Grilled Bison with Okra
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
You've got to try this one, friend. Grilled bison is such a lean, protein packed meat that makes me feel great about what I'm putting in my body, and pairing it with okra keeps things fresh and interesting. The best part is how quick it comes together, just 15 minutes of prep and 30 minutes on the grill, so you can have dinner ready without spending your whole evening in the kitchen. The smoked paprika and fresh thyme give it this wonderful depth that makes it taste way fancier than the effort involved. Trust me, this is a weeknight winner that will impress anyone at your table.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 4 nullbison steaks(about 200g each, 3cm thick)
- 500 gokra(fresh, halved lengthwise)
- 60 mlolive oil
- 10 gsmoked paprika
- 5 ggarlic powder
- 3 gblack pepper
- 5 gsea salt
- 8 gfresh thyme(leaves only)
- 1 nulllemon(cut into wedges)
- 200 gred onion(sliced into thick rings)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, sea salt, and fresh thyme in a small bowl to make your spice rub.
Tip: Mix your spices while the grill is preheating to save time.
- 2
Pat the bison steaks dry with paper towels, then generously coat both sides with the spice mixture, pressing gently so it adheres well.
Tip: Dry meat grills better and develops a nicer crust.
- 3
Toss the okra and red onion rings with 30ml of olive oil, then season lightly with salt and pepper.
Tip: Don't oversalt the vegetables since your bison already has seasoning.
- 4
Heat your grill to medium-high heat about 200 degrees Celsius. Lightly oil the grates with a cloth.
Tip: A hot grill prevents sticking and creates beautiful char marks.
- 5
Place bison steaks on the grill and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to a warm plate and rest for 5 minutes.
Tip: Bison is lean, so don't overcook it or it becomes tough.
- 6
While the steaks rest, grill the okra cut-side down for 6 to 7 minutes until deeply charred, then flip and cook another 3 to 4 minutes.
Tip: The char adds wonderful flavor and texture to the okra.
- 7
Grill the red onion rings for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they soften and caramelize slightly.
Tip: Move them to the cooler edge of the grill if they char too quickly.
- 8
Arrange the grilled bison steaks on serving plates with the okra and onions alongside. Drizzle everything with remaining olive oil and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Tip: A squeeze of fresh lemon brightens all the smoky flavors.
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