Copycat In-N-Out Animal Style Fries
Copycat In-N-Out Animal Style Fries
If you don't live close to an In-N-Out, I'm going to show you how to make the animal-style fries at home. With just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you'll have the most delicious appetizer on your dinner table or just enjoy it as the perfect snack. These homemade fries are just as good as the real thing at the fast food restaurant!
What Are In-N-Out Animal Style Fries?
In-N-Out animal style fries are a popular secret menu item at the famous fast-food chain In-N-Out Burger. They are a delicious twist on regular fries with a secret sauce, melted cheese, and grilled onions.
Copycat In-N-Out Animal Style Fries Ingredients
24 oz bag of frozen French fries
½ white onion, diced
1 tsp avocado oil or olive oil
A few slices of American cheese
⅓ cup mayo
2 tbsp ketchup
2 tbsp relish
2 tbsp mustard
1 tsp white vinegar
How to Make Copycat In-N-Out Animal Style Fries
Bake frozen fries in a single layer on a baking sheet at 425F for 25 minutes or according to the package instructions.
Saute diced onion in oil on medium heat for 10 minutes.
Combine mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, mustard, and vinegar until smooth.
Once the fries are done cooking, add slices of cheese on top and put them back in the oven for 3 minutes to melt the cheese.
Finish the golden brown fries with onions, then drizzle with the tangy spread sauce!
FAQ
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While these In-N-Out animal-style fries call for frozen French fries for convenience, you can certainly use fresh potatoes. Just make sure to cut them into thin strips and adjust the cooking time accordingly.
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Experiment with different types of cheese to suit your taste preferences. Cheddar cheese or Swiss cheese can be great alternatives to American cheese slices.
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Yes, you can use an air fryer to make these fries. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for cooking frozen French fries in your specific air fryer model.
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While the fries are best enjoyed fresh and crispy, you can reheat them in the oven or air fryer to regain some of their texture. However, they may not be as crispy as when freshly baked.
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It is not recommended to freeze the leftovers as the texture of the fries may change upon thawing and reheating. It's best to enjoy the animal fries fresh for the best taste and texture.
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Simply adjust the quantities of the ingredients according to the number of servings you need. You may need to bake the fries in multiple batches or use multiple baking sheets.
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Feel free to get creative and add your favorite toppings to these copycat In-N-Out fries. Crispy bacon bits, chopped tomatoes, dill pickles, or even jalapenos can be delicious additions.
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If you prefer a spicier version, you can add some hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the Thousand Island dressing or sprinkle some chili flakes on top of the finished homemade french fries.
With their golden fries, melted cheese, and tangy secret sauce, these fries are just as good as the ones at the famous fast-food chain. Whether you're a fan of their secret menu or simply looking for a delicious snack, these loaded fries are the perfect choice. Make some copycat animal style fries in your own kitchen using frozen fries, gooey cheese, sautéed onions, and a homemade spread sauce that's even better than the real deal!
Copycat In-N-Out Animal Style Fries
Ingredients
- 24 oz package any frozen French fries
- ½ white onion, diced
- 1 tsp avocado oil or olive oil
- A few slices of American cheese
- ⅓ cup mayo
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp relish
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 1 tsp white vinegar
Instructions
- Bake frozen fries (In a single layer) at 425F for 25 minutes.
- Saute diced onion in oil on med heat for 10 minutes.
- Combine mayo, ketchup, relish, mustard, and vinegar until smooth.
- Once fries are done cooking, add cheese on top, put them back in the oven for 3 minutes to melt cheese.
- Finish with onions then drizzle with the spread sauce!
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