A former McDonald's chef has revealed the secret behind why Wendy's bacon often tastes better than McDonald's bacon. He shared his insights through a video on TikTok, shedding light on the tasty differences between the two fast-food giants.
Former McDonald's Chef Spills Bacon Secrets
Mike Haracz, once a McDonald's chef, now often shares what goes on behind the scenes through his TikTok account, @chefmikeharacz. In one of his latest videos, he discusses why he believes Wendy's bacon surpasses the bacon from his previous workplace.
Haracz starts by acknowledging McDonald's bacon's quality, noting its flavor and smokiness. However, he hints that it's just "okay" compared to Wendy's. Delving deeper, he explains how McDonald's prepares its bacon, stating it's either cooked on flat top grills or baked in the oven, with the oven method slightly edging out in quality.
According to Haracz, the real game-changer lies in McDonald's bacon pre-cooking process. He reveals that the bacon undergoes a partial cook that renders out some fat and other components before it's packaged, which marks a significant difference from Wendy's approach.
Haracz has illuminated the differences in bacon preparation between McDonald's and Wendy's, highlighting why Wendy's might have the tastier option. McDonald's strategy for preparing its bacon is designed with efficiency in mind.
By partially cooking the bacon before it reaches restaurants, McDonald's simplifies shipping and reduces kitchen mess, as the pre-cooking process eliminates much of the grease.
Conversely, Wendy's takes a different route with its bacon. According to Mike, Wendy's bacon is always baked fresh in an oven at the restaurants, never arriving pre-cooked. In Mike's opinion, this method ensures a crispier texture and produces a superior taste.
"It's always cooked from fresh," he says, praising Wendy's for its commitment to quality and a recipe that simply makes for "a better bacon."
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McDonald's and Wendy's: Freshness Fuels Fast Food Rivalry
Wendy's sets itself apart in the fast-food arena with a strong commitment to freshness. Unlike many competitors, Wendy's ensures that its beef patties are never frozen, guaranteeing that every burger is made fresh upon order.
This commitment to quality is part of Wendy's broader strategy to differentiate itself from rivals like McDonald's.
Adding to its menu of fresh options, Wendy's recently introduced a new treat perfect for spring-the Orange Dreamsicle Frosty. This latest addition has been a hit, with fans commending Wendy's for perfectly capturing the essence of the flavor.
Continuing its trend of innovative offerings, Wendy's has also launched a new pastry item, infusing a popular sweet and spicy taste that's been well-received by its customers.
The fast-food chain has created the Orange Dreamsicle Frosty, combining the cherished memories of a childhood classic with the creamy delight of its iconic Frosty.
Wendy's describes the new addition and says the dessert blends the sweet, citrusy flavors of orange with the smooth, classic taste of vanilla Frosty. "The newest Frosty innovation offers a spoonful of sweet orange notes mixed with our classic, smooth vanilla Frosty for a dreamy orange cream experience-Wendy's way," the company stated in its announcement.
In the meantime, McDonald's is branching out by opening a new spin-off restaurant that is exploring new culinary territories.
McDonald's is expanding its CosMc brand, opening new locations in the South and Midwest. The Illinois launch saw high demand and long lines, and the brand has arrived in Texas. This growth aligns with McDonald's strategy to attract customers by offering affordable meal options.
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