How to Make Texan Style Sweet Potato and Bison Burgers

As you may already know, I’m a MASSIVE fan of cooking with Bison. I find it has a richer taste than beef, and for that reason it pairs exceptionally well with smoky flavours like bacon and paprika. You’ll find them all, and more, in these delicious burgers; and best of all, you’ll have them on the table in less than 15 minutes. I served mine in my favourite lettuce leaf ‘bun’ with a fried egg and some extra crispy onions – delicious!

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Texan Style Sweet Potato and Bison Burgers

These delicious bison burgers are packed with smoky flavours from bacon and paprika, paired perfectly with the rich taste of bison. Serve them in a lettuce leaf ‘bun’ with a fried egg and crispy onions for a quick and satisfying lunch.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time15 minutes mins

Total Time25 minutes mins

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American, Fusion, Texan

Keyword: Beef Burgers, Bison burgers, Paleo Lunch, smoky bison burgers, sweet potato burgers

Servings: 4 Serves

Calories: 450kcal

Cost: $25

Equipment

• Large mixing bowl
• Frying pan

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp coconut oil plus extra for frying
• 1 large red onion finely diced
• 2 fat cloves of garlic finely chopped
• 6-8 button mushrooms finely diced
• 4 rashers smoked bacon chopped
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp oregano
• Pinch salt and pepper
• 500 g bison mince
• 1 medium sweet potato grated
• 1 egg beaten

Instructions

• Sauté the Vegetables: Gently heat your coconut oil in a frying pan, before adding the diced red onion. Cook for 5 minutes to soften, before adding the garlic and cooking for an extra couple of minutes.
• Add Mushrooms and Bacon: Add the mushrooms and bacon to the pan and cook for a minute or so until the mushrooms begin to reduce in size. Add the spices to the pan and give the contents a good stir so that the flavours combine well. Transfer the contents into a large mixing bowl.
• Combine Ingredients: Add the bison mince, grated sweet potato, and beaten egg to the bowl, and mix well with your hands. Form the mixture into 8 – 10 palm-sized balls. Keep in the fridge ready for when you want to cook them.
• Cook the Burgers: When you want to cook your burgers, heat some coconut oil to a medium heat in a frying pan. Depending on the size of your pan, you’ll have to cook the burgers in batches. Ensure there is adequate space between each one, as they’ll get wider as you cook. Fry for 5 – 6 minutes on each side, gently pressing with the side of a spatula to shape them into a more conventional burger shape. Alternatively, they taste even better on the BBQ!

Notes

• For a smokier flavour, consider grilling the burgers on a BBQ.
• Serve with your favourite paleo-friendly toppings like lettuce, fried egg, and crispy onions.
• These burgers freeze well, so make a large batch for quick meals.