Black Label Brunch Burger Recipe
jalepeño tomato jam, greens, gruyere, brioche bread, frites
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Ingredients
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Burger Components
Jalapeño Tomato Jam
Frites
Method
Jalapeño Tomato Jam
- 1
Prepare the Jalapeño Tomato Jam
Start by preparing the jalapeño tomato jam. In a medium saucepan, combine chopped ripe tomatoes, chopped jalapeños, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and salt.
- 2
Cook the Jam
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.
- 3
Cool and Store
Once thickened, remove from heat and let it cool. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Frites
- 4
Prepare the Potatoes
Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into thin strips to form frites.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep fryer or large pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Potatoes
Carefully add the potato strips to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Season
Sprinkle the fried potatoes with salt while they are still hot. Set aside.
Assemble the Burger
- 8
- 9
Melt the Cheese
In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of gruyere cheese on each patty and cover to melt.
- 10
Toast the Buns
While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the brioche buns on a grill or in a toaster.
- 11
Assemble the Burger
Spread a generous amount of jalapeño tomato jam on the bottom half of each bun. Place the cooked beef patty with melted cheese on top, followed by a handful of mixed greens. Top with the other half of the bun.
- 12
Serve
Serve the burgers hot with a side of crispy frites.
