Bison (also known as buffalo) steak has naturally higher levels of iron and lower levels of fat, cholesterol, and sodium than beef, making it one of the healthiest red meats on the market. If you get bison steak that originates from grass-fed animals, an added benefit is its cholesterol-lowering Omega-3 fatty acid levels are higher, as opposed to buffalo and cattle that are fed with grain. Did you know that actually, bison steak has less cholesterol than skinless chicken.
Bison steak consumers maintain that although tasting similar to beef, buffalo has it own unique flavor, described as being richer than beef without any “gamey” taste. Perfectly suitable for replacing beef in any recipe, cook buffalo somewhat longer for beef-comparable tenderness – with the exception of bison steaks. For optimum flavor, never overcook it! A rare-to-medium-rare buffalo steak is best!
