Bison Burger
Bison burgers are a healthier, leaner alternative to beef, offering rich flavor with fewer calories. They're easy to prepare, taking about 20 minutes from start to finish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450g ground bison meat
- 1/4 cup 30g breadcrumbs (optional for binding, omit for gluten-free or keto)
- 1 large egg, optional for binding
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, optional for extra flavor
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (for cooking)
- 4 burger buns or lettuce wraps for low-carb/keto options
- Cheese slices optional (Cheddar, Swiss, or your favorite)
Topping Suggestions
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Pickles
- Onion slices
- Avocado
- Ketchup mustard, or mayo
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or stovetop to medium-high heat.
- Mix the ground bison with seasoning (salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder) in a bowl.
- Shape the meat into patties, about ¾ inch thick. Bison is lean, so avoid pressing them too hard.
- Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Bison cooks faster than beef, so keep an eye on the temperature.
- Add cheese (optional) during the last minute of cooking to melt it over the patties.
- Toast the buns lightly on the grill or stovetop.
- Assemble the burger with your preferred toppings and sauces.