Bison Burgers
Sink your teeth into these hearty and flavorful bison burgers, a healthier and leaner alternative to traditional beef patties. Crafted with ground bison and seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce, these burgers bring a smoky, slightly sweet depth to your plate. Juicy and tender, they’re quick to prepare, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish, making them a perfect weeknight dinner option. Toasted buns, fresh toppings like lettuce, tomato, and red onion, and optional melted cheddar cheese elevate the experience, while the rich, savory flavor of bison shines through. Perfect for your next backyard barbecue or casual dinner, these gourmet-style bison burgers are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground bison
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 slices cheddar cheese (optional)
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 slices sliced tomato
- 4 rings sliced red onion
- to taste ketchup
- to taste mustard
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground bison, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix gently with your hands until the ingredients are evenly distributed. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the burgers tough.
Divide the bison mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties about 3/4-inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.
Heat a large skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and allow it to heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
Cook the bison patties for about 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium doneness. For well-done burgers, cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes per side. If adding cheddar cheese, place a slice on top of each patty during the last minute of cooking and cover the skillet or close the grill lid to melt the cheese.
While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster for added texture and flavor.
Assemble the burgers by placing the cooked patties on the bottom halves of the buns. Add lettuce, tomato slices, red onion rings, and any desired condiments like ketchup or mustard. Top with the other half of the bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy your juicy bison burgers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1477 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.5 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.6 g | 218% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 419 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 5167 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.2 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 62.3 g | 222% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 166.8 g | 334% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1010 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 20.9 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 2245 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
