Make Grilled Buffalo Burgers

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Derrick Riches
Derrick Riches is a grilling and barbecue expert. He has written two cookbooks.
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Published on 08/29/19 by Derrick Riches
Derrick Riches is a grilling and barbecue expert. He has written two cookbooks.
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Updated 08/29/19

Grilled Buffalo Burgers. Melanie Acevedo/Getty Images
  • Total: 20 mins
  • Prep: 12 mins
  • Cook: 8 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings

These grilled burgers are not only delicious but simple to make. Serve on top a deli roll or burger bun with your favorite condiments.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground buffalo meat
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 hamburger buns

Steps to Make It

  1. Gather the ingredients.

  2. Preheat grill for medium-high heat.

  3. Shape meat into four 1 1/2-inch thick patties.

  4. Season each patty with salt and pepper and place onto grill.

  5. Brush the top side of patties with barbecue sauce and allow to cook for 4 minutes.

  6. Turn burgers, brush with sauce again and allow to cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.

  7. Remove from heat, assemble burgers on buns, and serve.

  8. Enjoy!

Tip

  • Remember that buffalo is a lean meat so don't overcook it.

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