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Bison Stew

Tender chunks of bison are slowly simmered with hearty vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a savory broth to create a rich, comforting stew. Naturally flavorful and satisfying, this rustic meal is perfect for cool evenings and is even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Native American / American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings 8 people
Calories 360kcal

Ingredients

  • 2½ lbs bison stew meat cut into 1½-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1½ tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 3 carrots sliced
  • 3 celery stalks sliced
  • 1½ lbs Yukon Gold potatoes cubed
  • 8 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Season the Meat
  • Pat the bison dry.
  • Combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
  • Toss the bison until evenly coated.
  • Brown the Bison
  • Heat avocado oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Brown the meat in batches for 2–3 minutes per side.
  • Transfer to a plate.
  • Sauté the Vegetables
  • Add the onion, carrots, celery, and mushrooms.
  • Cook for about 6 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Build the Stew
  • Return the browned bison to the pot.
  • Add the potatoes, broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves.
  • Stir well.
  • Simmer
  • Bring to a gentle boil.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Cover and simmer for 2½–3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the bison is fork tender.
  • Finish
  • Stir in the peas during the final 5 minutes of cooking.
  • Remove the bay leaves.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Ingredients (Label Order)

Bison, beef broth, potatoes, carrots, onion, celery, diced tomatoes, mushrooms, avocado oil, peas, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, all-purpose flour, sea salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, parsley, bay leaves, black pepper.
Contains: Wheat, Fish (from Worcestershire sauce, unless using a fish-free variety).

📦 Storage & Shelf Life

  • Refrigerated: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Frozen: Freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheating: Warm gently over medium-low heat, adding a splash of broth if needed to restore the desired consistency.