Animal Style French Fries

 

Animal-Style Golden brown French fries with melty American cheese, creamy melting caramelized onions, and a unique fry sauce.

 

1 large onion, finely chopped (about 1 ½ cups)

2 teaspoons butter

Kosher salt

2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons mayonnaise

1 tablespoon ketchup

2 teaspoons sweet pickle relish

1/2 teaspoon sugar

1/2 teaspoon distilled white vinegar

4 slices of deli-cut American Cheese

2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into ¼-inch fries

 

While you prepare the rest of the ingredients, keep the sliced potatoes in a dish of cold water.

In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter until it shimmers.

In a pan, combine onions and 12 teaspoons of kosher salt.

Lower heat to medium-low and simmer, tossing and turning regularly, for 15 minutes, or until onions are fully browned.

When the onions start to crackle fiercely and seem dry, add 1 tablespoon of water to the skillet and mix. Cook until the water evaporates and the onions begin to sizzle again.

Repeat the procedure 3 times more, adding 1 tablespoon of water with each repetition, until the onions are melty soft and dark brown.

Remove to a small dish and put away, leaving any remaining butter in the pan.

To prepare the animal fry spread, use the following ingredients: In a small mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, sugar, and vinegar.

Pat the potatoes dry. Heat the oil to 365°F. Fry for 3-4 minutes, or until the fries begin to become a lighter color.

Remove with a slotted spoon and repeat the process with the next batch.

After the potatoes have cooled, place them back in the heated oil and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.

Cover fries with pieces of American cheese, melted onions, and the animal-style spread on a dish.

Serve right away!