Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Steak Bites

Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs (24 oz) Top Sirloin, Ribeye, or Filet Mignon: Cut into uniform 1.25-inch to 1.5-inch cubes.
• 12-14 Strips Center-Cut Bacon: Cut crosswise into halves (thin to medium cut works best for rapid crisping).
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil or Avocado Oil: Helps the rub adhere to the steak cubes.

Steak Rub & Garlic Herb Glaze:

• 1.5 tbsp Steak Seasoning: (Montreal Steak Seasoning, Kinder’s, or a blend of coarse salt, cracked black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder).
• 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter: Melted.
• 2 cloves Garlic: Finely minced.
• 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley: Chopped (or 1 tsp dried parsley).

Instructions

1. 1.Prep the Meat: 15 Minutes | Low Intensity.
2. Pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels to ensure optimal searing. In a mixing bowl, toss the steak cubes with olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the steak seasoning until evenly coated. Cut the bacon slices in half. Wrap one half-strip of bacon tightly around each steak cube. Secure the wrap with a wooden toothpick inserted straight through the center. Lightly dust the outside of the bacon with the remaining steak seasoning.
3. 2.Preheat the Air Fryer: 5 Minutes | High Heat.
4. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes. Preheating is crucial to crisp the bacon immediately upon contact and prevent the steak from turning soggy.
5. 3.Air Fry to Perfection: 10-12 Minutes | High Intensity (400°F).
6. Arrange the bacon-wrapped steak bites in a single layer in the preheated air fryer basket, leaving space between each bite for hot air to circulate. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 5 to 6 minutes . Open the basket, flip each bite using tongs, and air fry for an additional 5 to 6 minutes until the bacon is golden-brown and crispy.
7. 4.Glaze & Rest: 5 Minutes | Low Intensity.
8. While the bites cook, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley in a small bowl. Remove the steak bites from the air fryer and place them on a platter. Immediately brush or drizzle them with the garlic herb butter. Allow the bites to rest for 3 to 5 minutes so the juices redistribute throughout the meat. Remove toothpicks before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 395 kcal — · Protein: 28 g 56% · Fat: 31 g 40% · Carbohydrates: 1 g 0% Dietary · Saturated Fat: 13 g 65% · Fiber: 0 g 0% · Sugar: 0 g — · Sodium: 680 mg 30%