Air Fryer In and Out Animal Fries

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In n Out Animal Fries are a cult classic that I have updated to be cooked in the air fryer so you get all the flavor and none of the grease. This delicious hack will be an addiction in your house.

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Everyone who has tried In n Out Animal Fries are in love with them. They are a meal unto themselves and a reason enough to take a trip to this amazing franchise.

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These fries would go perfectly with these Smash Burgers. It’s like a match made in heaven!

Why these Air Fryer In n Out Animal Fries Work

These delectable, crisp fries are a decadent treat for the senses. Cooking the potatoes in the air fryer makes them fast, crispy and perfect. With only potatoes, onions, cheese and Thousand Island dressing you can create perfection.

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How to Make Air Fryer French Fries Recipe– Step by Step 

  • Peel Potatoes: First, peel your potatoes. Cut them into wedges.
  • Fry:   Second, place them in your Air Fryer for 15 minutes at 370 degrees. Shake them halfway through so they cook equally, then continue to cook.
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  • Onions: While the fries are cooking, sauté your onions until they are golden brown. Once cooked, set aside.
  • Assemble: Finally when done, assemble your fries on your plate or serving dish. Evenly place your slices of American cheese over the fries. Lastly, add your onions on top of the cheese, then evenly drizzle your dressing over the fries.
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How can I Make my In n Out Animal Style Fries Crispy

The most important way to get a crispy french fry is to soak them. Seriously, it removes the starches from the potatoes. Therefore, after you cut them, soak them in a bowl of cold water for at least 20 minutes before you air fry them.

Equally important is to let them dry on some paper towels, to ensure they are not soggy.

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What else Should I Know Before Cooking my Fries in Air Fryer

There are just a few other tricks that you may like to try when using your air fryer to cook your fries. For Example:

  • Pre Heat your Air Fryer. It will ensure that the fries cook correctly.
  • Do not crowd the fries. Especially if you want them crispy. Rather cook them in small batches.
  • Use just a little oil to brown them and make sure they have a crispy outside.
  • Do not forget to shake them halfway through to make sure that they cook evenly.

Follow these tips and you will be a pro in no time.


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Expert Tips for Making the Best In n Out Animal Style Fries

  • Recipe Can be Doubled: Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and split it into small batches.
  • Bacon : Crumbled Bacon on top makes in n out animal style fries better.
  • Hot Sauce: Truly, hot sauce makes them so good.
  • More Cheese: What is better than cheese? Namely, more cheese. Add more of your favorite.

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Air Fryer In and Out Fries

Yield: 2 servings
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 20 minutes
In n Out Animal Fries are a cult classic that I have updated to be cooked in the air fryer so you get all the flavor and none of the grease.
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • Nonstick Cooking Spray
  • 2 Russet potatoes, large
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 White onion, diced
  • 1 tsp House Seasoning Blend
  • 4 slices American Cheese
  • ½ cup Thousand Island Dressing

Instructions

  • Peel your potatoes. Cut them into long, fry shaped length.
  • Spray the basket of your air fryer with nonstick cooking spray
  • Place them in your Air Fryer for 15 minutes at 370 degrees. Shake them halfway through at the 7-minute mark, then continue to cook.
  • While the fries are cooking, heat a skillet over medium high heat. Melt butter in skillet.
  • Add onions to the butter and sauté until they are golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • When the fries are done cooking, season them with House Seasoning Blend. Arrange the seasoned fries on a serving plate. Layer the American cheese over the fries.
  • Add cooked onions on top of the cheese and drizzle dressing over the top.

Expert Tips

  • Recipe Can be Doubled: Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and split it into small batches.
  • Bacon : Crumbled Bacon on top makes in n out animal style fries better.
  • Hot Sauce: Truly, hot sauce makes them so good.
  • More Cheese: What is better than cheese? Namely, more cheese. Add more of your favorite.

Estimated Nutritional Information

Calories: 577kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 1254mg | Potassium: 1091mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 529IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 490mg | Iron: 3mg
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Course: Appetizers and Dips, Side Dish
Cuisine: American

6 thoughts on “Air Fryer In and Out Animal Fries”

  1. 5 stars
    This is really delicious and really easy to make! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe, will surely have this again! Loved it!

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  2. 5 stars
    The fries come out so nice and crispy in the air fryer. Then the onion and cheese on top are heaven! Yummy and perfect snack for watching games.

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