Black Bean Burger on Whole Wheat Bun with Sweet Potato Fries

Ingredients

• black bean patty 150 g
• whole wheat burger bun 60 g
• lettuce 1/4 cup
• tomato 1/4 cup
• sweet potato fries 1.5 cups
• light mayonnaise 1 tbsp

Method

1. Preheat oven for fries. Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to preheat. This temperature is ideal for baking crispy sweet potato fries.
   Tip: Preheating the oven fully ensures fries cook evenly and get crispy.
2. Prepare sweet potato fries. If you have raw sweet potatoes, peel and cut them into fry-shaped pieces about 1/4 inch thick. Toss them in a bowl with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
   Tip: Make sure fries are spread out in a single layer to avoid sogginess.
3. Bake sweet potato fries. Place the baking sheet with fries in the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, turning the fries halfway through to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
   Tip: Use tongs to flip fries gently to prevent breaking.
4. Cook the black bean patty. While fries bake, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a small amount of oil or spray to the pan. Place the black bean patty in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until heated through and slightly crispy on the outside.
   Tip: Avoid pressing the patty down with the spatula to keep it moist.
5. Toast the whole wheat bun. Cut the whole wheat bun in half. Toast the cut sides in the skillet or toaster for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned and warm.
   Tip: Toasting adds flavor and prevents the bun from becoming soggy.
6. Assemble the burger. Spread the light mayonnaise evenly on the bottom half of the toasted bun. Place the cooked black bean patty on top. Add the lettuce and sliced tomato on the patty, then cover with the top half of the bun.
   Tip: Layering ingredients evenly helps keep the burger stable.
7. Serve your meal. Place the assembled black bean burger on a plate alongside the baked sweet potato fries. Serve immediately while hot.
   Tip: Add a small side of ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce for the fries if desired.

Pro tips

• If you want extra crispiness for the fries, soak raw sweet potato pieces in cold water for 30 minutes before baking, then pat dry.
• Use a spatula with a thin edge to flip the black bean patty gently without breaking it.