Mighty Man's Meal - Sirloin Burger with Leeks, Lobster Aioli and Truffle Parmesan Frites

Though Ive labeled this baby a "man's meal" lets not underestimate the fact that I could also down one of these tasty licks just about as easily as hubs.

And for all you ana's who order three leafs of lettuce when eating with your loves.  Man up girls. Live a little.  I promise you this one is worth it.

Ingredients (makes 4 burgers)

For the Burgers:

1 lb AAA ground sirloin
2 tbsp worchestershire
2 cloves of garlic (minced)
1/2 spanish onion (chopped very small)
1 egg (beaten)
1 cup breadcrumbs
salt and pepper to taste
Vegetable oil for cooking
4 fresh kaiser buns (slightly buttered)

For the Leeks:

1 large leek (sliced horizontally into thin strands)
EVOO

For the Lobster Aioli:

1 head of garlic
1 sprig of fresh thyme
EVOO
Pepper
1 tsp lemon zest
Cooked lobster pieces *you can get these at any grocery store*
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup sour cream


For the Frites:

3 large russet potatoes (peeled and cut into 1/2 inch strips)
A few tbsp of truffle oil
Salt
EVOO
1/3 cup chopped italian parsley
Fresh shaved parmesan cheese

Directions:

Begin by roasting your garlic.  Preheat your oven to 400F and then remove the top of your head of garlic exposing just the top. Prick top with a fork and drizzle with olive oil, thyme and pepper and then wrap in foil. Place in oven for approximately 15 minutes or until tender. Remove.

In a medium bowl add some of the roasted garlic (without skin) that has been smashed with a fork and then mix in all ingredients for the aioli and season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 45 minutes (this allows the flavors to combine and amplify).
 
In the meantime, heat some EVOO in a small pan and cook your leeks until they are soft.  Remove from heat and let sit.
 
When your aioli has refrigerated for 45 minutes, remove it and let it sit at room temperature.
 
Next, reheat your oven back to 400F and in a large mixing bowl (with your hands!) mix together your beef, worchestershire, garlic, onions, egg, breadcrumbs and some salt and pepper.  If the mixture feels too wet to form patties add a little more breadcrumbs.  Form into thick patties making a SLIGHT pit in the centre of each burger (this ensures even cooking).
 
Next, spread your cut potatoes on a baking sheet, toss with some EVOO and salt and place them in your hot oven to cook for around 15-20 minute or until cooked through (aka taste one!) - toss and rotate half way through cooking.
 
While your frites are cooking away - heat up some vegetable oil (splatters less than EVOO) in a large fry pan at medium-high heat.  Cook your burgers in batches (do not crowd them) for about 4 minutes per side (for medium) or to your liking.
 
Once your burgers are done - cover and set aside. Remove your frites from the oven and in a large mixing bowl toss them with a pinch of salt, truffle oil, parsley and some shaved parmesan cheese.  Pop your buttered buns into the oven on broil until slightly toasted (keep an eye on them! They will only take a minute or two.)
 
Plate your burgers!  Top each patty with a your lobster aioli and a dollop of leeks (save some aioli for your frites - it also makes a great dipping sauce!).  Plate your frites and add some extra parmesan shavings on top for presentation.
 
Take a big bite - and then thank me later.
 
xo Chef Natty