Bison Burger Recipe
Bison patty, house-made BBQ sauce, cheddar, crispy onions, lettuce, tomato, pickles, toasted brioche bun
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Ingredients
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Bison Patty
House-made BBQ Sauce
Toppings
Method
Prepare the Bison Patty
- 1
Mix Seasoning
In a large bowl, combine ground bison, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined but do not overwork the meat.
- 2
Form Patties
Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties, making a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.
Prepare the BBQ Sauce
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a small saucepan, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Simmer Sauce
Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly. Adjust seasoning to taste, then remove from heat.
Cook the Bison Patties
- 5
- 6
Assemble the Burger
- 7
Toast Buns
Lightly toast the brioche buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 8
Layer Ingredients
Spread a generous amount of house-made BBQ sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Place the cooked bison patty with melted cheddar on top, followed by crispy onions, lettuce, sliced tomato, and pickles.
- 9
Finish and Serve
Top with the other half of the bun, serve immediately, and enjoy your delicious bison burger!
