Roasted Bison Recipes for the Perfect Wilderness Adventure
Whether you’re camping, hiking, or out for an epic hunt, bison can be the perfect meal for your outdoor adventure. Roasting bison is a great way to create a variety of unique and delicious meals that won’t weigh you down. From grilled bison rib-eye steaks to bison roast with maple-balsamic glaze, these roasted bison recipes guarantee a flavorful, satisfying meal, giving you the energy to continue your outdoor experiences!
Roast Bison with Maple-Balsamic Glaze
This sweet and sour bison roast is a classic that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more!
Ingredients:
- 2-3 pound bison roast
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, mix together garlic, sage, paprika, and pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture onto all sides of the bison roast.
- Place roast on a rack inside a roasting pan.
- Cook in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and red pepper flakes. Simmer over medium heat until reduced and thick, about 15-20 minutes.
- Every 10 minutes, brush the bison roast with glaze and continue to cook until desired internal temperature is reached (145 degrees F for medium-rare).
- Allow bison roast to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Grilled Bison Rib-Eye Steaks
Grilled bison rib-eye steaks are a deliciously easy and healthy meal for any outdoor adventure.
Ingredients:
- 4 bison rib-eye steaks (1-2 inches thick)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine extra-virgin olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Whisk until combined.
- Add bison rib-eye steaks to the bowl and coat with the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
- Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high heat.
- Once grill is hot, remove bison steaks from the marinade and place onto the grill. Grill for about 7 minutes per side, or until steaks reach desired temperature.
- Once finished, remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Smoky Bison Sliders
Bison sliders are a great handheld meal for any outdoor adventure. Plus, they’re a fun way to introduce bison meat to your friends and family!
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds ground bison
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 12 slider buns (or any other type of small or mini buns)
- Toppings of your choice (lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, etc.)
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine ground bison, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix together until combined.
- Form mixture into small patties (about 1/4 cup of mixture per patty).
- Place patties onto a preheated grill over medium-high heat. (If you don’t have a grill, you can also cook them on a skillet over medium-high heat).
- Cook patties for 5-7 minutes per side, or until desired temperature is reached.
- Once patties are finished cooking, place a patty onto each slider bun and top with desired toppings.
- Serve immediately.
When out for an outdoor adventure, these roasted bison recipes are sure to hit the spot! From tender bison roast with a sweet and sour glaze to flavorful grilled bison rib-eye steaks, you’ll be sure to find the perfect meal for your outdoor experience. So what are you waiting for? Grab your gear and let’s get cooking!
