Grilled Bison with Rocket
Prep
15 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Here's a recipe I've fallen in love with lately: grilled bison with rocket. The beauty of this dish is how quickly it comes together in just forty minutes from start to table. Bison is incredibly lean and packed with protein, making it a fantastic choice if you're looking to eat healthier without sacrificing flavor. The peppery rocket provides a wonderful contrast to the rich, tender meat, while the bright lemon and garlic bring everything into perfect harmony. It's elegant enough for dinner guests but simple enough for a weeknight meal, and honestly, it never fails to impress.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 4bison steaks(about 200g each)
- 150 gfresh rocket
- 2lemon(halved)
- 60 mlextra virgin olive oil
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 5 gsea salt
- 2 gblack pepper
- 30 mlbalsamic vinegar
- 40 gparmesan cheese(shaved)
- 4thyme sprigs(fresh)
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Instructions
- 1
Remove the bison steaks from the fridge 10 minutes before cooking so they reach room temperature. This helps them cook evenly.
Tip: Room temperature meat cooks more uniformly and stays more tender.
- 2
Brush your grill or griddle with a little oil and heat it to high. Pat the steaks dry with paper towels.
Tip: Dry meat gets a better crust and browns more effectively.
- 3
Season the steaks generously on both sides with salt and pepper. Rub with minced garlic and place the thyme sprigs on top.
- 4
Grill the steaks for 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium rare, depending on thickness. Bison is very lean so avoid overcooking.
Tip: Use a meat thermometer if you want an internal temperature of about 54 to 60 degrees Celsius.
- 5
While the steaks cook, whisk together the olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 6
Transfer the cooked steaks to a warm plate and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Tip: Resting allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat moist.
- 7
Toss the rocket gently with the balsamic dressing and arrange it on serving plates alongside the steaks.
- 8
Grill or char the lemon halves cut side down for 2 minutes until golden. Serve alongside each steak.
Tip: Warm grilled lemon juice is better than cold and adds lovely char flavor.
- 9
Top the rocket with shaved parmesan and serve immediately while everything is still warm.
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