Arby's manager here. For starters, Greg, that's a very good replica. Here are some facts about the wagyu burger preparation. Since Arby's restaurants don't have flattops, the sous vide/deep fryer method is the only option for an exceptional offering like this. The thawed burger is deep fried in 350 degree oil for 1:45. This brings it to medium rare and builds that great crust you mention. Once out of the fryer, it is topped with a slice of American cheese and microwaved for 0:15. This just melts the cheese and brings the burger to medium doneness. For well done requests (we get them), they are microwaved out of the fryer for 0:15, then topped with cheese and microwaved for another 0:15. (For burger requests without cheese, we still microwave for medium doneness.) The brioche bun is toasted and dressed essentially like you dressed yours. The burger sauce used on the Deluxe is very delicious. We get many positive comments about how good it tastes. In fact, we get plenty of requests for some on the side for dipping. For the most part, the fryers in Arby's locations are entirely visible to customers. Though we might not overtly advertise that they are deep fried, we also do not hide that fact. Many customers do in fact ask, and we gladly share with them the entire procedure. They are likely the most popular non-roast beef sandwich we offer. As a Limited Time Offering, they sell like crazy from the first day we offer them until we exhaust the supply. Great video, Greg. Your replication of what is a really good burger absolutely does it justice!
I purchased the Arby’s Wagyu about 3 or 4 months ago and I received my food in less than 30 seconds. I barely had walked over to the fountain sodas when the cashier told me my order. I thought it was really odd that I had my order that quick. The s as burger was good, but nothing to brag about. I’m aware that is 65/35 wagyu/ ground beef. I just was expecting better
Just had the Good Burger 2 sandwich. I’m a fan of medium rare meat but for the “wagyu” mix being 65/35, it was way too pink. I hope I don’t get sick from eating raw meat.
I think if they are frying, it should be disclosed and they should be legally bound to do so. I don't know what cooking oil they use, but the allergen info for this burger doesn't list peanuts so it must be a vegetable oil I would assume. The very best tasting burgers I've ever had and made were deep fried in beef tallow. I know one thing, that is a great looking burger and I would have no problem at all smashing that burger into my pie hole! Look out Arby's, I'm coming over 🤤
@@BallisticBurgers Arby's shift manager here. There is not a single arby's in the US that has a flat top, so yes, they ARE deep fried burgers and you would be correct we do use vegetable oil to fry our products and stuff.
If you think a fast food restaurant is paying to use peanut oil to fry stuff, then you have clearly never seen the prices in the cooking oil section of a store. Not everything is a conspiracy.
Bruh... Refined peanut oil is hypoallergenic, so it has zero effect on allergies. Its also only used when pressure cooking the chicken. The waffle fries are deep fried in canola oil. Five guys uses peanut oil, but discloses that fact. They are also SIGNIFICANTLY more expensive that a fast-food place. Bacon double cheeseburger with large fries and drink is just under 20 bucks. You are paying for the fresh beef and fresh fries and yes, higher-end cooking oil... which is what my point was... using peanut oil would massively increase overhead, which is why fast food chains dont use it.
To me, stating it's "deep fried" would make me buy it. Everything tastes better deep fried, right? LOL Throw some bacon in the deep fryer too!!!! Your burger looked much better than any commercial and you showed how you achieved such a fantastic looking burger, so koodoes to you bro!!! Cheers brother Greg!!!
Having worked at Arby's through college, ended up being an assistant manager, I can tell you just about anything you want to know about their core menu. I left when the Market Fresh stuff came out around 2001.
My concern is for veggitarians who now have meat fat in the oil that cooks their fries. Very bad for Arby's. This is why Veggitarians do not eat McDonalds fries as they have beef flavoring
I definitely think they should be advertising the cooking method for their burgers. That being said, it is hard to hold 'fast food' accountable for the way or method of cooking. I think it's a smart way to make a consistent way to not overcook their 'wagyu' Burgers.
@@MansaX I don't understand what the problem is? They list a breakdown of calories for all of their food items, including this Wagyu burger. You can see it has significantly more fat than the roast beef sandwiches, for example. Thats all that matters in the end. The "problem" with deep frying is that its implied that deep frying something will be fattier than cooking it on the griddle, so just look at the end results (nutrition label) to see if the fat content is unreasonable for your needs or not.
@SuWoopSparrow there is no problem. I never said anything about calories since I don't count them. I have been eating carnivore which is essentially zero carb. Since I'm carnivore I don't eat seed oils. So unless they deep fry in tallow or something from an animal then it goes against my way of eating.
@SuWoopSparrow I can care less if it has more fat. I don't intake many carbs so I eat a high fat/protein "diet". I don't know how you or anyone else can interpret my first comment was going against high fat. 🤔 sure I didn't say seed oils specifically so that could cause confusion I suppose
You solved the Arby's mystery I've had going on about this burger. I assumed, since Arby's doesn't have grills, they were being delivered to the store completely cooked then warmed in a microwave.
A nice video Greg. Anyone deep frying a burger should state that on the menu when ordering. I will try the sauce on my burgers today..And, I learned something new today. I would of never thought to Sous Vide a burger. I will have to try that next time.
I've done sous vide burgers a couple of times at home. Throw them on a raging hot bbq for long enough to get some colour. The only issue is people complaining it's not cooked. Needless to say, I don't invite them over any more. But, they do taste really good!
Another great one Greg. If you get a chance you should look into the Jackie Lee burger at Sterlings in Richland Wa. Best burg I have had in a long time. Like a high end Japanese steak house decided to make a burger. Thanks for a great vid!
If you go to Sterlings, could you email me at ballisticbbq@cox.net with pics and a good description? I went to their site, but there's not enough info there (or anywhere else) for me to try and recreate it. I know it's sirloin, has cabbage, gochujang sauce, and wasabi aioli, but I need a little more info.
I don't see any obligation of a restaurant to tell you they do the burgers x y or z method. That is an obligation on the customer to ask. If a customer has a hang-up about something, they must ask, not require a business to pre-disclose. If you follow that route a business will never be able to do business, they'll spend all their time with disclosures like drug commercials.
I had one a few months ago. There is a reason I havn't had another. I am sure yours is better, but I just did not like the texture. Kind of like putting W sauce in ground meat and then over working it before cooking. Just felt like it had a processed ham like texture (think spam), and I am not a fan of my burger being that way.
Great... Now I have to get a sous vide. I've done lamb chops similar (oven low & slow, not SV) finished deep frying, and the crust was epic. And, if your eating at Arby's, you shouldn't be worried about anything deep fried😂Go get a salad pal!
I work at an Arby's. The burger is NOT 100% wagyu. It is a blend of regular ground beef and American Wagyu, not Japanese wagyu. The patty is cooked sous vide then frozen and sent to us. We thaw them out and prep them. When one is ordered it gets deeo fried for 1 minute and 45 seconds. We then put the cheese on it and microwave the patty with the cheese on it before putting it on the burger. It doesn't taste bad for what it is, but don't make the mistake of thinking that it's 100% wagyu or that it's authentic Japanese wagyu.
Greg, another really cool video. Is heard they were frying them but I wasn't aware of the Sous Vide part. Maybe we should call Guga lol😂. Now to go check out your new smoker on Ballistic BBQ!
haven't had that Arby's burger, but your version looks absolutely mouth-watering. I agree, a restaurant should inform customers that a burger is going to be deep-fried. 👍✔⬆🏁
Great video! I've watched a lot of your "recreation" vids, great content. Jimmy Cack Corn on the non disclosure of the deep fried part about the burger. It's fast food.
I am waiting for someone to make a proper Prego sauce on camera from the shops Oportos (in Australia), Ogalos etc. A nice portuguse burger with that sauce is a must for me.
Not sure what you can exoect. Arby's doesn't have a griddle to cook it so either they have to deep fry it to get it hot or throw it into a microwave. I'll take a deep fried burger over a microwaved one any day.
Hi Greg. I am loving your channel and the way you take time to share with us how so many different burgers are cooked! I was just curious how yours compared to the Arby’s version? Close at all or did yours blow it out if the water? Never tried a fried burger so thinking I may give it a shot at Arby’s!! Cheers brother.
they absolutely should disclose that they are frying it. My wife has a gluten allergy, and she cant eat fried food that is used in the same fryer as any thing breaded. so lots of places she can't eat their french fries. Almost anyone would assume that a hamburger from a fast food place would either be cooked on a flat top or grill, where there wouldn't be any cross contamination.
When they mention roasted turkey, I feel like that sounds more appealing. Which is why they mention it, and mentioning deep fried burger probably doesn't sound as appealing to some. I feel like almost every place mentions how they cook something because it is probably a desired cooking method. They don't mention it because they just want to have an informed audience or anything moral based. So yeah makes perfect sense not mentioning it since I feel like it would just take away from it. Unless they are asked ofc I love your videos... :)
Hey man! Big fan! Can you recreate the burger from Au Cheval in Chicago or the Bison Burger from stock and barrel in Knoxville? My top two favorite burgers ever!
Here is the Au Cheval ua-cam.com/video/7SE0SN3LM2c/v-deo.html, which is one of my favorites! I'll check out the Bison Burger. I wouldn't mind living in Knoxville.
I give Arby's credit for figuring out how to make a great burger without a grill in order to compete head to head with the burger chains. Whoever at corporate figured this process out is a genius...
I'm ok with them not saying how they cook it but not opposed to them advertising how they do. Basically, I'm not eating at Arby's for the health benefits lol
Greg I would like to suggest a burger. There is a small town burger joint in Jacksboro TX called Herd’s Burgers. It is pretty famous in north central Texas especially in the small towns. I believe it is a deep fried burger but don’t quote me on that. The place is kind of a dump but they make a greasy good burger.
Greg, your cook and description were (Tony the Tiger on) GerrrATE), but there are a couple of things that are problematic about the publicity about this burger. The first is, as you say, the failure to disclose deep frying, but the second, and most problematic, is the claim of "Wagyu" burger with only 51%. If you want to claim "Wagyu" it should be at least 67 to 75% real Japanese cow, It is like, "here is your Scotch--it is 49% water but we can still call it Scotch."
Hey Greg😃WOW!!!!!!!🤯Thank you for giving us the truth about this burger👍🏻I've had them a few times and liked them but had no idea about this😁They should let the consumer know🤔Your version of this burger looked delicious😋Have a great Sunday🙂ROCK ON!!!!!!!🤘🏻🤙🏻✌🏻
The reason people avoid deep fried food is because porous things like fries, breading, or dough based foods will absorb a certain amount of extra oil during the frying process. Deep frying a burger isnt going to result in any notable extra oil because the burger isnt porous and thus wont absorb any oil. Cooking it on a griddle is the same thing, just one side at a time.
I think 100% Wagyu would be too rich. I like the 50/50 blend idea. Here is an idea you may like (If you have not done so already). Can you compare pre-formed frozen patties? Thanks Greg.
Thank you, Dan. I haven't really done a side-by-side comparison with fresh vs frozen, but the video I posted right before this one was a "Bubba Burger" review, which are frozen and pre-formed patties.
Great Video , don't think i would ever get an Arby's burger though or try to cook it at home , lots of comments about Arby's like they suck , everytime i go there get sick, beef is made in area 51 ect.... i have always loved their roast beef and the sauces i don't eat the bun i mix all the sauces together an dip the beef slices into it , for a burger it's probably faster to cook one on the stove top than sit through a drive through or go inside , i'm old and a plain BK whopper when out an about has always done the trick 🙂 P.S Thx to you can cook almost as many different types of burgers now as chicken wings 🤣
Thank you for watching! I remember when I was a kid, Arby's was WAYYYY better than it is now. The beef was a real roast and cut paper thin. KFC once had a spin-off restaurant called, "Kentucky Roast Beef" that was amazing. Cheers!
Sup Greg, so glad did this bro. Looks better than had lol. I'm gonna win $50 bet🤣😂, I remember when friends and I first tried it, I also looked at it funny, said isn't really wagyu... Price even showed that lol. Was good, didn't know was Sioux vide tho. Think it's better than shipping regular frozen patties, should say fried, most won't mind, but healthy people, especially most Californians would mind, I'm eating burgers, just no lettuce, pickles, raw onions.. hey beats food processor 🤣😂, tyvm tc 🍔
I think it's not a big deal not to mention that the burger is deep fried. Because the protein in the meat doesn't absorb any of the extra fat like starch does. As long as you let it drain for a bit, there should be little to no extra fat on the patty.
Very interesting - I tried their Wagyu burger last year and wasn't impressed. Wondering if the frying is a new thing for this year? I may have to try it again!
As fast food burgers go I really like what Arby's is serving up during their limited time offerings, though fast food burgers aren't really my thing. I'd much rather make up something here at home and stoke up the grill. I've had both varieties from Arby's and have enjoyed them both. I would agree that consumers should be made aware of how their food is being prepared but I managed to find out on my own how Arby's does it and would think other's could easily find out on their own. I like the Peppercorn flavorings because it's just different tasting than your everyday American cheese. The bacon I could take it or leave it. I love bacon, don't get me wrong, but if not in the mood for bacon on a given day that's OK too. Your burger looks delicious, job well done. As I often say, it's never a bad day when you get to eat a great burger! I'll admit to kind of thinking the deep fry is a bit odd but I've seen George Motz do it a few times too so I'm cool with it.
If you're trying to "stay away from deep fried foods" wtf are you doing at ANY fast food place? That's a rhetorical question. The answer is you're lying to yourself. Edit: Every protein from Arby's is "Sous vide" and delivered in a bag and is either warmed up in hot water or flash fried. You don't need to work at Arby's to figure that one out.
I don't necessarily have an issue with the patty being deep fried, but having it delivered pre cooked (sous vide and then frozen i assume) to the "restaurant", that's a bit weird...
I personally don't have a problem with that. But just because I do a lot of deep frying, myself. I think people might be concerned that deep frying results in : soaked with fat. Which is not the case, if done correctly. On the other hand: I very much like to know what I'm getting. "Declaration is king!". I.e.: I lately wanted to pick up some food at a greek restaurant (here in Rellingen, Germany). 5 outa 12 dishes (lunchtime special offer) didn't even say what kind of meat I would have on it: would it be beef, lamb, pork or ?? I told 'em that I was leaving just 'cause of that fact. "But: you can always ask!" ? Do I really wanna ask the waiter about what kinda meat is in #1? And in #2? And #3?.....I don't! Been to the US several times. Best burgers from a chain where "Freddies steak burgers". They taste like steak! They never dissapointed! Do you know how they make 'em so fantastic? The trick is all about the beef. They're just brilliant, whatever burger I tried. Did you already have an episode about them? They are not in every state. With just about 50 restaurants in total by 2017, I think. At least to find in KS and OK. Greetings from the far north of Germany!
If that was REAL wagyu beef, it would not be used like that nor deep fried. America does NOT have real wagyu beef. It does have an extremely tiny amount in the bloodlines, but it's nowhere near anything like the genuine article from Japan. You can't believe ANY ingredient labels in the states.
There are ranches that are pretty much breeding out the European bloodlines. ie Pure Wagyu with Angus, Pure Wagyu with 50% Wagyu to Pure Wagyu with 75% wagyu and so on. I agree though. This is probably a lower grade F1 blended with Heifer chuck.
No, no need to disclose. If anything, it would be a plus in my books and they should promote it. It would make me buy it more. But no need to disclose.
First and for most..people like you Russ and T Roy are a big part of why I create my own content...that being said ..back to Arbies.. I think how they make their burger is ok..the lack of transparency on the other hand is crap...it would be like me hosting you in the east side and feeding you my best burger and un known to you it came from a box
@@pl7868 They are amazing, good size patty, juicy and have an awesome crust. I've only had it twice, but both times juices were dripping as I ate. This is the most non fast food fast food burger I've had. And presentation wise, they actually somewhat resemble a nice homemade burger, and not the wreck of a burger you get at most fast food spots. And it doesn't hurt that Arby's has really good fries. If Arby's keeps these on the menu I'll be eating them more often.
Not a secret, they disclosed it the first year they had it but I guess not after that. It's not a bad burger but I would not go out of my way to get it.
They don't overtly advertise that its fried for the same reason that KFC is KFC and not Kentucky Fried Chicken. Saying Fried is going to turn some people off as unhealthy.
But, KFC's menu literally says, "Fried Chicken." I do agree that they're not disclosing that the burger is fried because they know it would be a turn-off.
I think the real question here is not the disclosure of the cooking process but the need to know what ingredient it's cooked in. Especially if you're having the gluten free option. What are the rules and regulations in your state and the FDA regarding product disclosure? Anyway getting away from the politics, this is a pretty good burger and I would order one given the opportunity. As always, a Top Burger review. Cheers mate 👍🤤😀
I honestly didnt even care to try it until just now when you told me it was deep fried. Now I will for sure check it out. They must be nervous about scaring off diet conscious people or something, but I find that ridiculous. Its arbys.
I have no issue with them not disclosing they are deep fried. You are eating a highly marbled beef containing probably close to 75% lean. It isn't a big deal.
I found the burger to be very greasy. Had no idea about the deep fry, or the sous vide, but that explains why mine was so greasy. I don't think they need to describe how the food is cooked though. You don't go to fast food for health, and you definitely are not going for a wagyu burger thinking you are getting some lean cut of beef.
Arby's manager here. For starters, Greg, that's a very good replica.
Here are some facts about the wagyu burger preparation.
Since Arby's restaurants don't have flattops, the sous vide/deep fryer method is the only option for an exceptional offering like this.
The thawed burger is deep fried in 350 degree oil for 1:45. This brings it to medium rare and builds that great crust you mention.
Once out of the fryer, it is topped with a slice of American cheese and microwaved for 0:15. This just melts the cheese and brings the burger to medium doneness.
For well done requests (we get them), they are microwaved out of the fryer for 0:15, then topped with cheese and microwaved for another 0:15. (For burger requests without cheese, we still microwave for medium doneness.)
The brioche bun is toasted and dressed essentially like you dressed yours.
The burger sauce used on the Deluxe is very delicious. We get many positive comments about how good it tastes. In fact, we get plenty of requests for some on the side for dipping.
For the most part, the fryers in Arby's locations are entirely visible to customers. Though we might not overtly advertise that they are deep fried, we also do not hide that fact.
Many customers do in fact ask, and we gladly share with them the entire procedure.
They are likely the most popular non-roast beef sandwich we offer. As a Limited Time Offering, they sell like crazy from the first day we offer them until we exhaust the supply.
Great video, Greg. Your replication of what is a really good burger absolutely does it justice!
I purchased the Arby’s Wagyu about 3 or 4 months ago and I received my food in less than 30 seconds. I barely had walked over to the fountain sodas when the cashier told me my order. I thought it was really odd that I had my order that quick. The s as burger was good, but nothing to brag about. I’m aware that is 65/35 wagyu/ ground beef. I just was expecting better
Just had the Good Burger 2 sandwich. I’m a fan of medium rare meat but for the “wagyu” mix being 65/35, it was way too pink. I hope I don’t get sick from eating raw meat.
Thank you for the insight, I will now have to try one! ..lol
I think if they are frying, it should be disclosed and they should be legally bound to do so. I don't know what cooking oil they use, but the allergen info for this burger doesn't list peanuts so it must be a vegetable oil I would assume. The very best tasting burgers I've ever had and made were deep fried in beef tallow. I know one thing, that is a great looking burger and I would have no problem at all smashing that burger into my pie hole! Look out Arby's, I'm coming over 🤤
Great points Rusty! Yeah, I dig on a tallow fried burger too!
@@BallisticBurgers Arby's shift manager here. There is not a single arby's in the US that has a flat top, so yes, they ARE deep fried burgers and you would be correct we do use vegetable oil to fry our products and stuff.
If you think a fast food restaurant is paying to use peanut oil to fry stuff, then you have clearly never seen the prices in the cooking oil section of a store.
Not everything is a conspiracy.
@@tiggettyFive Guys frys in peanut oil and Chick-fil-A uses refined peanut oil.
Bruh... Refined peanut oil is hypoallergenic, so it has zero effect on allergies. Its also only used when pressure cooking the chicken. The waffle fries are deep fried in canola oil.
Five guys uses peanut oil, but discloses that fact. They are also SIGNIFICANTLY more expensive that a fast-food place.
Bacon double cheeseburger with large fries and drink is just under 20 bucks. You are paying for the fresh beef and fresh fries and yes, higher-end cooking oil... which is what my point was... using peanut oil would massively increase overhead, which is why fast food chains dont use it.
That burger looks perfect! Almost CG!
To me, stating it's "deep fried" would make me buy it. Everything tastes better deep fried, right? LOL Throw some bacon in the deep fryer too!!!! Your burger looked much better than any commercial and you showed how you achieved such a fantastic looking burger, so koodoes to you bro!!! Cheers brother Greg!!!
Having worked at Arby's through college, ended up being an assistant manager, I can tell you just about anything you want to know about their core menu. I left when the Market Fresh stuff came out around 2001.
@@emary711 15% beef 85% beef product and fillers which includes liquids. Yes it comes in plastic bags.
100% Greg! They should tell us! Burger looks good, though.
I vote to tell the consumer about the cooking method.
I agree Greg, they should disclose that information. That being said, I'm going to run to Arby's next week for lunch and give it a try.
I had one last week! I was wondering about that crust!!! Thanks!
My concern is for veggitarians who now have meat fat in the oil that cooks their fries. Very bad for Arby's. This is why Veggitarians do not eat McDonalds fries as they have beef flavoring
That's a juicy burger! Looks great! Awesome video, as always.
Thank you 😋
That looks delicious.... The only thing Would do is season your tomatoes
I had one once and I loved it, but had I known it was deep fried I would not have ordered it. I still like the burger a lot!
Another thing to try! Fried burgers. You got me into try sous vide and now something else to apply it to, thanks Greg!
Deep-fried aside, your version looks amazing! WOW!
When going for fast food, one should know that it’s a free for all! Eating healthy at an Arby’s or another fast food joint is an oxymoron.
Great video!! I agree the deep fry notification should be qnnounced to customers.
Reminds me of the Del cheeseburger, very good burger. Still not sure if they are deep frying. Great video, made me hungry.
I definitely think they should be advertising the cooking method for their burgers. That being said, it is hard to hold 'fast food' accountable for the way or method of cooking.
I think it's a smart way to make a consistent way to not overcook their 'wagyu' Burgers.
Deep fried is not the standard way to cook a burger and almost no one ordering it is going to expect that.
Exactly. I go there and just get the roast beef without bread to cut carbs. I would've been pissed if I ordered just the patty and it was deep fried.
@@MansaX I don't understand what the problem is? They list a breakdown of calories for all of their food items, including this Wagyu burger. You can see it has significantly more fat than the roast beef sandwiches, for example. Thats all that matters in the end. The "problem" with deep frying is that its implied that deep frying something will be fattier than cooking it on the griddle, so just look at the end results (nutrition label) to see if the fat content is unreasonable for your needs or not.
@SuWoopSparrow there is no problem. I never said anything about calories since I don't count them. I have been eating carnivore which is essentially zero carb. Since I'm carnivore I don't eat seed oils. So unless they deep fry in tallow or something from an animal then it goes against my way of eating.
@SuWoopSparrow I can care less if it has more fat. I don't intake many carbs so I eat a high fat/protein "diet". I don't know how you or anyone else can interpret my first comment was going against high fat. 🤔 sure I didn't say seed oils specifically so that could cause confusion I suppose
@@MansaX i'm a shift manager at arby's, we use vegetable oil :D
You solved the Arby's mystery I've had going on about this burger. I assumed, since Arby's doesn't have grills, they were being delivered to the store completely cooked then warmed in a microwave.
Yeah, I thought I had it nailed with just the frying. Then!!!! I read about the sous vide at the plant! Thanks, Keith!
A nice video Greg. Anyone deep frying a burger should state that on the menu when ordering. I will try the sauce on my burgers today..And, I learned something new today. I would of never thought to Sous Vide a burger. I will have to try that next time.
I've done sous vide burgers a couple of times at home. Throw them on a raging hot bbq for long enough to get some colour. The only issue is people complaining it's not cooked. Needless to say, I don't invite them over any more. But, they do taste really good!
Another great one Greg. If you get a chance you should look into the Jackie Lee burger at Sterlings in Richland Wa. Best burg I have had in a long time. Like a high end Japanese steak house decided to make a burger. Thanks for a great vid!
If you go to Sterlings, could you email me at ballisticbbq@cox.net with pics and a good description? I went to their site, but there's not enough info there (or anywhere else) for me to try and recreate it. I know it's sirloin, has cabbage, gochujang sauce, and wasabi aioli, but I need a little more info.
You bet. I'll see if I can get a good point of contact for you too, if they decide to play ball
@@jakedibbert316 That would be awesome. I like what they are doing with that burger, I just need specific details. Thanks, Jake!
Wow that looks amazing. Those tomatoes couldn't be more perfectly cut!
Mandolin?
Bingo!
Absolutely agree Greg. Disclosure is just being honest about their burgers from the beginning. 👍👍
Very informative video I’ll definitely be giving this a try
I don't see any obligation of a restaurant to tell you they do the burgers x y or z method. That is an obligation on the customer to ask. If a customer has a hang-up about something, they must ask, not require a business to pre-disclose. If you follow that route a business will never be able to do business, they'll spend all their time with disclosures like drug commercials.
Well said I agree!
Yeah they're fried then after microwaved to "fully cook it" plus melt the cheese (I work at Arbys)
I had one a few months ago. There is a reason I havn't had another. I am sure yours is better, but I just did not like the texture. Kind of like putting W sauce in ground meat and then over working it before cooking. Just felt like it had a processed ham like texture (think spam), and I am not a fan of my burger being that way.
Such a peaceful dude! I appreciate you man🤘🏼
Great... Now I have to get a sous vide. I've done lamb chops similar (oven low & slow, not SV) finished deep frying, and the crust was epic. And, if your eating at Arby's, you shouldn't be worried about anything deep fried😂Go get a salad pal!
Wow that came out looking perfect!!!
I work at an Arby's.
The burger is NOT 100% wagyu. It is a blend of regular ground beef and American Wagyu, not Japanese wagyu.
The patty is cooked sous vide then frozen and sent to us. We thaw them out and prep them. When one is ordered it gets deeo fried for 1 minute and 45 seconds. We then put the cheese on it and microwave the patty with the cheese on it before putting it on the burger.
It doesn't taste bad for what it is, but don't make the mistake of thinking that it's 100% wagyu or that it's authentic Japanese wagyu.
Why would anyone think it was 100% wagyu. It’s fast food. You just repeated every that was explained in the video
Greg, another really cool video. Is heard they were frying them but I wasn't aware of the Sous Vide part. Maybe we should call Guga lol😂. Now to go check out your new smoker on Ballistic BBQ!
Doesn't matter to me, as long as it tastes good.
I went to Arby's when they first came out noticed out of the corner of my eye it was deep fried said let see how it goes and it was not bad
What is your opinion on using spices to enhance your burger
haven't had that Arby's burger, but your version looks absolutely mouth-watering. I agree, a restaurant should inform customers that a burger is going to be deep-fried. 👍✔⬆🏁
Thanks so much for watching and the comment! Cheers RBBJ!
@@BallisticBurgers Thanks for the shout-out!
I won't eat a Arby's burger. They were the anti burger place but now suddenly they have burgers. Nope
That’s a good bumper speed!
LOL! I was hoping you'd approve!
Perfectly crafted buns and burgers !!!
Great video! I've watched a lot of your "recreation" vids, great content. Jimmy Cack Corn on the non disclosure of the deep fried part about the burger. It's fast food.
I am waiting for someone to make a proper Prego sauce on camera from the shops Oportos (in Australia), Ogalos etc. A nice portuguse burger with that sauce is a must for me.
I totally agree...It should state on their menu. But looks very good !
Not sure what you can exoect. Arby's doesn't have a griddle to cook it so either they have to deep fry it to get it hot or throw it into a microwave. I'll take a deep fried burger over a microwaved one any day.
Hi Greg. I am loving your channel and the way you take time to share with us how so many different burgers are cooked! I was just curious how yours compared to the Arby’s version? Close at all or did yours blow it out if the water? Never tried a fried burger so thinking I may give it a shot at Arby’s!! Cheers brother.
they absolutely should disclose that they are frying it. My wife has a gluten allergy, and she cant eat fried food that is used in the same fryer as any thing breaded. so lots of places she can't eat their french fries. Almost anyone would assume that a hamburger from a fast food place would either be cooked on a flat top or grill, where there wouldn't be any cross contamination.
When they mention roasted turkey, I feel like that sounds more appealing. Which is why they mention it, and mentioning deep fried burger probably doesn't sound as appealing to some. I feel like almost every place mentions how they cook something because it is probably a desired cooking method. They don't mention it because they just want to have an informed audience or anything moral based. So yeah makes perfect sense not mentioning it since I feel like it would just take away from it. Unless they are asked ofc
I love your videos... :)
Hey man! Big fan! Can you recreate the burger from Au Cheval in Chicago or the Bison Burger from stock and barrel in Knoxville? My top two favorite burgers ever!
Here is the Au Cheval ua-cam.com/video/7SE0SN3LM2c/v-deo.html, which is one of my favorites! I'll check out the Bison Burger. I wouldn't mind living in Knoxville.
I give Arby's credit for figuring out how to make a great burger without a grill in order to compete head to head with the burger chains. Whoever at corporate figured this process out is a genius...
I'm ok with them not saying how they cook it but not opposed to them advertising how they do. Basically, I'm not eating at Arby's for the health benefits lol
Greg I would like to suggest a burger. There is a small town burger joint in Jacksboro TX called Herd’s Burgers. It is pretty famous in north central Texas especially in the small towns. I believe it is a deep fried burger but don’t quote me on that. The place is kind of a dump but they make a greasy good burger.
Greg, your cook and description were (Tony the Tiger on) GerrrATE), but there are a couple of things that are problematic about the publicity about this burger. The first is, as you say, the failure to disclose deep frying, but the second, and most problematic, is the claim of "Wagyu" burger with only 51%. If you want to claim "Wagyu" it should be at least 67 to 75% real Japanese cow, It is like, "here is your Scotch--it is 49% water but we can still call it Scotch."
Hey Greg😃WOW!!!!!!!🤯Thank you for giving us the truth about this burger👍🏻I've had them a few times and liked them but had no idea about this😁They should let the consumer know🤔Your version of this burger looked delicious😋Have a great Sunday🙂ROCK ON!!!!!!!🤘🏻🤙🏻✌🏻
Cheers, Fred! Thanks for watching brother!
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The reason people avoid deep fried food is because porous things like fries, breading, or dough based foods will absorb a certain amount of extra oil during the frying process.
Deep frying a burger isnt going to result in any notable extra oil because the burger isnt porous and thus wont absorb any oil.
Cooking it on a griddle is the same thing, just one side at a time.
I think 100% Wagyu would be too rich. I like the 50/50 blend idea. Here is an idea you may like (If you have not done so already). Can you compare pre-formed frozen patties? Thanks Greg.
Thank you, Dan. I haven't really done a side-by-side comparison with fresh vs frozen, but the video I posted right before this one was a "Bubba Burger" review, which are frozen and pre-formed patties.
If a person is under doctor's orders to cut back, they have no business in a burger restaurant so no, they aren't obligated to reveal cook methods.
Thank you!
great vid, would you try making the red robin scorpion burger? i know you've done the burning love but it would get if you can make this one too.
Great Video , don't think i would ever get an Arby's burger though or try to cook it at home , lots of comments about Arby's like they suck , everytime i go there get sick, beef is made in area 51 ect.... i have always loved their roast beef and the sauces i don't eat the bun i mix all the sauces together an dip the beef slices into it , for a burger it's probably faster to cook one on the stove top than sit through a drive through or go inside , i'm old and a plain BK whopper when out an about has always done the trick 🙂 P.S Thx to you can cook almost as many different types of burgers now as chicken wings 🤣
Thank you for watching! I remember when I was a kid, Arby's was WAYYYY better than it is now. The beef was a real roast and cut paper thin. KFC once had a spin-off restaurant called, "Kentucky Roast Beef" that was amazing. Cheers!
Sup Greg, so glad did this bro. Looks better than had lol. I'm gonna win $50 bet🤣😂, I remember when friends and I first tried it, I also looked at it funny, said isn't really wagyu... Price even showed that lol. Was good, didn't know was Sioux vide tho. Think it's better than shipping regular frozen patties, should say fried, most won't mind, but healthy people, especially most Californians would mind, I'm eating burgers, just no lettuce, pickles, raw onions.. hey beats food processor 🤣😂, tyvm tc 🍔
Great looking burger. I agree it should be disclosed.
I think it's not a big deal not to mention that the burger is deep fried. Because the protein in the meat doesn't absorb any of the extra fat like starch does. As long as you let it drain for a bit, there should be little to no extra fat on the patty.
Great point, but some people have allergies to certain fry oils.
Very interesting - I tried their Wagyu burger last year and wasn't impressed. Wondering if the frying is a new thing for this year? I may have to try it again!
As fast food burgers go I really like what Arby's is serving up during their limited time offerings, though fast food burgers aren't really my thing. I'd much rather make up something here at home and stoke up the grill. I've had both varieties from Arby's and have enjoyed them both. I would agree that consumers should be made aware of how their food is being prepared but I managed to find out on my own how Arby's does it and would think other's could easily find out on their own. I like the Peppercorn flavorings because it's just different tasting than your everyday American cheese. The bacon I could take it or leave it. I love bacon, don't get me wrong, but if not in the mood for bacon on a given day that's OK too.
Your burger looks delicious, job well done. As I often say, it's never a bad day when you get to eat a great burger! I'll admit to kind of thinking the deep fry is a bit odd but I've seen George Motz do it a few times too so I'm cool with it.
I been said Aryb's should have started with hamburgers a long time ago & now it's here.
If you're trying to "stay away from deep fried foods" wtf are you doing at ANY fast food place?
That's a rhetorical question. The answer is you're lying to yourself.
Edit: Every protein from Arby's is "Sous vide" and delivered in a bag and is either warmed up in hot water or flash fried. You don't need to work at Arby's to figure that one out.
we've all been seeing arby's commercials? i didnt know so many people still watched tv...i havent seen AAAAA commercial in years.
bout time arby's even has a burger. every time i look at their menu i mutter the r word under my breath..
I think it should be known
Sadly our local franchise has closed recently. If i want one I have to drive a long way to get one
I don't necessarily have an issue with the patty being deep fried, but having it delivered pre cooked (sous vide and then frozen i assume) to the "restaurant", that's a bit weird...
I personally don't have a problem with that. But just because I do a lot of deep frying, myself.
I think people might be concerned that deep frying results in : soaked with fat. Which is not the case, if done correctly.
On the other hand: I very much like to know what I'm getting. "Declaration is king!". I.e.: I lately wanted to pick up some food at a greek restaurant (here in Rellingen, Germany). 5 outa 12 dishes (lunchtime special offer) didn't even say what kind of meat I would have on it:
would it be beef, lamb, pork or ?? I told 'em that I was leaving just 'cause of that fact.
"But: you can always ask!" ? Do I really wanna ask the waiter about what kinda meat is in #1? And in #2? And #3?.....I don't!
Been to the US several times. Best burgers from a chain where "Freddies steak burgers". They taste like steak! They never dissapointed!
Do you know how they make 'em so fantastic? The trick is all about the beef. They're just brilliant, whatever burger I tried.
Did you already have an episode about them? They are not in every state. With just about 50 restaurants in total by 2017, I think.
At least to find in KS and OK.
Greetings from the far north of Germany!
If that was REAL wagyu beef, it would not be used like that nor deep fried. America does NOT have real wagyu beef. It does have an extremely tiny amount in the bloodlines, but it's nowhere near anything like the genuine article from Japan. You can't believe ANY ingredient labels in the states.
There are ranches that are pretty much breeding out the European bloodlines. ie Pure Wagyu with Angus, Pure Wagyu with 50% Wagyu to Pure Wagyu with 75% wagyu and so on. I agree though. This is probably a lower grade F1 blended with Heifer chuck.
i always knew something was off about arby's burgers but i couldn't put my finger on it till now.
No, no need to disclose. If anything, it would be a plus in my books and they should promote it. It would make me buy it more. But no need to disclose.
I think absolutely they should disclose they are deep frying it.
10 times better looking than the real thing!
Interesting, A Sous Vide and deep fried burger.
Imagine how great the burgers would taste frying in that oil after cooking a bunch.
Now that's a great video
Deep frying wagyu meat should be considered a crime doh XD. Great video as always Greg! Keep it up!
After sous vide it doesn't really matter.
Surprised it is deep-fried. When I had it, I just assumed it was microwaved :P I thought it was pretty good, but not really worth the price.
I'm curious how sous vide, then air fried would taste. I may try that instead of deep frying😊
Give it a go Bobbi!
Hamburger🍔looks good👍👍
Looks delicious...👍👍
Greg if you haven't yet can you make the horseshoe from Springfield, IL?
I''ll see what I can find on that one.
Are they using beef lard to fry the burgers? If so then no problem!
No it’s a corn oil
First and for most..people like you Russ and T Roy are a big part of why I create my own content...that being said ..back to Arbies.. I think how they make their burger is ok..the lack of transparency on the other hand is crap...it would be like me hosting you in the east side and feeding you my best burger and un known to you it came from a box
I don't think any restaurant should tell anything about how they make it
I think these are maybe the best burgers from a large chain, I really like the sauce but think your recipe falls short of what they are using.
are they really good ?
@@pl7868 They are amazing, good size patty, juicy and have an awesome crust. I've only had it twice, but both times juices were dripping as I ate. This is the most non fast food fast food burger I've had.
And presentation wise, they actually somewhat resemble a nice homemade burger, and not the wreck of a burger you get at most fast food spots. And it doesn't hurt that Arby's has really good fries. If Arby's keeps these on the menu I'll be eating them more often.
Oh boy, not only are they pre-cooked (sous vide), then frozen? Then they are deep fried in store.
Always fresh. Except when it's precooked.
Not a secret, they disclosed it the first year they had it but I guess not after that. It's not a bad burger but I would not go out of my way to get it.
What sous vie do you use. I am thinking of getting one
I'm using Joule. It's a great circulator, but you need to app to use it.
They don't overtly advertise that its fried for the same reason that KFC is KFC and not Kentucky Fried Chicken. Saying Fried is going to turn some people off as unhealthy.
I know that's not entirely the reason for KFC, but it was definitely part of it. The whole Kentucky State charging a licensing fee is weird.
But, KFC's menu literally says, "Fried Chicken." I do agree that they're not disclosing that the burger is fried because they know it would be a turn-off.
Without hesitation. I have a big problem with this!
I think the real question here is not the disclosure of the cooking process but the need to know what ingredient it's cooked in.
Especially if you're having the gluten free option.
What are the rules and regulations in your state and the FDA regarding product disclosure?
Anyway getting away from the politics, this is a pretty good burger and I would order one given the opportunity.
As always, a Top Burger review.
Cheers mate 👍🤤😀
It was good. A point was made about some people being allergic to certain oils. Thanks for watching John!
I honestly didnt even care to try it until just now when you told me it was deep fried. Now I will for sure check it out. They must be nervous about scaring off diet conscious people or something, but I find that ridiculous. Its arbys.
If you go to Arby's, you get what you get. 😂 No promises and no guarantees as to what's in it or how it's prepared.
I have no issue with them not disclosing they are deep fried. You are eating a highly marbled beef containing probably close to 75% lean. It isn't a big deal.
Agreed, but what if someone has allergies to certain frying oils?
I found the burger to be very greasy. Had no idea about the deep fry, or the sous vide, but that explains why mine was so greasy.
I don't think they need to describe how the food is cooked though. You don't go to fast food for health, and you definitely are not going for a wagyu burger thinking you are getting some lean cut of beef.