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!
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp ketchup
1/2 tbsp rice vinegar (or white vinegar)
2 tbsp sweet relish
1 tbsp sugar
1/2 tbsp chili flakes (optional)
1/2 bag frozen fries
Cheddar cheese or American cheese, sliced
2 onions, diced
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp neutral oil
1/2 tsp salt
Caramelize the Onions:
Melt butter in a pan over medium-low heat and add neutral oil.
Stir in diced onions and salt.
Cook slowly, stirring every few minutes, until onions are golden brown and caramelized (~30 minutes).
Lower heat if onions start to burn.
Prepare the Special Sauce:
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, vinegar, relish, sugar, and chili flakes.
Stir until smooth and set aside.
Cook the Fries:
Bake or fry frozen fries according to package instructions until crispy.
Assemble the Fries:
Place hot fries on a serving plate.
Add cheddar or American cheese slices on top and broil for 3-5 minutes until melted.
Top with caramelized onions and drizzle with special sauce.
Serve & Enjoy!
You can adjust the amount of chili flakes in the special sauce to suit your spice preference.
If you prefer, you can make your own fries from scratch instead of using frozen ones for a more personalized touch.