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Air Fryer Breaded Cubed Steak (bistec empanizado)

4.88 from 24 votes

This breaded cubed steak recipe (bistec empanizado) is a Puerto Rican staple, and making it in the air fryer is easy and healthier!

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 25

Yield: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Latin, Puerto Rican

Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

4 pieces cubed steak (beef round sirloin) (16 ounces total)
3 large eggs (with 1 tablespoon water)
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs*
olive oil spray
white rice and lime wedges (optional for serving)

Instructions

Season the beef with salt on both sides.
Beat the eggs in a shallow bowl with water.
Dip the beef in the egg, then into the breadcrumbs, patting it with the back of a fork so it sticks.
Transfer to the air fryer basket in batches as needed.
Spray the top of the beef with oil then air fry 400F in a single layer 5 minutes on each side, spraying the other side when you flip. Serve with rice and lime wedges, if desired.

Notes

*4 tbsp get tossed, this is omitted from nutritional information.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece, Calories: 328kcal, Carbohydrates: 15.5g, Protein: 33g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 218mg, Sodium: 944mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1.5g

- WW Points: 3

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