Chef John’s Copycat McRib Sandwich
Make a homemade version of the McRib sandwich.
The ribs are baked in the oven and then finished on the grill.
The result is tender and can be served with barbecue sauce and coleslaw.
You can make the ribs ahead of time and store them in the fridge.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 25, 2026Share
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Make a homemade version of the McRib sandwich.
The ribs are baked in the oven and then finished on the grill.
The result is tender and can be served with barbecue sauce and coleslaw.
You can make the ribs ahead of time and store them in the fridge.
Quick Tip Read the recipe in its entirety before you start cooking. This will help you understand the ingredients, steps, and timing involved, and allow you to prepare any necessary equipment or ingredients beforehand.
Ingredients 10
0.33333334326744 cup kosher salt
0.25 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 racks baby back pork ribs
1 cup barbecue sauce, divided
4 sesame hamburger rolls, split and toasted
1 cup coleslaw
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
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Mix kosher salt, brown sugar, chili powder, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne pepper to make the rub.
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3
Put the ribs on a baking sheet lined with foil. Season both sides with some of the rub. Cover with parchment paper and wrap with foil. Cover the baking sheet with another sheet of foil.
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Bake in the oven for 2 hours and 45 minutes.
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5
Unwrap the ribs and let them cool. Remove the bones and put any loose meat back into the holes. Wrap the ribs again and refrigerate until cold, 8 hours or overnight.
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Cut the ribs in half. Brush both sides with barbecue sauce.
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Heat a charcoal grill to high heat and lightly oil the grate.
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Grill the ribs for 3 to 4 minutes per side. Brush with more barbecue sauce.
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Put some barbecue sauce on each bun. Sandwich a rib section between a bun and top with coleslaw.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 963 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 52g
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Saturated Fat 18g
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Cholesterol 180mg
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Sodium 8820mg
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Total Carbohydrate 81g
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Dietary Fiber 6g
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Protein 45g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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