Buffalo Bolognese
Buffalo Bolognese is a hearty, American-Italian fusion pasta sauce that swaps traditional ground beef or pork for lean, flavorful ground buffalo (bison). It typically features a rich tomato base with onions, carrots, celery, garlic, herbs like oregano and basil, and a splash of red wine or broth. The dish is a modern twist on the classic Bolognese, popular in health-conscious and gourmet circles across the United States.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and relatively lower in fat compared to traditional Bolognese, thanks to the lean buffalo meat. It provides a good source of iron, zinc, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing around 350-450 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 620 mg |
| Iron | 4.2 mg |
| Zinc | 6.8 mg |
| Potassium | 650 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.1 mcg |
| Vitamin A | 1200 IU |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Selenium | 22 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents a growing trend of using sustainable, grass-fed game meats in classic comfort foods. Nutritionally, buffalo meat is often praised for being higher in protein and omega-3 fatty acids while being lower in calories and cholesterol than beef.
