As the animal gets older, the muscles become stronger, more coarse, resulting in a tough, stringy piece of meat. If the animal is strong and healthy, the meat will reflect it in tenderness and flavor. Be aware that not every animal is the same and not all meat is the same. If you have had a tough steak, chances are it was from an older animal, or one in poor condition. Noticeable visual characteristics of bison meat are the dark red color of the muscle and lack of marbling.
Bison contains high levels of minerals and vitamins.
The high level of iron in bison is the reason for a rich, dark red color. At the meat counter, you will notice this coloration when compared to other red meats. Site designed and maintained by Web Opus Web and Graphic Design . Contact us about questions or problems with this site. Site best viewed on a Macintosh with Internet Explorer 4.5 or better.