Imagine tender, juicy steak bites with a golden, crispy exterior that practically melts in your mouth, paired with perfectly caramelized mushrooms – all prepared in just 25 minutes with minimal effort. This Air Fryer Steak Bites and Mushrooms recipe is about to revolutionize your weeknight dinner game, transforming ordinary ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal that will have everyone at your table begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz mushrooms, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove the sirloin steak from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature, which ensures more even cooking.
- Pat the steak pieces dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a better sear and crispy exterior.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the steak bite-sized pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to ensure even seasoning.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for approximately 3-4 minutes to ensure proper cooking temperature.
- Lightly spray or brush the air fryer basket with additional olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Place the seasoned steak bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded to allow proper air circulation.
- Cook the steak bites for 4-5 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Add the halved mushrooms to the basket alongside the steak bites during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
- Check the internal temperature of the steak bites with a meat thermometer. For medium-rare, aim for 135°F (57°C), for medium 145°F (63°C).
- Once cooked to desired doneness, remove the steak bites and mushrooms from the air fryer and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh chopped parsley or additional cracked black pepper.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Always let your steak sit at room temperature before cooking to ensure even heat distribution and more consistent results.
- Pat Dry for Crispiness: Use paper towels to remove excess moisture from steak pieces, which is crucial for achieving that desirable crispy exterior.
- Don't Overcrowd: Arrange steak bites in a single layer with space between them to allow proper air circulation, ensuring each bite gets perfectly seared.
- Invest in a Meat Thermometer: This is the most reliable way to achieve your desired level of doneness, whether you prefer medium-rare or medium.
- Rest Your Meat: Always let the steak bites rest for 2-3 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute, keeping the meat tender and flavorful.
- Experiment with Seasonings: While this recipe uses classic garlic and onion powder, feel free to add your favorite herbs or spice blends to customize the flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 549kcal
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: g
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 120mg
