The Best 5 Ingredient Bison Burger Recipe

I LOVE a good bison burger recipe. Grilling season is upon us, so I can't wait to share one of my favorite summer grill-out recipes! This recipe requires minimal ingredients but still packs a flavor punch. Whether you are cooking for a crowd or just looking for a weeknight family dinner option, this recipe is the perfect way to savor the flavors of the season.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Resting Time 5

Total Time 23

Course Main Course

Cuisine Okie Rub

Servings 4

Ingredients

1 lb ground bison
1 tsp dijon mustard
1/4 cup onion, finely diced or grated
2 tbsp The Spice Girl Kitchen Okie Rub plus The Spice Girl Kitchen Tri-Salt Blend to taste
1 tbsp worcestershire sauce, plus more to taste
avocado oil, to grease grill

Instructions

Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Spray with avocado oil.
Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix together until well combined. Form into 4 even patties. Make a thumbprint in the center of each patty.
Cook for 3-4 minutes per side (depending on the thickness of the burgers) or until desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer to help determine when they are done (135°F for rare, 145°F for medium-rare, 160°F for medium, 170°F for well-done).
Allow your cooked burgers to rest for 3-5 minutes before serving. This gives the juices time to redistribute throughout the patty, ensuring every bite is juicy and flavorful.
Set out buns, cheese, onion, lettuce, tomato, bacon, avocado, and condiments galore so your guests can customize their burgers to their liking!

Notes

Extra Tips

You could also make this recipe into sliders. Simply take the same recipe and make 8 burger patties instead of 4. Make sure you buy the slider buns!
See blog content for tips on keeping your bison burgers juicy!

Store & Reheat

Store

Fridge: Transfer the burgers to a large glass storage container with an airtight lid. Allow it to cool to room temperature before securing the lid (about 30-45 minutes; the exact time depends on the amount of meat). Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Freezer: You can also freeze the burgers for up to 3 months. Place the burgers in the fridge to thaw overnight for best results. Make sure the container is airtight!

Reheat

Microwave: Place burgers in a microwave-safe dish, cover with a damp paper towel, and microwave on high for 20-30 seconds at a time until heated through. This prevents overcooking and keeps the burger from drying out*

Oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place burgers in an oven-safe dish, cover it with foil, and cook for 10-15 minutes. You can also add a splash of water or beef broth to the dish to prevent the burgers from drying out*

Stovetop: Place the burgers on a pan over medium-low heat. Add a splash of water or beef broth to the pan to prevent the burgers from drying out. Cover with a lid and cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway through. Repeat until heated through.*

* Total time depends on the amount you are reheating and the thickness of the burgers.

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