Description
This In‑N‑Out copycat Animal Style Fries recipe delivers crispy fries topped with gooey cheese, deeply caramelized onions, and a creamy, tangy special sauce—made fresh at home for the ultimate indulgent treat.
Ingredients
- For the special sauce:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1½ tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sweet relish
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- For the fries:
- ½ bag frozen French fries (about 300–350 grams)
- 2–3 slices American cheese or ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-low heat, melt butter and oil together.
- Add diced onion and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are deeply caramelized, about 30 minutes.
- While onions cook, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, vinegar, relish, sugar, and chili flakes (if using) in a bowl to make the special sauce. Set aside.
- Cook frozen fries according to package instructions until golden and crispy.
- Place fries on an oven-safe tray, top with cheese, and broil for 3–5 minutes until melted.
- Spoon caramelized onions over the cheese, drizzle with special sauce, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Swap frozen fries for homemade hand-cut fries for a fresher option.
- Try sweet potato fries for a sweet-savory twist.
- Double the cheese and mix types for a cheesier version.
- Adjust chili flakes in the sauce to taste.
- Use plant-based ingredients for a vegetarian-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
