
  • The garlic butter clings to every cube and makes even budget sirloin taste luxurious.
02 -
  • Dont skip preheating the air fryer or the steak will steam instead of sear.
  • Pat the steak cubes dry with a paper towel before seasoning so the oil and spices stick properly.
  • Toss the steak with the garlic butter right after cooking while its still hot, or the butter will separate and pool at the bottom.
03 -
  • Use a meat thermometer instead of guessing, especially if youre new to cooking steak in an air fryer.
  • Mince the garlic as finely as possible so it melts into the butter instead of clumping on the steak.
  • Shake the basket halfway through cooking to ensure all sides get that golden brown crust.
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