Bison Burgers

5 from 3 votes

Bison burgers are a lean protein substitute for ground beef that are juicy and so delicious. Customize them however you like!

Prep Time15

Cook Time10

Total Time30

Servings: burgers

1 lb ground bison
1 egg
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoon Worcestershire
4 burger buns
Toppings: I like cheddar or American cheese, onion, lettuce, pickles & ketchup and mayo

Mix bison & seasonings: In a large bowl, combine the ground bison, egg, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Use your hands and do not overmix! This will help keep them very tender.
Make Patties: Form the mixture into 4 patties (or 3 larger patties). DO NOT worry about the patty looking good or being a perfect circle. Gently & quickly form the patty. They should be about ½ inch thick OR try to get it to the size of the bun you are using. Use your thumb to make a quarter sized well in the center of each patty. This keeps the patty from seizing or getting tough as it cooks.
Cook Burger Patties: Heat a grill or skillet to medium/medium-high heat. Avoid cooking over too high of heat. The goal is to get a light crust while still cooking the burger evenly instead of burning before it cooks. Cook the burgers for about 5 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F for medium-rare to medium doneness. Add cheese in the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
Serve: Let the burgers rest for a few minutes before serving. I like to use special sauce (ketchup & mayo), and serve with pickles, lettuce and homemade buns.