In-N-Out Animal Style Focaccia
Description
This Animal Style Focaccia is inspired by the iconic burger, transformed into a crispy, cheesy loaf. The dough is stuffed with crispy fries, topped with more fries and sharp cheddar, then finished with seasoned beef, caramelized onions, melted American cheese, and a tangy homemade animal sauce. It has all the flavors of your favorite drive-thru order packed into a slice of focaccia with a crunchy potato topping and a soft, airy crumb.
Ingredients
Caramelized Onion
Beef filling
Animal sauce
Assembly
Instructions
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Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until deeply golden and caramelized, about 30–40 minutes. Set aside.
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In a bowl, combine the ground beef, mustard, salt, and pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into small crumbles until browned and fully cooked. Set aside.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, vinegar, sugar, and relish until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
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Cook 75 g of the frozen fries according to package directions until crispy. Allow them to cool slightly.
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Stretch the overnight focaccia dough into a rectangle. Scatter the cooked fries over the dough, then fold and seal the dough around the fries. Transfer to an oiled 9 × 13-inch (23 × 33 cm) baking pan.
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Cover and proof for 2 hours, or until the dough is puffy and relaxed.
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Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
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Drizzle the dough with olive oil and dimple the surface. Press the cubed cheddar into the dimples. Scatter the remaining 75 g frozen uncooked fries over the top and gently press them into the dough so they adhere during baking.
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Bake for 20 minutes, or until the focaccia is golden brown and the fries are lightly browned.
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Remove from the oven and immediately top with the American cheese, cooked beef, caramelized onions, and a generous drizzle of animal sauce.
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Broil for about 3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Let cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Finish with additional animal sauce and serve warm.
