Air Fryer Garlic Butter Sirloin Steak Bites
Tender, juicy seared steak cubes dripping in melted herb butter in just 7 minutes.
- Cook temp
- 400°F
- 204°C · preheat
- Total time
- 12 min
- 5 prep · 7 cook · 3 rest
- Flip at
- 4 min
- of 7 min cook
- Pull at
- 135°F
- USDA safe minimum
JUICY STEAK BITES IN THE AIR FRYER | Delicious and Super Easy · EZ Eatery
Shows cubing sirloin steak into uniform bites, tossing in seasoning, and air frying in a single layer for a quick sear.
- Target //Cook at 400°F (204°C) for 6-8 mins (flip at 4 mins).
- Doneness //Pull when internal temperature reaches 135°F (USDA safe minimum). Rest 3 mins before slicing.
- Golden Rule //Top sirloin is the ideal cut for steak bites—lean, tender, flavorful, and half the price of ribeye or tenderloin.
- Family Tweak //Serve steak bites on toothpick skewers with ketchup or ranch.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbsTop Sirloin Steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tbspAvocado Oil or Olive Oil
- 1 tspKosher Salt
- 1 tspBlack Pepper, coarse ground
- 3 tbspSalted Butter, melted
- 2 clovesFresh Garlic, minced
- 1 tbspFresh Parsley, chopped
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Get to the point
- 1
Cut 1.5 lbs top sirloin into 1-inch cubes. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Lay steak bites in single layer with room between.
- 3
Air fry for 6-7 minutes, shaking basket once at 4 minutes for medium-rare.
- 4
Transfer to bowl, toss with 3 tbsp melted garlic herb butter, and serve immediately.
Step by step
Tap a step to cross it offUniform Steak Cubing
Trim any thick silver skin from 1.5 lbs top sirloin steak. Cut meat into uniform 1-inch cubes. Pat dry with paper towels.
WhyCutting uniform 1-inch cubes ensures all bites reach tender medium-rare at the exact same time.
Oil & Seasoning Rub
Toss steak cubes with 1 tbsp avocado oil, 1 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp coarse black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
WhyHigh-smoke point oil helps transfer convection heat instantly to form a seared crust.
High-Heat Air Fry
7 min · flip at 4Place steak bites in a single layer in the preheated 400°F air fryer basket without overlapping. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes, shaking the basket at 4 minutes.
WhyDo not crowd the basket; cook in two batches if your air fryer basket is under 6 quarts.
Garlic Butter Toss & Rest
Transfer hot steak bites into a bowl containing 3 tbsp melted salted butter, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp fresh parsley. Toss until glistening.
WhyThe hot steak melts the garlic and absorbs the butter during a 2-minute rest.
- Dad pro tip
- Top sirloin is the ideal cut for steak bites—lean, tender, flavorful, and half the price of ribeye or tenderloin.
- Kid & toddler adjustment
- Serve steak bites on toothpick skewers with ketchup or ranch.
- Serve with
- Air fryer crispy baby potatoes · Garlic green beans · Dinner rolls with honey butter
- Reheating
- Reheat in air fryer at 350°F for 2 minutes so steak stays juicy.
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 42 g
- Carbs
- 1 g
- Fat
- 23 g
Nutrition source: USDA FoodData Central #174032. Cook-time basis: Tested with 1.5 lbs top sirloin cut into 1-inch cubes at 400°F in basket air fryer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you reheat leftover air fryer garlic butter sirloin steak bites without ruining the texture?
Reheat in air fryer at 350°F for 2 minutes so steak stays juicy.
What is the target internal temperature for this recipe?
Confirm internal core temperature reaches 135°F using an instant-read digital probe thermometer inserted into the thickest part. Allow the meat to rest for 3 minutes before slicing to let carryover heat equalize and lock in juices.
How do I adapt this meal for picky kids or toddlers?
Serve steak bites on toothpick skewers with ketchup or ranch.
What are the best side dishes to serve with this?
Recommended sides include Air fryer crispy baby potatoes, Garlic green beans, Dinner rolls with honey butter.