Bison Stir-Fry with Snow Peas
Bison Recipe
1Setup & Prepare
About This Recipe
Thinly sliced bison cooks in minutes with crisp vegetables and savory sauce. This shows proper technique for quick-cooking lean bison without drying.
Cultural Context
This preparation demonstrates bison's versatility across world cuisines, adapting Asian stir-fry technique to this indigenous protein. Quick, high-heat cooking keeps lean bison tender while vegetables add nutrition.
2Ingredients
Shopping List
3Cooking Instructions
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Marinating: Toss sliced bison with marinade ingredients. Let sit 15 minutes.
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Sauce: Whisk together all sauce ingredients. Set aside.
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Prep: Have all ingredients ready - stir-frying is very fast.
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Meat: Heat wok over highest heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil. Stir-fry bison in batches until just cooked, about 2 minutes per batch. Remove and set aside.
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Aromatics: Add 1 tablespoon oil. Stir-fry garlic and ginger for 30 seconds.
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Vegetables: Add remaining oil and vegetables. Stir-fry 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
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Combining: Return bison to wok. Add sauce and toss until everything is coated and sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
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Service: Serve immediately over steamed rice.
4Chef's Notes & Pairings
Chef's Notes
- Slice meat very thin against the grain
- Have everything ready before starting
- Keep heat very high throughout
- Don't overcrowd the wok
Wine Pairing
Off-dry Riesling or Gewürztraminer complements Asian flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving: 340 calories, 38g protein, 14g fat, 18g carbohydrates. High in protein and vegetables.
