Buffalo Burgers

Single buffalo hamburger with all the trimmings.

5 from 1 vote

Burgers just seem to go with BBQ but it's time to grill up something out of the ordinary - Buffalo Burgers. They're lean, tasty & awesomely delicious!

Prep Time20

Cook Time6

Total Time26

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: -6 servings

Calories: 826kcal

Author: Linda Warren

Ingredients

1 ½ lbs. ground buffalo or bison
2 Tablespoons BBQ Sauce
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 Tablespoons bacon fat (to help keep moist)
2 Tablespoons green onion, chopped
¼ cup smoked Gouda cheese, shredded (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
4-6 slices smoked Gouda cheese
4-6 slices bacon or jalapeno bacon is a great option
4-6 hamburger buns
Garnish: lettuce, tomatoes, pickles

Instructions

Cook the bacon so it is ready to go when the burgers are done. Reserve the fat.
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients for the burgers up to the bacon, quickly working the ingredients together with your hands. DO NOT OVERMIX!
Form into 4 or 6 hamburger patties, depending on how large you like your burgers. They won't shrink much as the meat is very lean.
Grill burgers on medium-high heat for about 5 minutes per side. It is not recommeneded to cook bison beyond medium as it will dry out and become tough. Medium rare is best.
In the last minute of grilling top each burger with a slice of gouda cheese.
Serve buffalo burgers on hamburger rolls, topped with bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and additional BBQ sauce on the side.

Notes

STORING/FREEZING

Storing: Let the burgers cool down then place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Freezing: Wrap the burgers tightly in a layer of plastic wrap then either another layer of aluminum foil or place the wrapped patties in a plastic freezer bag. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw them in the fridge overnight.

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