How to Make a McRib Sandwich at Home for $1.72
The highly anticipated return of the delicious McRib is set to make its comeback at the end of November at McDonald’s and should cost around $5.39 based on the price in 2023.
In response to this announcement, the verified coupon site Coupons4Real.com has calculated how much it would cost to recreate the McRib at home for a fraction of the price. Using ingredients sourced from one of America’s most accessible retailers, Walmart, the total cost to recreate the BBQ delicacy was calculated.
The total weight of a McRib is 7.4 ounces, so the ingredients were measured and weighed to replicate the original recipe at the lowest possible cost.
Ingredient List:
- Smithfield Signature Ground Pork (4 oz) – $0.87 per serving
- Ball Park Tailgaters Deli Rolls (2.5 oz) – $0.72 per bun
- Great Value Hamburger Dill Chip Pickles (0.2 oz) – $0.03 per serving
- Fresh Whole White Onion (0.3 oz) – $0.06 per serving
- PL Great Value BBQ Sauce Original (0.4 oz) – $0.04 per serving
Total Cost: $1.72
This makes a homemade McRib $3.67 cheaper than buying it from McDonald’s.
Recipe Steps:
- Prepare the Pork: Get your pre-ground pork mince and add a small amount of water to create a stickier texture.
- Shape the Patties: Form the ground pork into patties that resemble ribs shapes, ensuring each patty is no more than 4 ounces to fit in the bun.
- Create the “Rib” Look: Use your fingers to make little indentations on the patties to imitate the ribs.
- Freeze the Patties: Place the patties on parchment paper and freeze until solid.
- Cook the Patties: There’s no need to defrost the patties. They will cook in about three to four minutes per side. Preheat a griddle or cast-iron skillet, and once hot, add the frozen patties rib-side up. Flip after a few minutes and cook the other side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Coat with BBQ Sauce: Remove the patties from the skillet, allow them to cool for a few minutes, and then coat both sides in BBQ sauce.
- Prepare the Toppings: Slice 0.3 oz of white onion and prepare two pickles from the jar (or more, if you prefer).
- Toast the Bun: Cut the deli roll in half and place it on the hot griddle until lightly browned, which takes about a minute.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Place the BBQ-coated patty on the bottom half of the bun, then top with the sliced pickles and onions.
- Enjoy!: Your homemade McRib is ready to go!
“The McRib has been a McDonald’s staple since its debut in 1981 and continues to grow in popularity,” said Panayotis Nikolaidis, CEO and founder of Coupons4Real.com. >]”However, as a limited-time menu item, it comes and goes, sometimes for long periods of time.
“Knowing how to recreate the McRib at home not only prevents the ‘burger blues’ when it leaves the menu, but it also saves you a significant amount of money. Making it at home is 68% cheaper than buying at McDonald’s.
“Creating your own version also allows you to add your personal twist to the recipe while still enjoying the nostalgia. This method is perfect for prepping McRibs in bulk, so you always have some stashed in the freezer for when the craving strikes.”
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