The content is a video transcription of a cooking challenge where the host attempts to recreate the McRib sandwich, a rare and limited-time menu item from McDonald's. The host starts by purchasing the McRib and tasting it, but finds it lacking and decides to make a better version.
The host then provides a detailed recipe to make a homemade version of the McRib, including making the bread from scratch, slow-cooking ribs, and preparing a barbecue sauce. The host also shares tips and tricks throughout the recipe, such as removing the membrane from the ribs and using a specific type of pickle.
After assembling the sandwich, the host takes a bite and declares it a significant improvement over the original McRib. The host also invites viewers to share their thoughts and suggestions for future cooking challenges.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The McRib is a rare fast food menu item that is back for a limited time.
2. The McRib is a rib sandwich with barbecue sauce, pickles, and onions on a hoagie-style bun.
3. The recipe for the McRib has been requested since the beginning of the "Butt Better" series.
4. The McRib is considered an "ultra cult food" because of its rarity.
5. The presenter has never had a McRib before.
6. The presenter is making a homemade version of the McRib.
7. The homemade McRib recipe includes sesame seeds instead of semolina on the bread.
8. The recipe for the bread includes lukewarm water, instant yeast, all-purpose flour, fine sea salt, and granulated sugar.
9. The recipe for the ribs includes a spice mix with kosher salt, dark brown sugar, garlic powder, mustard powder, smoked paprika, and ground white pepper.
10. The ribs are cooked in the oven at 300°F for 3-3.5 hours.
11. The barbecue sauce is made with brown sugar, ketchup, blackstrap molasses, sherry vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, and fresh ground black pepper.
12. The presenter recommends cold smoking the barbecue sauce with apple wood chips.
13. The McRib is assembled by spreading barbecue sauce on the bread, adding the ribs, pickles, and onions, and topping with the other half of the bread.
14. The presenter considers the homemade McRib to be better than the original.
15. The McRib is a legendary menu item for some reason.
16. The presenter's merchandise has dropped and is available for purchase.
17. The presenter is asking for feedback and suggestions for future videos in the comments.