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Air Fryer Steak Sandwiches with Bacon Jam

Air Fryer Steak Sandwiches with Bacon Jam

plus Garlic Aioli, Arugula & Crispy Fried Onions
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Christina Boateng
Christina BoatengUpdated on October 09, 2026
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Calories
: 
1000 kcal
Protein
: 
43g protein
Total
: 
25 minutes
Difficulty
: 
Easy
Allergens:
  • Wheat
  • Soy
  • Eggs

Juicy steak is cooked in the air fryer, thinly sliced, and layered onto toasted ciabattas with garlic aioli, smoky bacon jam, balsamic-dressed arugula, fresh tomato, and crispy fried onions. The combination of savory, tangy, and sweet notes in every layer makes this satisfying sandwich worth savoring.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
Serving amount

1 unit

Bacon Jam

12 ounce

Sirloin Steak

2 ounce

Arugula

2 unit

Ciabatta

(Contains: Wheat, Soy)

4 tablespoon

Mayonnaise

(Contains: Eggs)

1 unit

Tomato

1 unit

Crispy Fried Onions

(Contains: Wheat)

5 teaspoon

Balsamic Glaze

1 teaspoon

Garlic Powder

Not included in your delivery

teaspoon (tsp)

Salt

1 teaspoon (tsp)

Olive Oil

1 teaspoon (tsp)

Cooking Oil

2 unit

Cooking Spray

teaspoon (tsp)

Black Pepper

per serving
Calories1000 kcal
Fat61 g
Saturated Fat17 g
Carbohydrate61 g
Sugar17 g
Dietary Fiber2 g
Protein43 g
Cholesterol155 mg
Sodium940 mg
Potassium850 mg
Calcium110 mg
Iron5.2 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.

Cooking Steps

Air-Fry Steak
1
  • Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees. Wash and dry produce.
  • Pat steak* dry with paper towels; season all over with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of oil.
  • Once air fryer is preheated, coat air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray; add steak and cook to desired doneness, 8-12 minutes.
  • Transfer to a cutting board to rest at least 3 minutes.

 

Prep & Mix Aioli
2
  • While steak cooks, thinly slice tomato into rounds.
  • In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. 
Toast Bread & Dress Arugula
3
  • Halve ciabattas; toast until golden brown. 
  • In a medium bowl, toss arugula with a drizzle of olive oil, as much balsamic glaze as you like, salt, and pepper.
Finish & Serve
4
  • Thinly slice steak against the grain.
  • Spread bottom halves of ciabattas with garlic aioli. Top with steak, as much salad as you like, tomato, and crispy fried onions. Spread top halves of ciabattas with bacon jam and close to form sandwiches.
  • Divide sandwiches between plates and serve with any remaining salad on the side.

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Oct 2026
  • Flavor: The bacon jam and balsamic glaze were standout elements 🎉; some found the jam too sweet or the arugula too bitter, so adjust to taste.
  • Ease of prep: The sandwich came together quickly and was easy to assemble, making it a great weeknight meal.
  • Suggestions: Most reviewers wished for more bacon jam — consider doubling the amount for full coverage on both sandwiches. If you don't have an air fryer, pan-searing works well; tenderizing the steak first also helps with tougher cuts.
  • Portions: A few found the ciabatta too thick and overpowering; a thinner bread or smaller roll would let the fillings shine more.
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