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    Home » Recipes » Easy Healthy Dinners

    Easy Air Fryer Steak Bites

    Modified: Jun 4, 2025 · Published: Oct 23, 2023 by Shelby Stover · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

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    Two images of steak bites with text between the images the top of a close up anbd the bottom of the steak bites in an air fryer.
    Steak bites on a white plate with parsley on them with text on the image.
    Close up of air fryer steak bites with parsley on them and text above the image.

    Cooked in just 10 minutes these air fryer steak bites come out tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned! With a blend of cumin and garlic, these steak cubes work just as well as a game-day appetizer as they do as part of a busy weeknight dinner.

    Close up of air fryer steak bites with parsley on them with a fork on the plate.

    Keep meal prep simple by whipping up these air fryer steak bites (use these other tips to make meal prep easy too)! It’s a classic case of cook once and eat twice.

    These juicy steak bites as so delicious that they work on the side of things like macaroni salad or roasted root vegetables but they also taste delicious on top of meals like lemon noodle bowls too.

    Top it off with the ease of cooking in the air fryer and they're a busy night win.

    As a Certified Nutrition Coach, they’re the perfect recipe for busy moms because they’re so simple to make and a great protein boost (learn more about how to increase protein intake).

    Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    • Easy  to make with minimal ingredients
    • Prepped and cooked in just 20 minutes
    • Dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, and paleo with a whole30 option
    • The steak bites work as an appetizer or full meal just like gluten-free chicken wings
    • 14g protein and 150 calories

    Ingredients You Need

    Flank steak: you want to cut the flank steak into bite-sized cubes so that it cooks quickly in the air fryer.

    Other cuts of steak can be used (I use sirloin steak for these teriyaki steak bites) but flank steak is the most cost-effective. Of course, if you want a full steak dinner, whip up these air fryer New York strip steaks and save the sirloin for the bites.

    Oil: I like to use avocado oil because it has a high heat point in the air fryer without any lingering flavor.

    Seasonings: you need granulated garlic, cumin, and coriander for the steak bites.

    Soy sauce: make sure to use gluten-free soy sauce if needed. To make this steak bites recipe whole30-approved, opt for coconut aminos instead. This works for slow cooker steak bites too.

    Raw steak, soy sauce, spices, and oil in bowls with text labels over top.

    How To Make Them

    1. Preheat the air fryer to 380F.
    2. Pour olive oil, and soy sauce into a plastic bag. Add the spices and stir.
    3. Put the steak pieces in the bag and mix everything.
    4. Let sit for 5-7 minutes to marinate (or longer).
    5. Transfer the steak bites to the air fryer basket and fry for 7 minutes. Mix and cook for another 3 minutes.

    Step By Step Photos

    Raw steak chunks in a plastic baggie.
    Raw steak chunks in an air fryer.
    Cooked steak bites in an air fryer on a cutting board.

    Expert Teaching Tips

    Though the flank steak will look cooked after seven minutes, keep it in the air fryer and cook for the additional three.

    Any neutral oil will work but avocado oil has a high heat point. This is true for something like salt and pepper shrimp in the air fryer and air fryer frozen tilapia too both of which can make tasty apps.

    Store them in the fridge for 3-5 days.

    Reheat the steak bites in the air fryer for a few minutes or stovetop on low to medium heat.

    If you love easy dishes, check out these air fryer Super Bowl recipes to make appetizers SIMPLE.

    Close up of air fryer steak bites with parsley on them with soy sauce and more parsley around it.

    What To Serve With Air Fryer Steak Bites

    The best part about juicy steak bites is that they’re delicious all on their own or as part of a bigger spread- like these air fryer salmon bites. They're wonderful paired with some air fryer snack desserts too.

    If you’re making these steak bites for dinner, we serve them mostly with something like smashed fingerling potatoes, however any of the following works too:

    • Steamed rice
    • Gluten-free sweet potato casserole
    • Cauliflower rice
    • Roasted root veggies
    • Macaroni salad
    • Steamed broccoli

    You can also work leftovers into leftover steak pasta for a wicked-fast dinner recipe.

    If you’re using the steak bites as a game day appetizer, serve them sprinkled with garlic powder and BBQ sauce or Primal Kitchens Ranch Dressing to dip then, use them in a spread with:

    • Green goddess hummus
    • Kimchi deviled eggs
    • Charcuterie board
    • Spicy chicken bites
    • Gluten-free chicken wings
    Close up of air fryer steak bites with parsley on them with soy sauce and more parsley around it.

    Frequently Asked Questions About Steak Bites

    Which cut of beef is best for steak bites?

    Though any cut will technically work, top sirloin steak tends to create the most tender air fryer steak bites.


    Should I bake or air fry steak in the air fryer?

    Cooking steak bites in the air fryer is better because the shorter a steak cooks, the more tender it will be. In an air fryer, you only need 10 minutes to cook steak bites which result in tender, juicy pieces.

    Other Easy Beef Recipes

    • Sheet pan fajitas
    • Slow cooker fajitas
    • Slow cooker beef and broccoli
    Close up of air fryer steak bites with parsley on them with soy sauce and more parsley around it.

    Air Fryer Steak Bites

    Shelby Stover
    Tender, juicy, and seasoned to perfection these air fryer steak bites are the perfect choice for an easy appetizer or busy weeknight dinner.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    0 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, dinner
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 150 kcal

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    Equipment

    • 1 Air Fryer

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup flank steak cut into bite-sized cubes
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
    • ⅓ teaspoon granulated garlic garlic powder works as well
    • ⅓ teaspoon cumin
    • ⅓ teaspoon coriander

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the air fryer to 380F (5 minutes). Pour olive oil, and soy sauce into the bag, and add spices. Stir.
    • Put the steak pieces in the bag and mix everything. Leave on for 5-7 minutes (or longer).
      Raw steak chunks in a plastic baggie.
    • Transfer the steak pieces to the air fryer basket and fry for 7 minutes.
      Raw steak chunks in an air fryer.
    • After 7 minutes, the steak looks ready, however, you need to mix it and cook for another 3 minutes.
      Cooked steak bites in an air fryer on a cutting board.
    • After 3 minutes, the air fryer steak bites can be transferred to a plate and served.

    Notes

    Though the flank steak will look cooked after seven minutes, keep it in the air fryer and cook for the additional three.
    Any neutral oil will work but avocado oil has a high heat point.
    Store them in the fridge for 3-5 days.
    Reheat the steak bites in the air fryer for a few minutes or stovetop on low to medium heat.
    Disclaimer:

    Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"

    Nutrition

    Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 14gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 535mgPotassium: 229mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Rich says

      October 27, 2023 at 8:15 am

      5 stars
      I made these Air Fryer Steak Bites last night and they were such a huge hit! The steak came out so tender and juicy. The blend of spices was perfect and gave the steak bites lots of flavor. I'll be making these again - they're a great option for busy weeknights or entertainment. Thanks for sharing such a delicious recipe!

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear says

        November 01, 2023 at 9:55 am

        Right?! They're just so easy!

        Reply
    2. Bobbi says

      May 09, 2024 at 7:50 pm

      5 stars
      My family loved this!

      Reply
      • fitasamamabear says

        May 11, 2024 at 7:06 am

        Happy to hear it!

        Reply
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