Description
This Air Fryer Breaded Cubed Steak (bistec empanizado) is a quick and delicious dish featuring tender beef round sirloin coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and cooked to crispy perfection using an air fryer. Ready in just 25 minutes, it makes a flavorful meal that pairs wonderfully with white rice and lime wedges for a touch of zest.
Ingredients
Beef
- 4 pieces cubed steak (beef round sirloin), 16 ounces total
- 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
Breading
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
Others
- Olive oil spray
- White rice (optional, for serving)
- Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Season the beef: Sprinkle salt evenly over both sides of each cubed steak piece to enhance flavor.
- Prepare egg wash: Beat the three large eggs together with 1 tablespoon of water in a shallow bowl until well combined.
- Bread the steak: Dip each piece of seasoned beef first into the egg mixture, ensuring full coverage, then coat thoroughly with seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing gently with the back of a fork so the crumbs adhere well.
- Arrange in air fryer: Place the breaded steaks in a single layer inside the air fryer basket; if needed, do this in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Cook the steaks: Spray the tops lightly with olive oil and air fry at 400°F (204°C) for 5 minutes. Carefully flip each piece, spray the other side with olive oil, and air fry an additional 5 minutes until the coating is crispy and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the steaks from the air fryer and serve immediately with white rice and lime wedges, if desired, for a complete meal.
Notes
- Ensure steaks are patted dry before seasoning to help breadcrumbs stick better.
- Use seasoned breadcrumbs for extra flavor; you can substitute with panko for a lighter crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow even cooking and crisping.
- Adjust air frying time slightly depending on the thickness of the cubed steak pieces.
- Lime wedges add a fresh citrus brightness that complements the savory steak well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
