Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Imagine the tantalizing aroma of tender seasoned steak bites in a luscious garlic butter sauce, all prepared to perfection. Now, picture this mouthwatering delight ready in just minutes in your air fryer.

If you're a fan of quick, easy, and irresistibly delicious dishes, you're in for a treat! Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinners and impress your taste buds.

Calories in Garlic Butter Steak Bites

These delicious Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites serves four people and has 293 calories per serving (no sides).

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Ingredients in Garlic Butter Steak Bites

To prepare these yummy garlic butter steak bites, here are some notes on the ingredients used:

1. Steak Choice: I prefer using sirloin steak, making sure to trim any visible fat before slicing it into bite-sized pieces. Feel free to choose any steak cut you prefer, but it should be suitable for quick cooking. Avoid using stewing steak, as it requires slow, long cooking.
2. Seasonings: For added flavour, I use paprika, onion powder, and a pinch of red chili flakes. If you don't like spicy heat, you can omit the chili flakes.
3. Low-Calorie Spray: Use a non-emulsifier-based low-calorie cooking spray to avoid any sticky residue. Emulsifiers can react with non-stick cookware.
4. Garlic: I opt for jarred minced garlic (or lazy garlic) for convenience.
5. Butter: I recommend using salted butter for extra flavour. Avoid margarine or low-fat spreads as they won't provide the same richness. (The clue is in the name of the recipe after all).
6. Parsley: Fresh chopped parsley works best in this recipe, but you can use dried if it's all you have. Just use less, as dried herbs can be more potent and bitter if used excessively.
7. Salt and Pepper: These essential flavour enhancers play a crucial role in elevating the taste of your dishes. We use them to season the steak bites and recommend using them to season the final dish to taste as well. They ensure your food is never bland when used appropriately.

Once you've gathered all the ingredients and prepared them accordingly, you're all set to create this easy and delightful recipe.

See the recipe card for specific quantities and instructions.

Importance of Preheating your Air Fryer

For certain recipes, like cooking steak in your air fryer, preheating is a crucial step to achieve the perfect sear without overcooking.

Think of it as similar to never adding steak to a cold pan on the stovetop.

To get your air fryer hot and ready, simply preheat it. If your air fryer doesn't have a specific preheat button, you can achieve the same effect by setting it to air fry at the desired temperature for the recommended preheating time without any food inside.

Cooking Garlic Butter Steak Bites

This recipe is incredibly simple and fast. First, we cook the seasoned steak on the grill pan to achieve the perfect sear and color.

Next, we remove the grill pan, making sure to reserve any juices in the basket. Then, we add the steak bites directly into the basket, along with the garlic butter mixture, and cook for an additional couple of minutes to infuse all those delicious flavors.

Sides for Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites

This delicious garlic butter steak bites pair perfectly with a variety of different sides. Here are some of my favourites:

• Baked Potatoes
• Mashed Potatoes
• Rustic Garlic and Parmesan Mashed Potatoes(might be a bit of garlic overload for some, but we love it)
• Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
• Crushed Potatoes
• Spring Onion and Soured Cream Cauliflower Mash - great for a lower carb side.
• Sweet Potato Mash
• CHICKPEA VEGETABLE RICE PILAF
• Lime and Coriander Rice

and then your favourite choice of veggies, like:

• Roasted Asparagus: Toss fresh asparagus spears with low calorie olive oil spray, salt, and pepper, then roast them in the oven until they're tender and slightly crispy.
• Sauteed Mushrooms: Sauté mushrooms in low calorie spray until they're tender and flavourful. A perfect complement to garlic steak.
• Grilled Courgette (Zucchini): Slice zucchini into rounds or spears, spray with olive oil spray, and grill them on a grill pan until they are cooked through.
• Steamed Broccoli: Steam broccoli florets until they are bright green and slightly tender. Season perfectly with salt and black pepper
• Roasted Bell Peppers and Onions: Coat bell peppers and onions with a low-calorie olive oil spray and roast them in the oven until they become charred and tender.
• Sauteed Spinach: Quickly sauté fresh spinach with olive oil spray until it wilts. It's a simple and nutritious side. Some light cream cheese stirred through also create a delicious cream version.

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