Easy Herb-Marinated, Grilled Bison Steak

Easy Herb-Marinated, Grilled Bison Steak

This recipe is a great substitute for a classic grilled steak for anyone looking to make healthier food choices. American bison, also known as buffalo, is highly nutritious and low in fat. But because of its low-fat content, you have to be careful not to overcook.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Cooking Style grill

Diet and Health Healthy, low carb, low fat

Seasonal autumn, summer

Ingredient American buffalo, bison

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Marinating Time 1

Total Time 20

Servings -4

Calories 279

Author Annette Tomei

Ingredients

1 lb bison/American buffalo shoulder steak* or other lean cut

For the Marinade:

2 tbsp Dijon mustard
juice of 1/2 fresh lemon
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
6 branches fresh thyme whole
2 cloves garlic peeled and cracked

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Instructions

Whisk together all marinade ingredients except the thyme branches and garlic.
Place the steaks in a shallow glass or steel container. Place the thyme branches on top and a cracked garlic clove on each steak. Cover with the marinade. Rub in on both sides until well coated. Cover and hold in the refrigerator for at least one hour, up to 4 hours.
Heat grill to medium-high and brush grill grates (or grill pan) with a neutral oil like canola or grapeseed oil.
Remove meat from the marinade, remove any time and garlic stuck to the meat, then pat it dry with paper towels. Season with salt and more pepper if desired.
Grill on medium-high heat 2 minutes then turn the steak (on same side) 90 degrees to create professional-looking grill marks. Flip the meat to the other side and cook another 2 minutes then turn 90 degrees again; cook 1-2 more minutes (for medium-rare – slightly longer if medium is desired).**
Remove the steak(s) from the grill and allow to rest on a cutting board for at least 10 minutes before cutting.
Slice ½ inch slices, across the grain and present over your choice of vegetable or whole grain side dish.

Notes

*Because bison is lean and satisfying, one pound of steak paired with a simple green vegetable or salad often makes the perfect dinner for two. If you’re serving more guests or want a higher-protein meal, the recipe doubles easily.

**If you're not sure when to remove the meat from the grill, you can use a probe thermometer. A thermometer reading of about 120 degrees should give you medium-rare meat, which is my ideal doneness for this steak recipe. Keep in mind that the meat will continue to cook as it rests after it is removed from the heat.

A note on the provided nutrition information

The nutrition information provided has been estimated by an online nutrition calculator and is not a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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