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

Air Fryer Breaded Cubed Steak (bistec empanizado)

eggs (with 1 tablespoon water)

salt

seasoned breadcrumbs*

olive oil spray

white rice and lime wedges (optional for serving)

steak

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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.

Really good.  I rubbed steaks with nonfat yogurt.  Let it sit a couple of hours.  Before prepping to cook I pressed the steaks with a metal meat tenderizer.  I put the recipe together and sprayed it with ghee spray.   Really good.

I made this several times using pork loin cubed steaks instead of beef, then followed the recipe as written.  My family LOVES this! It's tender, crispy and easy. Today it was served with rice, pickled red cabbage, and roasted asparagus. I made enough for another meal.

I put anything with breading on it in the fridge for 10 minutes befor I spray it with oil and cook it.  It helps the breading to "set" and, I think, fries up a little crispier.

I needed a fast meal and hadn't had time to marinate my cubed steak. After trying this recipe, I'll never waste my time with marinades again! The steak was delicious! And so tender I couldn't believe I was eating cubed steak! I halved the recipe, thinking I would have the other piece tomorrow. But I actually ate it all! I had a Kaiser roll in the freezer, so air fried that to warm and crisp it, then had one piece on the roll with cheese. Best cheese steak I've had in a while! Thank you SO much for this easy and tasty recipe! Definitely going to be having this again!

This was hearty and satisfying. I think the only extra thing I would have done would have been to tenderize the cube steaks a bit more before seasoning and breading. I used Lawry's to season the cube steks and Italian bread crumbs to coat. Made it with some garlic mashed potatoes and fresh green beans. It felt like a homemade, filling meal without all the work. Thank you.

I love this, I can’t believe I slept on cube steaks for so long. Quick and easy!

This is one of our many favorites of your recipes. My husband loves breaded cube steak and I love this
healthier version for him. Pair with Puerto Rican beans and rice. Yum! It's a treat we don't have to feel guilty about!!

air fryer breaded cubed steak (bistec empanizado)

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total: 25 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

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