Air Fryer Asparagus with Air Fryer Skirt Steak over Rice Recipe

**Servings:** 2

**Time:**
- **Total Time:** 45 minutes
- **Preparation Time:** 15 minutes
- **Overnight Preparation Required:** No
- **Cooking Time:** 30 minutes

**Tools:**
- Air fryer
- Rice cooker
- Mixing bowls
- Tongs
- Knife and cutting board

**Ingredients:**

**For the Skirt Steak:**
- 2 (4-6 oz) skirt steaks
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste

**For the Asparagus:**
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste

**For the Rice:**
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tbsp butter

**Instructions:**

**For the Skirt Steak:**

1. **Marinate Steak:**
   - In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
   - Add skirt steaks and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.

2. **Cook Steak and Asparagus:**
   - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
   - Place the marinated steaks on one side of the air fryer basket.
   - On the other side of the basket, place the seasoned asparagus.
   - Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping the steak and shaking the asparagus halfway through, until the steak is cooked to desired doneness and the asparagus is tender and slightly crispy.

**For the Asparagus:**

1. **Prepare Asparagus:**
   - In a mixing bowl, toss asparagus with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. **Cook Asparagus:**
   - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
   - Place the seasoned asparagus in the air fryer basket.
   - Air fry for 7-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until tender and slightly crispy.

**For the Rice:**

1. **Prepare Rice:**
   - Rinse basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
   - Add rice, water (or chicken broth), salt, and butter to the rice cooker.
   - Cook according to the rice cooker’s instructions.

**To Serve:**
- Serve the air fryer skirt steak sliced over the cooked rice, with air fryer asparagus on the side. Enjoy!

**Health Benefits:**
- High in protein from the steak
- Rich in vitamins and fiber from the asparagus
- Provides energy from the rice

**Keywords:** 
L/D, Air Fryer, Rice Cooker, Skirt Steak, Asparagus, Basmati Rice, Quick and Easy, Healthy, Balanced Meal, Flavorful, Protein-Rich, Vegetables

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