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Our buffalo are handled as little as possible. They spend their lives on grass, much as they
always have, with very little time in the feedlot. They are not subjected to questionable
drugs, chemicals or hormones.
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Research has shown that buffalo meat is also a highly nutrient dense food because of the
proportion of protein, fat, mineral, and fatty acids to its caloric value. Comparisons to
other meat sources have also shown that buffalo has a greater concentration of iron as well
as some of the essential fatty acids necessary for human well being. Buffalo is ideal for those
on a low fat, low cholesterol diet. |
Because of its low fat content, buffalo does not need to be cooked as long with as
high a temperature as beef to get the job done. In fact, most beef recipes can be
adapted to buffalo if you are careful not to overcook and dry out the meat. Just remember
buffalo cooks best "low and slow." The following recipes are designed to give the
first time buffalo meat buyer an opportunity to sample several buffalo cuts.
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Grilled Buffalo Steak
Rub your favorite 6 oz., 1" thick cut of buffalo steak with a combination of a
little garlic salt, cooking oil, and lemon pepper. Grill steaks 4-6 inches above medium
hot coals (325°) 6 - 8 minutes for rare, 8 - 10 minutes for medium. |
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Steaks recommended for grilling/barbecuing include Rib Eyes, T-Bones, and New York Strips.
Lesser quality buffalo steaks are not recommended for grilling unless they have been
marinated. Using a fork to turn steaks punctures the meat, so use tongs for turning and
keep those wonderful juices in the steak. Buffalo steaks taste best when grilled to rare
or medium (still pink in the center).
Per 6 oz. filet: 234 calories; 3.2 g fat;
(12% calories from fat); 105 mg cholesterol; 91.8 mg sodium.
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Buffalo Burger
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Shape ground buffalo into 1/2" thick - 4 oz. patties. Grill covered 4-6
inches above medium hot coals, turning once, just until the pink has disappeared. Season
to taste with salt and pepper. Tuck into a toasted bun, top with your favorite condiments
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Per patty: 156 calories; 9.1 g fat; 30 mg cholesterol; 60 mg sodium. Ground buffalo can
vary in leanness. The above recipe is based on 92% lean ground buffalo.
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Buffalo Chili
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1 pound ground buffalo
1 medium onion, chopped
1 15oz. can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
2 16oz. cans peeled tomatoes
1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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Buffalo Chili |
In a non-stick skillet, saute the ground buffalo and onion until the meat is browned and
the onion is tender. Add the pinto beans, tomatoes, water and seasonings. Cover and simmer
for 1 hour, adding more water if chili becomes too thick. Add chopped cilantro and simmer
an additional 10 minutes. Spoon into bowls and garnish with grated cheese or diced jalapeno
peppers. Serves 4.
Per serving of meat: 156 calories; 9.1 g fat; 30 mg cholesterol; 60 mg
sodium. Per serving of chili: 360 calories; 12.5 g fat (31% calories from fat); 69 mg
cholesterol; 30.9 g carbohydrate; 720 mg sodium.
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