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Animal Style Burger Fries (Copycat In-N-Out)
Fries
Caramelized Onions
Special Sauce
Additional Toppings
Bake the fries and caramelize the onions.
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Preheat oven according to package directions for fries (we cook ours at 425°F). Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or according to package directions, then season with seasoning salt.
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While the fries are baking, heat butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 5 minutes, then add 2-3 tbsp water. Cook for 6-8 more minutes until the water evaporates and onions turn golden, then add more water. Repeat adding water and cooking until the onions are soft and caramel in color, about 25 minutes total. Season with salt at end.
Cook the burger patties.
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While the onions finish up, cook the burger patties on stove or grill until desired doneness, about 4 to 5 minutes per side or 8 to 10 minutes total. (Note: they will also be cooked more in the oven once the fries are assembled, so you could cook them slightly less at this stage so that they don’t overcook in the oven.) Cut the patties into bite-sized pieces.
Mix up the sauce and finish the fries.
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Mix the sauce ingredients together in a bowl.
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Top the cooked fries with burger pieces, then lay the American cheese on top of the fries. Bake the topped for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
3
Top the fries with the caramelized onions (note: if the onions are looking too clumpy, you can mix them with an extra splash of water at this time). Spoon some special sauce on top of the fries and top with pepperoncini, if using.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Caramelize Onions Separately 🧅Cook diced sweet onions in butter over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until deeply caramelized and sweet, then set aside to prevent soggy fries and ensure concentrated flavor in your special sauce.
- Double-Cook Frozen Fries 🍟Fry frozen fries until just cooked but still slightly firm, then immediately fry a second time for 30-45 seconds to achieve the perfect crispy exterior that won't get soggy from toppings.
- Make Special Sauce in Advance 🧈Blend mayo, ketchup, mustard, both relishes, and pepperoncini juice together 1-2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and create a balanced, unified sauce that tastes authentic.
- Warm Cheese on Hot Patties ♨️Place American cheese on hot burger patties immediately after cooking while they're still steaming, allowing residual heat to melt it perfectly without needing extra cooking time.
- Assemble Just Before Serving 🎯Add all wet components (sauce, caramelized onions, and melted cheese) to fries only moments before eating to maintain crispy texture and prevent the dish from becoming mushy or losing its structural integrity.
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Low Sugar
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Smart Nutrition 
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