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Garlic Butter Steak Bites

A quick and flavorful recipe for seared steak bites tossed in garlic butter, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Steak Preparation
  • 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces Flavorful and affordable cut; cut into uniform size for even cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Helps in achieving a good sear and prevents sticking.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper Basic seasoning tools to enhance flavor.
Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Adds richness and silky texture to the sauce.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic for aromatics and flavor.
  • Fresh parsley, to taste chopped (for garnish) Optional but adds color and freshness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, toss the steak pieces with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Cooking the Steak
  1. Place the steak bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  2. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
Garlic Butter Finish
  1. While the steak is cooking, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat and add minced garlic. Cook until fragrant, but not browned.
  2. Once the steak is done, toss it in the garlic butter sauce to coat.
  3. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve these steak bites hot. They can be paired alongside rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.