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Charred Scallion and Cracked Allspice-Crusted Bison Strip Loin with Fire-Roasted Garlic Butter

Charred Scallion and Cracked Allspice-Crusted Bison Strip Loin with Fire-Roasted Garlic Butter

This delicious bison strip loin, seasoned with cracked allspice and complemented by fire-roasted garlic butter, is perfect for a special occasion or a hearty weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 steaks Bison strip loin steaks About 1.5 inches thick
  • 1 bunch Scallions
  • 1 tablespoon Cracked allspice berries
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Divided for steaks and scallions
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Softened
  • 6 cloves Garlic cloves Unpeeled
  • for garnish Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley)

Equipment

  • Grill or Oven
  • Skillet
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Spice Grinder or Mortar and Pestle

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill or oven to medium heat. Wrap the unpeeled garlic cloves in aluminum foil, drizzling them with a little olive oil. Place the foil packet on the grill or in the oven and roast for about 20-25 minutes, or until the garlic is soft and fragrant. Once done, let it cool slightly before unwrapping.
  2. Squeeze the roasted garlic from the skins into a bowl. Add the softened butter and mix until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  3. While the garlic is roasting, prepare the bison strip loin. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. In a spice grinder or mortar and pestle, crush the allspice berries to a coarse consistency. Press the cracked allspice onto both sides of the bison steaks to form a crust.
  4. Drizzle the scallions with a little olive oil and season with salt. Place them on the grill or in a hot skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally until charred and tender. Remove from heat and set aside.
  5. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add a tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the bison steaks and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness is reached. Use a meat thermometer for accuracy (130°F for medium-rare). Remove from the skillet and let the steaks rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
  6. Slice the bison steaks against the grain and arrange on a platter. Top with the charred scallions and dollops of fire-roasted garlic butter. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

For additional flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice to the garlic butter before serving.