Animal Style Fries

Recreate In-N-Out's favorited "Animal Style" fries at home with this easy recipe using frozen fries, quick-caramelized onions, a zesty sauce, and American cheese.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 776 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 4 slices American cheese
• 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
• 4 tablespoons water, divided
• 1 (28 ounce) package frozen shoestring potato fries
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 1.5 teaspoons white sugar
• 4.5 cups chopped yellow onion

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Prepare the Spread: Whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, sugar, and vinegar in a small bowl until well combined. Cover and set aside until serving.

Step 2

Prepare the Grilled Onions: Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium. Add onions and salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden brown, about 20 minutes. When skillet starts to become dry, add 1 tablespoon of water. Continue cooking, stirring often, adding more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, as needed, until onions are very soft, deeply browned, and jammy, 10 to 15 more minutes (you may not need to use all the water). Cover and set aside to keep warm.

Step 3

Prepare fries according to package instructions.

Step 4

Divide fries evenly among 4 plates; immediately top with 1 slice cheese, 3 tablespoons grilled onions, and 3 tablespoons spread.