Introduction

Elevate your grilling game with these delicious Grilled Bison Burgers, cooked to perfection on the Arteflame grill. Bison is leaner and more flavorful than traditional beef, making it an excellent choice for creating juicy and tasty burgers. Using the Arteflame’s 1,000F center grill grate, we’ll lock in the juices with a perfect sear before finishing on the flat cooktop for an even cook. Served with fresh lettuce, tomato, and onion, these burgers will be your new favorite go-to meal.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground bison
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp butter (for cooking)
• 4 burger buns
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 1 tomato, sliced
• 1 small red onion, sliced
• Optional: cheese slices, pickles, mustard, or ketchup

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins.
2. Place the oil-soaked napkins in the center of the Arteflame grill.
3. Stack firewood over the napkins.
4. Light the napkins and let the fire spread.
5. Allow the grill to heat up for about 20 minutes.

Step 2: Form the bison patties

1. In a bowl, mix the ground bison with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
2. Form into 4 equal-sized patties, pressing slightly thinner in the center to prevent bulging while cooking.

Step 3: Sear the patties on the center grill grate

1. Place a small amount of butter on the center grill grate.
2. Sear the bison patties on the center grill grate at 1,000F for about 1-2 minutes per side to lock in the juices.

Step 4: Finish cooking on the flat cooktop

1. Move the seared patties to the flat cooktop.
2. Continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 15°F below your desired doneness (Medium-Rare: 125°F, Medium: 135°F, Medium-Well: 145°F).
3. Remove the patties from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes.

Step 5: Toast the buns and assemble

1. Place burger buns on the flat cooktop for 1-2 minutes until lightly toasted.
2. Assemble the burgers by placing the bison patty on the bottom bun, followed by lettuce, tomato, onion, and any additional toppings.
3. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips

• Always let the patties rest after grilling to keep them juicy.
• Use butter instead of oil for better flavor.
• Adjust cooking zones on the Arteflame grill—closer to the center for higher heat and near the edges for a gentler cook.

Variations

1. Spicy Bison Burger: Add 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper and top with jalapeños.
2. BBQ Bison Burger: Mix 1 tbsp BBQ sauce into the patties and top with caramelized onions.
3. Mushroom Swiss Bison Burger: Add sautéed mushrooms and swiss cheese.
4. Avocado Bison Burger: Add sliced avocado and a dash of lime juice.
5. Blue Cheese Bison Burger: Mix crumbled blue cheese into the patties.

Conclusion

Cooking bison burgers on the Arteflame grill ensures a perfectly seared burger with flavorful, juicy perfection. Once you try this method, you'll never want to go back to traditional grilling. Happy grilling!

Best pairings

Pair these delicious bison burgers with grilled sweet potato fries, a summer corn salad, or a refreshing coleslaw. For drinks, a cold craft beer or a fruity red wine complements the flavors beautifully.