Description
These homemade Animal Style Fries are a delicious take on the famous In-N-Out loaded fries. Crispy fries are topped with melted American cheese, caramelized onions, and a tangy, rich special sauce—perfect for a snack or indulgent treat!
Ingredients
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Special Sauce:
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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2 tbsp ketchup
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1/2 tbsp rice vinegar (or white vinegar)
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2 tbsp sweet relish
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1 tbsp sugar
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1/2 tbsp chili flakes (optional)
Main Ingredients:
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1/2 bag frozen fries
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Cheddar cheese or American cheese, sliced
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2 onions, diced
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2 tbsp butter
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1 tbsp neutral oil
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1/2 tsp salt
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Instructions
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Caramelize the Onions:
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Melt butter in a pan over medium-low heat and add neutral oil.
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Stir in diced onions and salt.
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Cook slowly, stirring every few minutes, until onions are golden brown and caramelized (~30 minutes).
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Lower heat if onions start to burn.
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Prepare the Special Sauce:
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In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, vinegar, relish, sugar, and chili flakes.
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Stir until smooth and set aside.
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Cook the Fries:
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Bake or fry frozen fries according to package instructions until crispy.
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Assemble the Fries:
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Place hot fries on a serving plate.
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Add cheddar or American cheese slices on top and broil for 3-5 minutes until melted.
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Top with caramelized onions and drizzle with special sauce.
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Serve & Enjoy!
Notes
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You can adjust the amount of chili flakes in the special sauce to suit your spice preference.
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If you prefer, you can make your own fries from scratch instead of using frozen ones for a more personalized touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 450-500 kcal
- Sugar: 5-7 g
- Sodium: 800-900 mg
- Fat: 25-30 g
- Saturated Fat: 5-7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12-15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50-60 g
- Fiber: 4-5 g
- Protein: 7-9 g
- Cholesterol: 30-40 mg