In-N-Out Copycat Animal Style Fries
Elevate your snack game with these In-N-Out Copycat Animal Style Fries! Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe brings the fast-food favorite right into your kitchen. Imagine crispy fries generously topped with gooey melted cheese, rich caramelized onions, and a tangy special sauce that’s easy to whip up. With just a few simple steps, you can create a dish that is both satisfying and comforting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sweet relish
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 bag frozen fries
- Cheddar or American cheese (as preferred)
- 2 diced onions
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp neutral oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: In a pan over medium-low heat, melt butter with neutral oil. Add diced onions and salt; stir occasionally for about 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare the sauce: Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, rice vinegar, relish, sugar, and chili flakes in a bowl until well combined.
- Cook the fries: Prepare frozen fries according to package instructions until crispy.
- Cheese it up: Top hot fries with grated cheese and broil for 3-5 minutes until melted.
- Assemble: Layer caramelized onions atop cheesy fries and drizzle with special sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 generous portion (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg