Sunny-Side-Up Burgers
- 15m Prep Time
- 20m Cook Time
- 35m Ready In
A juicy burger topped with a fried egg, crispy shoestring potatoes, and sweet apricot jam. This brunch-inspired burger is piled high with flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 1 medium russet potato peeled and cut into shoestrings or finely grated
- 1 lb ground sirloin
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 4 burger buns split and lightly toasted
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup apricot jam
- 4 pecorino cheese optional
- 4 green leaf lettuce
Nutrition (per serving, estimated)
Estimated based off 10 of 11 identified ingredients (per 100 g food data, scaled by amount).
Vitamins & minerals
- Calcium: 417 mg
- Iron: 3.41 mg
- Magnesium: 42.4 mg
- Phosphorus: 392 mg
- Potassium: 400 mg
- Zinc: 1.89 mg
Let's Prepare
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Gather these ingredients — no prep needed yet.
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 1 lb ground sirloin
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup apricot jam
- 4 green leaf lettuce
Prepare
- 1 medium russet potato, peeled and cut into shoestrings or finely grated
- 4 burger buns, split and lightly toasted
- 4 pecorino cheese, optional
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
Heat 2 tablespoons canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drop the shoestring or grated potato by rounded tablespoonfuls into the skillet, spreading each into a thin layer. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, then flip and cook for 3 to 4 minutes more, until both sides are golden brown and crispy. Transfer the crispy potatoes to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain.
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Step 2.
In a bowl, combine 1 pound ground sirloin with 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Use your hands or a spoon to mix well. Divide the mixture into quarters and shape into four ½-inch-thick patties.
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Step 3.
Return the skillet to medium-high heat; add more oil if the pan looks dry. Cook the patties for about 3 minutes per side, or to your desired doneness. While the patties cook, prepare the eggs and buns.
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Step 4.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with oil or cooking spray. Crack the eggs into the skillet, spacing them so they don't run together. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, then carefully flip and cook for 30 seconds more for a slightly runny yolk. For a firmer egg, cook for an additional minute.
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Step 5.
While the eggs cook, split and lightly toast the burger buns. Spread a thin layer of apricot jam inside each bun. Place a burger patty on each bottom bun, then top with a slice of pecorino cheese (if using), a portion of crispy potatoes, a fried egg, and a leaf of green leaf lettuce. Cover with the top bun and serve immediately.