@@BallisticBBQ If the texture didn't seem quite right or it was tough, you can keep simmering the thing until it is the texture you want, you can do that with pork shoulder, I make meatballs with burger and pork shoulder and the longer they simmer the more tender they get and the quality isnt lost.
OK, I just finished the video. One of my weirdest take aways is the realization that the McRib is not as unhealthy as I thought it would be. Pork butt, water, rosemary, etc. I know it's not exactly paleo but I honestly thought the ingredients would be weirder than that.
When I get the mcrib I always get it with extra onions pickles and order a hashbrowns on the side. DO THIS! put a hashbrown on top of the mcrib. It's a layer of crunchy potato goodness. sounds weird but tastes super good.
One of my all-time favorite sandwiches and you did it complete justice. Great job, although I'd love a from-scratch recipe for the bbq sauce - it's the most distinct element to me, besides the general composition. Still, love everything about this!
You are the man! My Grandma absolutely loves the Mcrib. If this round(2022) is truly the last, she's gonna fiip if bring her one from the kitchen next year 😆
Getting the ground meat to bind together is a secret many people do not understand. Work it, either by hand or in a mixer or food processor with dough attachment. It does not take long to release the colegen and proteins to bind together. Not doing that is the cause of hamburger patties that fall apart as you cook them.
that was a lot of dedication for a McRib, i LOVE McDonalds but i highly doubt their version is that complex and thorough, still very impressive to see how passionate and thoughtful you are.
I saw Harry’s video too and your video is much better! Thanks for taking the time to make it as close as possible, not like every other video of the mccrib! Kudos.
Although I probably won’t ever copy many of your recipes. I’m so impressed with the research and work you put into your videos. You are a consummate professional. Anyone who does a “thumbs down” is a hater
I came here for a McRib recipe and you delivered it. Thank you. And thank you for using the actual ingredients in the nutrition facts of a McRib. I hate other youtubers making "McRib but better videos."
I am group 4: Someone I love, loves the McRib (and mourns them when they're gone). And he's going through some stuff right now, so I'm hoping I can surprise him with this. Thank you.
If you build your box press like a cake form you can more easily remove the patty without the ribbon. Make the bottom of the box small enough to fit inside the sides. Then, you can remove the patty by simply pushing down on the lid to push the patty out the bottom.
making the actual mcribb sandwich for a group of kids of 80 tonite. not sure if they will want the onion on it though, kids are ages 6 to 9. Thanks for the video, loved your mold, very clever!
I am in the 4th group "never had a McRib" which may suprise some considering the amount of time i lived and worked in germany where it is always on the menu at micky d's. Schnitzel sandwich, sausages and Frikadelle from schnell imbiss stands with curry ketchup. I live in the UK now but still travel to germany afew times ayear, so in the interest of BBQ i will try some when i next visit. Thanks for an interesting, informative video take care God bless. Dam now i am jonesing for currywurst.
That's what I like about your videos. You put a lot of thought into them. Nice cook. I like the McRib but I'm not one that watches the internet for when they come out.
Great video in that it shows every step needed to make an almost exact duplicate of the original. As a practical matter, few will want to go through all that trouble. I suspect you could get course ground pork from the store, mix in the dextrose and some ground rosemary, make a basic rectangle shape and cook it. The result would not be visually the same, but the flavor should be good. Still, kudos for really doing it all right!
May I add a 4th category (regarding the McRib & what folks think about it) to the previous 3? It would be (my group) people who have only tried it once just to see what all the shoutin' was about and who since have said "Eh, it is what it is". This is a great video, Greg... One of your BEST!
Dextrose = glucose. Dextrose (or glucose) plus fructose = sucrose, or table sugar. You are just using the ribbon, to pull out the rib patty? Don't fold it over. Either let it hang out, or fold it over the upper (rib design) plate. (Put the upper piece in, then fold it over.) I've GOT to try this! steve
We dont have the mcribs in the uk unfortunately. I think they had them for a short while sort of like the holiday burgers. Looks nice though. Love how much effort you put in to make it authentic.
Great video Greg!!! I like it when you experiment. I'd never have guessed you were good at working with wood!!! I vote yes to more meat glue videos. I need to get me one of those VacMaster's!!! Cheers brother!
Troy, you should look into getting a Vacpak-It chamber sealer. It is a clone of the Vacmaster machine Greg uses, but costs about $300 less. I've had mine for about 3 months and use it almost daily.
@@KevinWindsor1971 I concur. A chamber vacuum sealer is by far the superior product. Foodsaver style vac sealers tend to leak causing freezer burn, they suck liquid out of the bag and the cost of the bags bags often eat up any savings from the bulk purchase.
Greg, the commitment to making it as authentic as possible is insane! I absolutely love it, that being said I don’t think I’ll be making a McRib like that over on my channel hahahahaha. Well done bud 👍
Love it!!! As a McRibber from day 1 despite the social consequences; I will attempt this minus the mold!!! My only concern in your research is what pickle do they use!!! (I heard that was one of the main items in their 'overhaul' that still contained additives!!! Love your Video!!! ;)
Two days ago I made a BBQ pork sandwich with sous vide pork belly. It took little prep and effort and was killer, this seems like a lot of effort to duplicate something McTier. But who am I to criticize? I grind chicken breast to make premium chicken nuggets on occasion. I would highly recommend it.
I’m the one that hates the mc rib but I watched to see what it’s made off because I would have never guessed pork shoulder. Great job though on the video and information
Rather than using a fixed bottom in you Ballistic Rib Mold make it removable just like the top. No need for the handle on the lid either. After it’s frozen push the bottom, McRib, and lid out from either direction. No need for ribbon either.
Enjoyed the video. Do you have a video on your outdoor grilling set up? I am building a back yard grilling center this coming spring and looking for ideas.
Hey Ballistic, great video as always there is one small but. You got recipe wrong, I work for McDonald's meat supplier in Europe and pork parties are made with belly and shoulder not just shoulder. No meat glue or anything like that used to make it.
If you give it another go, it might be easier to have the bottom of the Ballistic McRib Box come out so you could just push the whole thing through the bottom instead of trying to lift it out. Also, thank you for staying true to the original. I just watched someone make some monstrosity they were calling a McRib, but it was so far off that it was upsetting.
I am not a fan of Fast Food and try to "prevent" my family & me from that as good as possible BUT if I am stopping at the "Restaurant to the Golden M" every several months, my favourite was & is the McRib ... what a great video - especially also because of your own Rib-press ... great one, Greg! :)
Great video Sir ! As i love the McRib...sometimes when feeling in the right mood for junk food, i will definatly try your receipt ! Thanks from germany, Carsten
Don't use the ribbon, just don't attach the bottom of the box so you can just push it through 👍
Exactly! I was thinking this same thing the day AFTER I did this... Live n learn!
@@BallisticBBQ If the texture didn't seem quite right or it was tough, you can keep simmering the thing until it is the texture you want, you can do that with pork shoulder, I make meatballs with burger and pork shoulder and the longer they simmer the more tender they get and the quality isnt lost.
make a slot for the bottom so it can slide in and out
So it’s actually a McShoulder?
Havent watched it yet but if you mean what meat, its actually reconstituted heart proteins.
its a mcbutthole
@@blooflazh7 mcdick ?
Do you think Mac Donald’s uses actual rib?
@@thomaswarren5794no...they use ground shoulder.
Am I the only one who wants to buy an official "Ballistic BBQ McRib Press™"?
OK, I just finished the video. One of my weirdest take aways is the realization that the McRib is not as unhealthy as I thought it would be. Pork butt, water, rosemary, etc. I know it's not exactly paleo but I honestly thought the ingredients would be weirder than that.
When I get the mcrib I always get it with extra onions pickles and order a hashbrowns on the side. DO THIS! put a hashbrown on top of the mcrib. It's a layer of crunchy potato goodness. sounds weird but tastes super good.
Oooo, THANKS, gotta try! 😋
Omg he's so precious. He actually made a rib-press device ❤️😂
my fav cooking channel. hands down
One of my all-time favorite sandwiches and you did it complete justice. Great job, although I'd love a from-scratch recipe for the bbq sauce - it's the most distinct element to me, besides the general composition. Still, love everything about this!
I've never had a mcrib and I doubt I ever will but your enthusiasm is contagious and this video was just so much fun to watch. Thanks!
When you put the whole block in the vacuum sealed bag my roommate and I cheered out loud. You are the best!!!
Never had a McRib, but dig the woodwork for your skill and imagination.
DUDE! That is WAY more work than is required! I can't even believe I just saw this.
Might as well make and sell ballistic mcrib makers lol
My dad loves the McRib. This video will allow me to make his favorite McDonald's item at home. Thank you.
You are the man! My Grandma absolutely loves the Mcrib. If this round(2022) is truly the last, she's gonna fiip if bring her one from the kitchen next year 😆
you did alot of work and really knocked it out
Getting the ground meat to bind together is a secret many people do not understand. Work it, either by hand or in a mixer or food processor with dough attachment. It does not take long to release the colegen and proteins to bind together. Not doing that is the cause of hamburger patties that fall apart as you cook them.
that was a lot of dedication for a McRib, i LOVE McDonalds but i highly doubt their version is that complex and thorough, still very impressive to see how passionate and thoughtful you are.
"hey what you doing with that ribbon and wood"? "Oh just making a McRib". Lol awesome stuff.
I saw Harry’s video too and your video is much better! Thanks for taking the time to make it as close as possible, not like every other video of the mccrib! Kudos.
Although I probably won’t ever copy many of your recipes. I’m so impressed with the research and work you put into your videos. You are a consummate professional. Anyone who does a “thumbs down” is a hater
I came here for a McRib recipe and you delivered it. Thank you. And thank you for using the actual ingredients in the nutrition facts of a McRib. I hate other youtubers making "McRib but better videos."
Amazing! I like the mold box..very creative. Great job on duplicating that sandwich.
Wow Greg fantastic job! As close as you're gonna get to the real thing but a whole lot better!
I am group 4: Someone I love, loves the McRib (and mourns them when they're gone). And he's going through some stuff right now, so I'm hoping I can surprise him with this. Thank you.
That process is some got damn dedication to your followers.
Get this man a trophy!!
Don't beat yourself up over the ribbon! This was a learning process through and through. You had to make your own box for crying out loud. Good job!
If you build your box press like a cake form you can more easily remove the patty without the ribbon. Make the bottom of the box small enough to fit inside the sides. Then, you can remove the patty by simply pushing down on the lid to push the patty out the bottom.
Greg, your attention to detail is OUTSTANDING! I always enjoy seeing the notification that you're uploaded a new video. Cheers!
Extremely cool video Greg ! You are a joy to watch my friend.
making the actual mcribb sandwich for a group of kids of 80 tonite. not sure if they will want the onion on it though, kids are ages 6 to 9. Thanks for the video, loved your mold, very clever!
That looks just like a McRib. Mouth is watering
I am in the 4th group "never had a McRib" which may suprise some considering the amount of time i lived and worked in germany where it is always on the menu at micky d's. Schnitzel sandwich, sausages and Frikadelle from schnell imbiss stands with curry ketchup. I live in the UK now but still travel to germany afew times ayear, so in the interest of BBQ i will try some when i next visit. Thanks for an interesting, informative video take care God bless. Dam now i am jonesing for currywurst.
That's what I like about your videos. You put a lot of thought into them. Nice cook. I like the McRib but I'm not one that watches the internet for when they come out.
I wasn’t quite convinced UNTIL you took it out of the sauce. Then it looked authentic to me haha.
Great video in that it shows every step needed to make an almost exact duplicate of the original. As a practical matter, few will want to go through all that trouble. I suspect you could get course ground pork from the store, mix in the dextrose and some ground rosemary, make a basic rectangle shape and cook it. The result would not be visually the same, but the flavor should be good. Still, kudos for really doing it all right!
I’d like to pre-order my Ballistic McRib box please! You knocked this out of the park brother! Cheers Greg!
Make one. Use the same plastic they use to make cutting boards.
It's a sushi press
Liked that....just plain fun! I think the McRib is ok...I had one a few years back......Like the vacmaster....wish I could afford one.....thank you!
I have to admit I have never had a McRib but I will try one when they come back because of this video.
Although I haven’t eaten McD in quite a long time. Watching a food scientist hash out killer copy cat items, is always entertaining!!!
Looks right on, always love a McRib
Now I know what to print on my new 3D printer, a "Ballistic BBQ McRib Press".
The best burger at McDonalds imho! Thank you, will try!
May I add a 4th category (regarding the McRib & what folks think about it) to the previous 3? It would be (my group) people who have only tried it once just to see what all the shoutin' was about and who since have said "Eh, it is what it is". This is a great video, Greg... One of your BEST!
This is the best McRib sandwich copy I've seen 😊👍👍
Dextrose = glucose.
Dextrose (or glucose) plus
fructose = sucrose, or table
sugar.
You are just using the ribbon,
to pull out the rib patty?
Don't fold it over. Either let
it hang out, or fold it over the
upper (rib design) plate.
(Put the upper piece in, then
fold it over.)
I've GOT to try this!
steve
You are an artist, man!
Rosemary tea spritz? That's brilliant! I might try this with thyme for my BBQ spritz when smoking brisket or beef ribs for the science of it.
We dont have the mcribs in the uk unfortunately. I think they had them for a short while sort of like the holiday burgers. Looks nice though. Love how much effort you put in to make it authentic.
Have not eaten McDonald's in over 10 years. But I must say, you nailed that one buddy! Great job.
Well Done, you & Harry make a good team to educate us home quer’s
Fun video. Looks pretty good. I'll take two.
Thanks B-BBQ, looking to make my own McRib on the next BBQ event with friends and this was super helpful!
I’ll definitely be making a few McRibs all for myself, I really miss them a lot.
You may be my hero, I love that damn sandwich. I don’t have your fancy box but I will be making my own patties now....
HA! Ballistic BBQ mold...........you got to love it!
Great video Greg!!! I like it when you experiment. I'd never have guessed you were good at working with wood!!! I vote yes to more meat glue videos. I need to get me one of those VacMaster's!!! Cheers brother!
Troy, you should look into getting a Vacpak-It chamber sealer. It is a clone of the Vacmaster machine Greg uses, but costs about $300 less. I've had mine for about 3 months and use it almost daily.
@@KevinWindsor1971
I concur. A chamber vacuum sealer is by far the superior product.
Foodsaver style vac sealers tend to leak causing freezer burn, they suck liquid out of the bag and the cost of the bags bags often eat up any savings from the bulk purchase.
I would have sworn it was meat glue too. Great job with this Greg!
What a fun video! You have brought back lots of memories. Good stuff!
I gave both videos a thumbs up, you two are great.
I thought I was obsessed with the McRib but daaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn I am 😉
Thank you :-) loved both of the videos that you and Harry did would eat any of them.
I hit Like right off the bat because I know you're gonna knock this out of the park. Happy New Year, BB!
Greg, the commitment to making it as authentic as possible is insane! I absolutely love it, that being said I don’t think I’ll be making a McRib like that over on my channel hahahahaha. Well done bud 👍
Love it!!! As a McRibber from day 1 despite the social consequences; I will attempt this minus the mold!!! My only concern in your research is what pickle do they use!!! (I heard that was one of the main items in their 'overhaul' that still contained additives!!! Love your Video!!! ;)
Oh, I love those things! Thank you!🌷🚍
Two days ago I made a BBQ pork sandwich with sous vide pork belly. It took little prep and effort and was killer, this seems like a lot of effort to duplicate something McTier.
But who am I to criticize? I grind chicken breast to make premium chicken nuggets on occasion. I would highly recommend it.
flip the mod around so the "ribs" face down with the press plate being flat. This would allow you to keep the ribbon and not affect the final shape
For me, its much more about taste than looks. Thumbs up for effort.
Wow! Great care and detail! Wish I could of tasted it
You should get a medal for making this monstrosity
I remember when I was a teen I worked at a BBQ named Pulley's BBQ in Marion, IL. Good stuff that was back then.
I've always been intrigued and curious to try the McRib but I don't like McDonalds. so this is a much better way to me personally to make it myself.
I’m the one that hates the mc rib but I watched to see what it’s made off because I would have never guessed pork shoulder. Great job though on the video and information
Rather than using a fixed bottom in you Ballistic Rib Mold make it removable just like the top. No need for the handle on the lid either. After it’s frozen push the bottom, McRib, and lid out from either direction. No need for ribbon either.
Nailed it!!! Great job
Such an above and beyond video. I would really love if you'd make a tutorial for your Rib-press as I have no clue. Subscribed!
You're BBQ skills never ceases to amaze me! Mad I wasn't there to try out that Mc'Ribs ;)
Love that McRibbon press, maybe leave the ribbon outside the box
Enjoyed the video. Do you have a video on your outdoor grilling set up? I am building a back yard grilling center this coming spring and looking for ideas.
im trying this!! even the mold! it looks so awesome. im in the "love mcrib" camp. thanks for the great vids as always.
Cool contrast between you and Herry. Grate video
group 4: never had a mc rib yet. its not even a seasonal thing in germany. gotta try one i guess... awesome work :)
great clip greg... great deconstruction.... respect.
Dextrose is basically a different name for powdered glucose.
Hey Ballistic, great video as always there is one small but. You got recipe wrong, I work for McDonald's meat supplier in Europe and pork parties are made with belly and shoulder not just shoulder. No meat glue or anything like that used to make it.
Awesome video Greg!! I love McD's McRib sandwich and I hope they bring them back!! I love your reipe and now I'm going to watch Harry's version.
Looks amazing!! Please please PLEASE figure out the BK broiler recipe and try that!! I miss it!! Great video!
Greg you're my favorite Chef, giggity goo!
If you give it another go, it might be easier to have the bottom of the Ballistic McRib Box come out so you could just push the whole thing through the bottom instead of trying to lift it out. Also, thank you for staying true to the original. I just watched someone make some monstrosity they were calling a McRib, but it was so far off that it was upsetting.
A McRib is best enjoyed with a 40 oz. of malt liquor.
Ohhhh man you nailed it 👍
OE? or Mickey's?
@@Trapper50cal Hurricane HG.
Love the channel, and a dark follower of the sandwich. Couldn’t click any faster!!
I am not a fan of Fast Food and try to "prevent" my family & me from that as good as possible BUT if I am stopping at the "Restaurant to the Golden M" every several months, my favourite was & is the McRib ... what a great video - especially also because of your own Rib-press ... great one, Greg! :)
Looks great Greg, I would have thought for sure they used meat glue. Kudos on the form box and vacuum idea!
Looks amazing!!!
I LOVE the McRib, but IMO it is the sauce that makes it.
Definitely not the high quality "pork"
I love the McRib! 💖
you did a exellent job on this video thanks for sharing !!!
Great video Sir ! As i love the McRib...sometimes when feeling in the right mood for junk food, i will definatly try your receipt ! Thanks from germany, Carsten
Good work my friend, another great video!