Air Fryer Steak Bites
August 16, 2021
Raise the steaks for school night dinners with an easy, fast, delicious recipe made in the air fryer. This version of steak can be made in less than 20 minutes, making it the perfect quick bite for busy weekdays, or an unexpected appetizer for last-minute guests. Air Fryer Steak Bites can be made with just four ingredients: avocado oil, sirloin steak, salt and pepper. Dip and dunk these savory bites in your favorite Primal Kitchen Sauce, and get dinner on the table in no time.
This easy cut-and-cook dish is a perfect carnivore diet steak recipe: with little seasoning, the savory and succulent natural flavor of the steak can shine through. Folks who are on keto or carnivore diets can enjoy these air fryer steak bites when time is tight.
Air Fryer Steak Bites Recipe
How Long Does It Take to Cook Steak in an Air Fryer?
The cook time on different air fryer models will vary, but aim to keep your steak in the fryer for at least ten to fifteen minutes. Remove the basket every five minutes or so to check the cooking progress, and shake the steak a bit so it cooks evenly throughout. Depending on how well done you like your steak, use a meat thermometer to prevent undercooked (or overcooked!) bites.
Check the temperature of the biggest cut of steak, and follow this cheat sheet so your bites are cooked to perfection.
- Rare: 125 Fahrenheit
- Medium rare: 130 Fahrenheit
- Medium: 140 Fahrenheit
- Medium-well: 150 Fahrenheit
What to Eat with Air Fryer Steak Bites
Whether you’re making a meal or just prepping an easy hors d'oeuvres, serve up these sides or try these variations on this simple recipe.
Serve Up Sides
Try this updated take on classic steak and potatoes! Lemon Turmeric Roasted Potatoes are a salty and savory match with succulent steak.
Looking for more inspired sides? These classic, tasty dishes add extra oomph to this savory air fryer dish.
- Sautéed Green Beans
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
- Roasted Broccoli with Cheese Sauce
- Grilled Portobello Mushrooms
Tender Teriyaki
Toss your bites in Primal Kitchen No Soy Teriyaki or No Soy Island Teriyaki for a tasty, tangy, and umami upgrade. Marinate chopped steak for a few hours before adding them to the air fryer.
Homestyle Bowl
For a comforting, creamy bowl, make this Ranch Cauliflower Mash and serve these juicy bites on top.
Go Green on a Salad
Serve bite-sized succulent steak on a bed of mixed greens with bacon, tomatoes and a drizzle of Primal Kitchen Ranch Dressing for a creamy, restaurant style Steak Salad.
Wok & Roll
Try our most-loved Egg Roll Bowl recipe with these steak air fryer bites subbed in for an Asian inspired dish.
Steak with Extra Sizzle
Take Taco Tuesday to new heights with steak tacos, or go all in on loaded game day nachos.
Go Greek
Marinate the bites in our Greek Dressing, and serve with warm pita bread, tzatziki sauce, hummus, cucumber, tomatoes, olives and feta.
More Air Fryer Recipes to Add to Your Recipe Rotation
These air-fried favorites bring major flavor to the table with minimal prepping and cooking time. Win-win.
