Roasted Bison with Bean Sprout Medley
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and feels fancy without any fuss. Bison is such a lean, flavorful meat that deserves simple treatment, and roasting it with fresh herbs brings out its natural richness beautifully. The bean sprout medley adds wonderful texture and freshness, plus sprouts are packed with enzymes and nutrients that aid digestion. What I love most is how straightforward everything is: just season your steaks, roast them, then toss together the crisp sprouts with a bright lemon vinaigrette. Your dinner is ready before you know it, and honestly, it tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 4 piecesbison ribeye steaks(1.5 inches thick, about 8 oz each)
- 946 mlmixed bean sprouts(mung, lentil, and radish mix)
- 3 sprigsfresh rosemary(finely chopped)
- 2 teaspoonsfresh thyme(leaves only)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 4 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoondijon mustard
- 3 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
- 2shallots(thinly sliced)
- 118 mltoasted sunflower seeds
- 1 teaspoonsea salt(divided)
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper(freshly ground)
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Instructions
- 1
Remove bison steaks from refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking. Pat them dry with paper towels and season generously with half the sea salt and black pepper on both sides.
Tip: Bringing bison to room temperature ensures even, gentle cooking throughout the meat.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine chopped rosemary, thyme, minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and remaining salt. Rub this herb paste evenly over all surfaces of the bison steaks.
Tip: Prepare the herb crust while the meat comes to temperature for maximum flavor absorption.
- 3
Heat a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat until very hot but not smoking. Sear the bison steaks for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, resisting the urge to move them during cooking.
Tip: Bison is very lean; do not overcook or it will become tough. A meat thermometer reading of 130-135°F is ideal.
- 4
Transfer cooked bison steaks to a warm plate and tent loosely with foil to rest for 5 minutes while you prepare the bean sprouts.
Tip: Resting allows juices to redistribute, keeping the meat tender and juicy.
- 5
In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced shallots and sauté for 2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Tip: Use the residual bison drippings in the pan to build deeper flavor.
- 6
Add the bean sprouts to the skillet and toss gently for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are heated through but still maintain their crunch.
Tip: Bean sprouts cook quickly; avoid overcooking to preserve their delicate texture and nutritional value.
- 7
Whisk together Dijon mustard and fresh lemon juice in a small bowl, then drizzle over the warm bean sprout mixture. Toss gently to combine and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Tip: The warm sprouts will brighten with the acid from the lemon juice.
- 8
Divide the bean sprout medley among four plates, top each with a sliced bison steak, and scatter toasted sunflower seeds over the top. Serve immediately while everything is warm.
Tip: Slicing the bison steak against the grain reveals its beautiful color and ensures maximum tenderness.
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