Roasted Bison with Parsnip and Herb Crust
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it feels fancy but comes together in under an hour. Bison is such a lean, flavorful meat that pairs beautifully with a crispy herb crust, and roasted parsnips add natural sweetness to the plate. What I love most is how simple the technique actually is, yet your guests will think you've spent all day in the kitchen. The bison is incredibly nutrient dense, packed with iron and protein while being lower in fat than beef, so you're getting a truly wholesome meal. Everything roasts together on one pan, keeping cleanup minimal, and the whole dish from prep to table takes just under an hour. It's become my go to when I want to impress without the stress.
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Ingredients
- 4bison steaks(6 oz each, room temperature)
- ¾ kgparsnips(peeled and cut into 3-inch batons)
- 3 sprigsfresh thyme
- 2 sprigsfresh rosemary
- 4garlic cloves(minced)
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil(divided)
- 2 tablespoonsdijon mustard
- 237 mlpanko breadcrumbs
- 237 mlparmesan cheese(finely grated)
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
- 2 tablespoonsbalsamic vinegar
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss parsnips with 2 tablespoons olive oil, thyme, rosemary, half the minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
Tip: Parsnips caramelize beautifully when given space on the pan—avoid crowding them.
- 2
While parsnips roast, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan, remaining minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.
- 3
Brush both sides of each bison steak with dijon mustard, then gently press the herb-panko mixture onto the top surface of each steak, creating an even crust.
Tip: Don't press too hard—a light touch ensures the crust stays intact during cooking.
- 4
Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, carefully place crusted bison steaks in the pan.
Tip: Bison is very lean, so high heat prevents it from drying out.
- 5
Sear steaks for 3-4 minutes on the crust side without moving them, allowing a golden-brown crust to form.
- 6
Gently flip steaks and sear the other side for 2-3 minutes for medium-rare doneness. Remove from heat.
Tip: Bison cooks faster than beef—aim for an internal temperature of 130-135°F.
- 7
Transfer bison steaks to the oven with the parsnips and roast together for 8-10 minutes to finish cooking and meld flavors.
- 8
Remove from oven and drizzle the roasted parsnips with balsamic vinegar. Plate the bison steaks alongside the parsnips and serve immediately.
Tip: Let the bison rest for 2 minutes before serving to retain its juices.
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