Bison Meat: Frequently Asked Questions
What are the nutritional benefits of bison meat?
Bison meat is a nutritionally superior red meat. It is natural without growth hormones, steroids, drugs or chemical residue. Bison meat is extremely low in fat with 1/3 less fat than beef. A single serving of bison provides much of your daily protein, iron and zinc requirements, plus most of the antioxidant selenium your body needs each day. Besides all the above making bison the perfect red meat, it is extremely delicious and tasty. ...
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Where can I purchase bison meat?
More and more grocery stores are beginning to carry bison meat as its popularity increases. Bison is becoming a regular menu item in many restaurants. Also, farmer markets are becoming a very popular vendor in many regions across Canada. Click on the link Where To Buy to find your local vendor.
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You can purchase Beech Hill Bison meat at our store , online , at various stores, stands, and restaurants in the Lakes Region area of western Maine, and North Conway, New Hampshire.
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Bison meat can be purchased today online from a variety of sources. Specialty food stores are very likely to carry fresh bison meat as well. More and more frequently, grocery stores are beginning to carry bison meat as its popularity increases. Ask your local grocery store meat department to carry bison meat. You can help to make it more readily available for all consumers. Or, contact the Bison Chef and he will help you locate a source.
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How do I cook bison meat?
Due to its low fat content, bison meat cooks very quickly. It is extremely important to cook bison meat slowly at a lower temperature and serve it less well done than beef. Bison meat tastes best served at medium rare 145°F (62°C) or rare 135°F (57°C). For best results, always use a meat thermometer.
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Bison meat is similar to beef in the way it is prepared. However, due to its low fat content, one of its best characteristics, it's extremely important to remember to cook it slowly, with a lower heat and serve it less well done than beef. Bison meat tastes best cooked and served at "medium" or "below medium. " The Bison Chef will provide recipes and directions for preparing bison meat in a variety of ways each month on this web site. Contact the Bison Chef for consultations.
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What does bison meat taste like?
Bison meat tastes similar to fine beef with a slightly sweeter and richer flavor. Bison is not a wild animal hence it does not taste wild.
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Where can I buy bison meat?
Our Consumer Corner lists Alberta Bison Meat Suppliers that offer Government inspected product. Our Links section also contains bison meat suppliers and restaurants from across North America.
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How do you cook and prepare bison meat?
Bison can be used anywhere lean beef is normally used. Care must be exercised when cooking the bison meat as it cooks much faster than beef, partially due to the reduced fat content within the meat tissue. The Alberta Bison Association ’s pamphlet called Nature’s Best is Back contains some helpful pointers on preparing bison. Check out our Consumer Corner for this pamphlet and other bison cooking tips.
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Is American Buffalo (Bison) meat available for sale?
Currently we do not have meat for sale, however we are taking orders for Memorial Day 2008 and Fourth of July 2008.
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Why is bison meat not more available?
Currently, many informed consumers know about the nutritious benefits of bison meat. However, each month, more and more people are trying it and learning how delicious it is and the many ways in which it can be prepared. Bison meat is difficult to find because bison ranchers have done a poor job marketing it. In addition, increasing demand for bison has also diminished the supply of meat on the market. While bison producers are ranchers, none can claim the distinction of Chef de Cuisine like The Bison Chef. ...
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Is Bison meat more expensive than beef or other meats?
Bison meat is comparably priced to beef. Lost River Bison meat is priced between regular and triple A (top grade) beef. Our bison meat would compare favorably in quality to triple A beef, except there is very little fat, therefore very little waste on our bison. Bison meat has approximately 10% to 15% less waste than beef, which is a saving in itself.
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Bison meat is comparably priced to beef. Lost River Bison meat is priced between regular and triple A (top grade) beef. Our bison meat would compare favorably in quality to triple A beef, except there is very little fat, therfore very little waste on our bison. Bison meat has approximately 10% to 15% less waste than beef, which is a saving in itself.
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Is Bison meat more filling than beef or other type of meat?
Since bison meat has such a small amount of fat, it is more dense than other meats, making it more filling. Smaller portions seem to satisfy most people's appetites.
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How can we purchase American Buffalo(Bison) meat?
Currently we need to receive checks or cash for the American Buffalo (Bison) meat plus shipping. We are in the process of opening up our online ordering system and will notify everyone who leaves us their email when it is up and running.
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I have a heart condition, is bison meat good for me?
Bison meat is the meat of choice for anyone watching his or her cholesterol and fat intake. It is by far the best red meat you can eat if you are monitoring a heart condition. Bison offers a very nutritious source of protein, yet has very little fat, making it the perfect "red" meat for someone on a low-fat diet. It is also extremely delicious and tasty. In general, fewer additives, such as hormones and chemicals, are used in the raising of bison. Consequently, bison is a very "natural" source of nutrition as well.
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I've heard bison meat is healthier than most other meats. Is that true?
Yes, here's the facts, according to a USDA study: Species Fat (gm) Calories (kcal) Cholesterol (mg) Bison 2.42 143 82 Beef 9.28 211 86 Pork 9.66 212 86 Chicken (skinless) 7.41 190 89
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