Entree: United States – Upper Midwest – Bison Burger (Grilled ground bison patties served on buns with classic burger toppings)

Food safety reminder: Follow safe food-handling practices and use a food thermometer to verify safe internal cooking temperatures.

Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 15 min

Cook 10 min

Total 25 min

Ingredients

- 1 lb (454 g) ground bison
- 1 tsp (5 g) kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp (2 g) freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped, approx. 1 oz (28 g)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) neutral oil (for grilling)
- 4 hamburger buns, approx. 2.5 oz (70 g) each
- 4 slices cheddar cheese, approx. 0.75 oz (20 g) per slice
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 1 medium tomato, sliced, approx. 6 oz (170 g)
- 4 dill pickle slices per burger (or to taste)
- Condiments: ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise (as desired)

Instructions

U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate.

1. Combine ground bison, shallot, garlic, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper gently in a bowl; form into four even patties (about 4 oz (115 g) each). Chill 10–15 minutes to firm, then brush patties and grates with oil and grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat 3–5 minutes per side for medium (internal 145°F/63°C), adding cheese in the final minute to melt.
2. Toast buns briefly on the grill or pan, assemble burgers with lettuce, tomato, pickles, condiments and the cooked patties, and serve immediately.

1. Combine ground bison, shallot, garlic, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper gently in a bowl; form into four even patties (about 4 oz/115 g each). Chill 10–15 minutes to firm, then brush patties and grates with oil and grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat 3–5 minutes per side for medium (internal 145°F/63°C), adding cheese in the final minute to melt.
2. Toast buns briefly on the grill or pan, assemble burgers with lettuce, tomato, pickles, condiments and the cooked patties, and serve immediately.