Beef Burgers with Sweet Potato Fries
A classic combination of beef burgers and sweet potato fries is elevated with the addition of umami-rich onion and parsley. Baking the burgers ensures even cooking, while the sweet potatoes, tossed in olive oil, salt, and pepper, develop a crispy exterior and tender interior.
The origin of this recipe can be traced back to the bustling streets of New York City in the early 1900s. The city's vibrant culinary scene was dominated by immigrants from various cultures, each bringing their unique culinary traditions. It was during this time that the hamburger, a quintessential American street food, gained immense popularity. At the same time, sweet potatoes were widely consumed in Southern cuisine, offering a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional white potatoes. The marriage of these two culinary staples, the beef burger and the sweet potato fry, became inevitable.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 sweet potatoes
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Form the ground beef mixture into patties.
  4. Place the patties on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
  5. While the burgers are baking, cut the sweet potatoes into fries.
  6. Toss the fries with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  7. Spread the fries on a separate baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Serve the burgers on buns with your favorite toppings, and enjoy with the sweet potato fries.
Why It Works
  • Baking the burgers in the oven ensures even cooking, resulting in juicy and evenly browned patties.
  • The addition of onion and parsley enhances the flavor profile of the burgers, providing a savory and aromatic dimension.
  • Using sweet potatoes instead of white potatoes contributes to the nutritional value of the dish, offering a good source of fiber and vitamins.
  • Cutting the sweet potatoes into fries and coating them in olive oil, salt, and pepper creates a crispy exterior and a tender interior, making them an irresistible side dish.