
Ground bison brings a rich, slightly sweet depth to these burgers that makes them genuinely exciting to eat ā and because bison is the star here, anyone avoiding beef can dig in without compromise. The patties are seasoned with coconut aminos, fresh garlic, grated ginger, and turmeric, which gives every bite a warm, savory complexity that goes way beyond a standard backyard burger. Skipping the bun entirely, these are wrapped in crisp butter lettuce leaves and loaded with creamy avocado and cool cucumber slices, so the whole thing feels fresh and satisfying at the same time. A quick chill before cooking and a thumb-pressed dimple in each patty are small tricks that make a real difference ā you get a beautifully seared crust from the cast iron without any puffing or uneven cooking. Resting the patties for a few minutes before serving keeps them juicy all the way through. The optional drizzle of coconut aminos at the end ties everything together with a subtle umami finish that makes this feel like a restaurant-quality plate you pulled off at home.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground bison, 2 tbsp coconut aminos, garlic, ginger, turmeric, salt, and parsley. Mix gently with your hands until just combined ā do not overwork the meat. Divide into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick, pressing a shallow dimple into the center of each with your thumb to prevent puffing during cooking. Refrigerate the patties for 15 minutes.
Heat the coconut oil in a large (12-inch) cast iron skillet or heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and just beginning to smoke.
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