Air Fryer Steak Tips
Bite sized pieces of sirloin get tossed in a simple seasoning blend, air fried until deeply browned on the outside and tender inside, then finished in a garlic butter sauce that pools into every crevice. This recipe skips the grill, the smoke, and the extra pots without skipping any of the flavor.
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Large mixing bowl
- Tongs
- Small saucepan for the garlic butter
- Instant-read meat thermometer (recommended)
- Cast iron grill pan (optional - for stovetop alternative)
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sirloin steak cut into 1 inch cubes (or pre cut steak tips)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels and let sit at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Toss the steak cubes with olive oil and seasonings in a large mixing bowl until evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 4 to 5 minutes.
- Arrange seasoned steak in a single layer in the air fryer basket and air fry for 6 to 10 minutes, shaking halfway, until internal temperature reaches desired doneness.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, add garlic, and cook until fragrant but not browned.
- Let steak rest for 3 to 5 minutes, then toss with warm garlic butter and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Choose a well marbled cut like sirloin, ribeye, or New York strip for the juiciest results.
- Cut steak into evenly sized 1-inch pieces for consistent cooking.
- Pat the steak completely dry before seasoning to achieve a deep brown crust.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in two batches if needed for even browning.
- Pull steak 5°F before your target temperature, as it will continue cooking while resting.
- Toss steak in garlic butter after cooking rather than before to prevent burning.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3 to 4 minutes to maintain tenderness.
- To freeze, place cooked steak tips in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.
- For a spicy version, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the seasoning blend.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 29gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 470mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 0.5gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 17mg
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