A contemporary twist on the traditional burger lunch is an open burger with sweet potato fries. Golden, crispy sweet potato chips accompany the succulent beef patties, which are served on crisp lettuce and fresh veggies. This meal has all the flavor without the hefty bread, yet it’s lighter and still decadent.
Recipe Overview
| Preparation Time | 20 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 30 minutes |
| Total Time | 50 minutes |
| Servings | 4 |
Ingredients
For the Burger Patties:
- Lean beef mince: 500g
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Onion: 1 small, finely grated
- Worcestershire sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Breadcrumbs: ¼ cup
- Egg: 1 large
- Salt and black pepper: To taste
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon (for frying)
For the Sweet Potato Chips:
- Two big sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into thin sticks or wedges
- Two teaspoons of olive oil
- One teaspoon of paprika
- Half a teaspoon of garlic powder
- To taste, add salt and black pepper.
For the Burger Assembly:
- 4 big lettuce leaves
- Two sliced tomatoes
- One red onion, cut into rings
- Sliced pickles for garnish (optional)
- Four pieces of cheddar cheese
- A few teaspoons of mayonnaise
- One tablespoon of Dijon mustard
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Sweet Potato Chips
- Set the oven’s temperature to 200°C (400°F).
- Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and olive oil to the sweet potato sticks.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread them equally.
- Bake until brown and crispy, flipping halfway through, 25 to 30 minutes.
Step 2: Make the Burger Patties
- Beef mince, Worcestershire sauce, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, garlic, and shredded onion should all be combined in a big basin.
- Blend until well blended, then shape into four patties.
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. The patties should be cooked to your preferred doneness and browned after 4–5 minutes on each side.
- Put a piece of cheddar cheese on each burger to melt a little in the final minute of cooking.
Step 3: Assemble the Open Burgers
- On each serving plate, arrange a huge leaf of lettuce.
- Add the cooked burger patty with melted cheese, a piece of tomato, and a couple of onion rings.
- Add a sprinkle of Dijon mustard, a dollop of mayonnaise, and pickles on top.
Step 4: Serve
- Place the sweet potato chips on each plate’s side.
- For a splash of color, sprinkle the chips with paprika or fresh parsley.
Tips for Best Results
- To avoid having too much fat in the patties, use lean beef mince.
- For added crispiness, soak the sweet potato sticks in cold water for half an hour before baking.
- If desired, briefly toast the lettuce to create a warm, wilted foundation.
Nutritional Benefits
- A fantastic source of protein and vital elements like iron and zinc are beef patties.
- Sweet potatoes: Rich in antioxidants, fiber, and vitamin A.
- Lettuce and vegetables provide the dish crispness, freshness, and extra vitamins.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with a glass of chilled lemonade or cucumber-and-mint-infused sparkling water.
- To improve the taste of the sweet potato chips, serve them with a side of hot dipping sauce.
Enjoy this Open Burger with Sweet Potato Chips, a dish that’s both comforting and wholesome!
