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The McDonalds McRib; people either love it or hate it. I was one of those that always kept a look out for an announcement that the McRib is back. But it seems it may finally be gone for good. Since I’ve tried replicating a few of my favorite fast food choices before, why not make a McRib copycat sandwich. It’s tasty, flavorful, tender and covered in a delicious bbq sauce. Best of all it’s easy to make and you will never miss the original – I know I won’t.
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Step 1: How to make a McRib Copycat Sandwich.
I have seen many recipes and ways of making a McRib copycat sandwich. But to stay true to it’s processed form, all you need is small pork roast and a food processor. Yes you can make it with regular rack of ribs and remove the bone, but would you really feel like you’r eating a McRib? I didn’t think so either. The food processor creates a patty texture similar to that of the original but all the ingredients are wholesome and healthy.
To start, cube up a boneless petite pork shoulder roast and pass it through the food processor. Add some water and Dad’s All Purpose rub and continue to mix until you reach a smooth meaty texture.
Scoop out the pork paste and shape it into 4 equal sized oval patties. Place them on parchment paper and set it in the freezer to allow the meat to firm up.
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Step 2: Time to grill up a McRib.
Preheat the grill to 450 degrees and set it for direct heat. After the meat patties have firmed up, place them on the grill and cook 3-5 minutes per side or until the internal temperature of the pork is 145 degrees. Before removing the patty off the grill, brush both sides with some BBQ Sauce.
Served in a soft sub bun with dill cucumber chips, onion and more sauce, this McRib copycat sandwich is tender, flavorful and most importantly better than the original. Enjoy!
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McRib Copycat
Ingredients
- 2 lb Pork shoulder roast
- 2 tbsp BBQ all purpose rub
- 1/2 cup Water
- 1/2 cup Hamburger dill chips
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 4 Soft sub rolls
- 1 Onion
Instructions
- Cube up a boneless petite pork shoulder roast and pass it through the food processor. Add some water and all purposeBBQ seasoning and continue to mix until you reach a smooth meaty texture.
- Scoop out the pork paste and shape it into 4 equal sized oval patties. Place them on parchment paper and set it in the freezer to allow the meat to firm up.
- Preheat the grill to 450 degrees and set it for direct heat. After the meat patties have firmed up, place them on the grill and cook 3-5 minutes per side or until the internal temperature of the pork is 165 degrees.
- Before removing the patty off the grill, brush both sides with some BBQ Sauce.
- Serve in a soft sub bun with dill cucumber chips, onion and more sauce.
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