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Animal Style Fries Copycat: Fries

Irresistible Animal Style Fries Copycat: Comfort in Every Bite

Enjoy homemade Animal Style Fries with crispy fries, gooey cheese, and caramelized onions for a perfect snack.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fries
  • 4 large Russet Potatoes cut into ½-inch thick pieces
  • 6-8 cups Vegetable Oil for frying
  • to taste Salt for seasoning after frying
For the Caramelized Onions
  • 2 large Yellow Onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 2 tablespoons Water optional for deglazing
For the Secret Sauce
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise creamy base
  • 1 tablespoon Sweet Pickle Relish
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Yellow Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon White Vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional
For Serving
  • 4 slices American Cheese or cheddar if preferred

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse and peel large Russet potatoes, cut them into ½-inch thick fries, and soak in cold water for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot to 325°F (160°C) and fry potatoes in small batches for 5-7 minutes until soft.
  3. Carefully remove fries and drain on paper towels, then allow to cool completely.
  4. Raise oil temperature to 375°F (190°C), return fries in batches, and fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Drain crispy fries, sprinkle with salt before serving.
Caramelizing Onions
  1. In a skillet over low heat, combine butter and olive oil.
  2. Sauté sliced onions, adding sugar, salt, and pepper, cooking for 30-45 minutes until golden brown and caramelized.
Making the Sauce
  1. Mix mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, ketchup, yellow mustard, and white vinegar in a bowl.
  2. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper, then whisk until smooth.
Assembling the Dish
  1. Layer crispy fries on a serving plate, top with American cheese and melt using a broiler or microwave.
  2. Once melted, add caramelized onions and drizzle with secret sauce, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Soaking fries, maintaining oil temperature, and careful cheese melting ensure the best texture and flavor.

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