Description
These Air Fryer Honey Garlic Steak Sweet Pepper Bites are a quick and flavorful appetizer or main dish featuring tender sirloin steak cubes marinated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfectly complemented by crisp bell peppers and red onions. Cooked in the air fryer for a juicy, caramelized finish, they make a deliciously easy meal or snack in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak and Marinade
- 1 lb sirloin steak or flank steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Vegetables and Garnish
- 1 large bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces (any color)
- 1 small red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, honey, minced garlic, ground ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Marinate the Steak: Add the bite-sized steak cubes to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Let the mixture marinate for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate up to 1 hour for more intense flavor penetration.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat for about 5 minutes for optimal cooking temperature.
- Prepare Vegetables: Toss the bell pepper pieces and red onion (if using) with a small amount of olive oil, along with a pinch of salt and black pepper to season.
- Arrange Steak in Basket: Place the marinated steak cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring that pieces have space between them to allow even air circulation and cooking.
- Air Fry Steak: Cook the steak at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to promote even browning and cooking of all sides.
- Add Vegetables and Continue Cooking: Add the prepared bell peppers and onions to the air fryer basket with the steak and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, until the steak is cooked through and vegetables are tender yet crisp.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove the steak and vegetables from the air fryer, serve hot, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serving Suggestions: Enjoy the honey garlic steak pepper bites as a tasty appetizer, over steamed rice, or alongside your favorite salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- For deeper flavor, marinate the steak for up to 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control the heat level, or omit if you prefer no spice.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- Use sirloin or flank steak for tender, flavorful bites—other cuts may alter texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently in the air fryer or stovetop.
