Air Fryer Za’atar Beef Bites with Tahini Sauce
Quick, flavorful beef bites tossed in aromatic za’atar and crisped in the air fryer, served with a silky tahini drizzle. Pair with rice or pita and fresh veggies for an easy Mediterranean-style weeknight feast.
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients: 15
Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Preparation
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Step 1
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F according to the manufacturer’s instructions
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Step 2
Cut steak into 1 ½ inch cubes. In a mixing bowl, coat steak cubes with olive oil, Za’atar seasoning and salt, being sure to get seasoning on all sides of the meat. Cook beef cubes in an air fryer for 10 minutes, flipping meat halfway through cook-time.
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Step 3
Meanwhile, mix Tahini, warm water, garlic, lemon juice and salt in a food processor, blender, or mixing bowl.
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Step 4
Drizzle tahini sauce over beef bites and use extra sauce on the side as desired. Serve with brown rice or a whole grain pita, mixed greens, diced cucumbers, red peppers, and onions.
Nutrition Information
230 Calories
2.9g SAT FAT
25g PROTEIN
4.3 mg IRON
4.8 mg ZINC
* Based on a 2,000 calorie diet
** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet
Safe Handling Tips:
- Wash hands with soap and water before cooking and always after touching raw meat.
- Separate raw meat from other foods.
- Wash all cutting boards, utensils, and dishes after touching raw meat.
- Do not reuse marinades used on raw foods.
- Wash all produce prior to use.
- Cook steaks and roasts until temperature reaches 145°F for medium rare, as measured by a meat thermometer, allowing to rest for three minutes.
- Cook Ground Beef to 160°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
- Refrigerate leftovers promptly.
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A quick and tasty recipe that I enjoy over a salad. Great for meal prepping.