McDonald's McRib Sandwiches Recipe

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McDonald’s McRib Sandwich is a full-fledged, delicious meal. Skip the drive-thru for now and make a knockoff McRib Sandwich in your kitchen. Amp up your culinary skills and become a food connoisseur with us. Keep reading to learn more.

Cloning McRib sandwiches exactly like McDonald’s requires pork spare ribs, sandwich rolls, barbecue sauce, dill pickle, white onion, and salt. Prepare the McRib sandwich recipe and add it to your culinary list right away.

Puree pork with water and salt. Prepare patties from the puree and freeze them. Grill the patties, dip them in juicy, flavorful barbecue sauce, and club them between the hoagie buns. McRib Sandwiches will be ready!

This was quick. It was a summary of the recipe, but to make the McRib Sandwiches just like they make at McDonald’s, you’ll need the full, detailed recipe below.

Expert Tips That I Recommend

You can freeze the prepared patties for 2-3 hours before baking them. It helps them hold their shape better.
Make sure you create shallow ridges instead of deep grooves to mimic the rib appearance.
In the final phase of cooking, brush BBQ sauce onto the patty so that it caramelizes without burning.
I like to lightly toast the buns until golden; this prevents them from becoming soggy and keeps them crispy.

Recipe Variation for Different Diets

Keto Version: Instead of brown sugar, add monk fruit sweetener; make sure the BBQ is sugar-free. Swap hogai buns with keto buns.
Gluten-Free: Check that the garlic powder is gluten-free and the BBQ is sugar-free. Switch to gluten-free hogai buns instead of regular buns.

Storing And Reheating This Recipe

Storing

Store the BBQ patties, sauce, buns, and pickles separately in an airtight container. This way, it will remain fresh for 3 to 4 days.
You can store them longer too; just freeze the pork patties in a single layer. Then transfer it to a freezer-safe bag and freeze up to 3 months.

Reheating

Stovetop: Add patties to a skillet with a splash of sauce or water. Now warm over low to medium heat, turning it once in a while until well heated.
Oven: First, add patties to an oven-safe dish, cover it with foil, and heat at 350 degrees F for 10-15 minutes. To keep it moist, brush on BBQ sauce in the last minute.

What To Serve With This Recipe

You can enjoy the McDonald’s McRib Sandwich with crispy onion rings or French fries; this unbeatable combination is always a hit. For a more filling meal, try it with macaroni salad or cucumber salad. I like to enjoy it with a sip of fresh lemonade; you can too. You can add plenty of options to this sandwich and enjoy it.

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AppetizerAmerican

McDonald’s McRib Sandwich Recipe

You can make McDonald's McRib Sandwich at home exactly like the one they serve at McDonald's. Grill the pork patty, dip it in the barbecue sauce, and club it all in hoagie buns. The McRib sandwich will be ready in a jiffy!

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Prep5 minutes
Cook2 hours 30 minutes
Extra15 minutes
Total2 hours 50 minutes
Serves4
Calories522kcal

Ingredients

1½ lb. Ground Pork
2 Teaspoons Light Brown Sugar
2 Teaspoons Kosher Salt
1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
½ Cup BBQ Sauce preferably Sweet Baby Ray’s or Heinz
4 Hoagie Buns Preferably Sprinkled With Cornmeal
¾ Cup Dill Pickle Chips
½ Cup Sliced White Onions

Equipment

Bowl
Spatula
Baking Sheet
Oven
Wire Rack
Instant Read Thermometer
Dry Skillet

Method

Take a bowl, add brown sugar, salt, pork, and garlic powder. With a spatula, mix everything well so that the spice mixture gets distributed.
Divide the pork mixture into 4 portions, form each into a 6*2 rectangle, and arrange on a baking sheet.
With your fingers, flatten each patty to mimic the shape of ribs. Freeze for 2-3 hours to get the proper shape.
Now, preheat oven to 400 degrees, set a wire rack in a baking sheet, then fill the bottom of the sheet with ½ inch of water.
Then transfer patties to a prepared rack. Cover it with foil, crimping around the edges of the pan.
Bake until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees for 20-25 minutes.
Brush it with BBQ sauce and bake for 5 minutes, until bubbling and sticky.
Until then, heat a dry skillet over medium heat and toast buns for 2-3 minutes, until properly browned.
Now, fill each bun with pork, pickle, and onions. Serve immediately!

Recipe notes

Nutrition

per serving

522kcalCalories
18gCarbs
29gProtein
36gFat
1gFibre
14gSugar
1844mgSodium

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FAQs About McDonald’s McRib Sandwich

How do I know if the pork is fully cooked?

You can know if it is cooked by checking the internal temperature. If the temperature reaches 74 degrees C, it means the pork is ready.

Why are my patties dry?

Overcooking patties or using lean pork can make them dry. Use pork with some fat, and avoid cooking it beyond 74 degrees C.

How can I prevent the sandwich from becoming soggy?

The simplest way to keep your sandwich from getting soggy is to toast the buns or drain excess sauce from the patties before assembling. You can also add sauce right before serving to keep it crisp and crunchy.

How do I know if the pork patties are juicy?

For juicy patties, use meat with excess fat and don’t overmix the mixture. This simple way can keep your patty juicy.

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Conclusion

The McDonald’s McRib Sandwich is a perfect appetizer that features pork patties dipped in tangy BBQ sauce and topped with onions and pickles. Now you can prepare your own restaurant-style version with a handful of pantry staples in a few minutes. Prepare this sandwich and enjoy it as a perfect evening snack.

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