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There is no reason to be buffaloed when cooking with bison. As many chefs will attest, bison is a delicious and healthy substitute in any recipe that calls for beef.
Individual cuts of bison are identical to beef. Bison can appear to be a deeper red due to the fact that bison has lower fat content, thus less marbling than beef. Because bison is lean, it will cook more quickly so it is important not to overcook bison. Overcooked bison is tough bison. Cooking bison correctly is delicious and tender bison.
Use these general guidelines when cooking bison.
Ground bison meat should be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 70°C and the juices should be clear, not red. Roasts and steaks should be cooked to an internal temperature of: