Air Fryer Steak Wrapped Asparagus brings together tender asparagus with juicy steak, ready to eat in 10 minutes!
Air Fryer Steak Wrapped Asparagus is an elegant, low-carb dish that comes together in minutes using your air fryer. Thin slices of skirt or flank steak are wrapped around trimmed asparagus spears and roasted with grape tomatoes for a flavorful, satisfying meal.
Serve these bundles on their own with a side salad or tomatoes, or place them over rice for a heartier plate.
What ingredients do you need for Air Fryer Steak Wrapped Asparagus?
- Asparagus, trimmed
- Grape tomatoes, halved
- Skirt steak or flank steak, thinly sliced
- Balsamic vinegar
- Olive oil
- Garlic, crushed
- Salt
- Olive oil cooking spray
How do you slice the steak?
Choose a thin-cut steak such as skirt or flank. For the most tender results, slice the steak against the grain into strips about 1–2 inches wide. Cutting against the grain shortens the muscle fibers and makes the meat easier to chew. Each strip should be wide enough to wrap around a few asparagus spears.
A thin steak will cook quickly in the air fryer. If your steak is thicker, use a meat mallet to flatten it or ask your butcher to slice it thinly.
Tips for Making Air Fryer Steak Wrapped Asparagus:
- Choose thin steaks – thin slices work best. Pound thicker cuts to an even thickness if needed.
- Trim the asparagus – remove tough ends so every bite is tender.
- Secure with toothpicks if a roll needs extra hold while cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Arrange bundles with space around them so hot air can circulate; cook in batches if necessary.
Variations of Steak Wrapped Asparagus:
- Make it spicy – sprinkle red pepper flakes or add a dash of hot sauce to the marinade.
- Add herbs – toss in fresh rosemary, basil, or more garlic for additional aroma and flavor.
These bundles are best served immediately, straight from the air fryer, while the asparagus is crisp and the steak is tender.
Air Fryer Steak Wrapped Asparagus is simple, elegant, and entirely cooked in the air fryer—crispy asparagus paired with flavorful steak and juicy tomatoes for a delightful contrast of textures.
Air Fryer Steak Wrapped Asparagus
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Ingredients
- 1 Pound Asparagus Trimmed
- 2 Cups Grape Tomatoes Halved
- 1 1/2 Pound Skirt Steak or Flank Steak Thinly Sliced
- 4 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
- 4 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Clove Garlic Crushed
- 1 Tsp Salt
- Olive Oil Cooking Spray
Instructions
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Lightly spray the air fryer or Ninja Foodi basket with olive oil spray.
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Slice the steak against the grain into approximately six even pieces.
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In a small bowl, mix balsamic vinegar, olive oil, crushed garlic, and salt. Stir lightly; the mixture will remain slightly separated but works well as a brush-on marinade.
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Place about three asparagus spears on a steak slice, roll it up, and place the bundle in the air fryer basket.
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Repeat until you have filled the basket. Depending on your air fryer size, plan to cook about three bundles at a time so they have room to crisp.
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Add half of the halved grape tomatoes to the basket alongside the bundles.
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Brush the steak rolls and tomatoes with the oil and vinegar mixture.
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Air fry at 390°F (about 200°C) for 10 minutes, checking at the 5-minute mark. Adjust cooking time to reach your preferred doneness.
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Carefully remove the cooked bundles and tomatoes, then repeat with the remaining rolls and tomatoes.
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Serve the steak-wrapped asparagus warm with the roasted tomatoes on the side.
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