• News
  • Film and TV
  • Music
  • Tech
  • Features
  • Celebrity
  • Politics
  • Weird
  • Community
  • Advertise
  • Terms
  • Privacy & Cookies
  • LADbible Group
  • LADbible
  • SPORTbible
  • GAMINGbible
  • Tyla
  • UNILAD Tech
  • FOODbible
  • License Our Content
  • About Us & Contact
  • Jobs
  • Latest
  • Topics A-Z
  • Authors
Facebook
Instagram
X
Threads
TikTok
YouTube
Submit Your Content
Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals what not to order at the fast food chain

Home> News

Updated 18:25 4 Jul 2024 GMT+1Published 18:22 4 Jul 2024 GMT+1

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals what not to order at the fast food chain

The former McDonald's chef has shared expert advice on what you shouldn't order and why

Gerrard Kaonga

Gerrard Kaonga

There is a lot to McLove at McDonald’s but a former chef has revealed what customers should avoid ordering.

Unless you have been living under or on a very isolated rock, you’ll be very aware of just how popular the fast food behemoth McDonald’s is.

Everybody has got their go to order, either for a celebration or a cheeky hangover meal.

Due to its popularity, finding out the inner workings of the restaurant is always fascinating - and that is where Mike Haracz comes in.

Advert

Haracz is a former McDonald's chef and also held the title of Manager of Culinary Innovation for the US menu for four years.

Mike  Haracz has revealed what he would and wouldn’t recommend when it comes to ordering at McDonald's. (Jam Press/@chefmikeharacz)
Mike Haracz has revealed what he would and wouldn’t recommend when it comes to ordering at McDonald's. (Jam Press/@chefmikeharacz)

So, when he takes to social media many people are curious about what he thinks.

Haracz has previously given explanations about why McDonald’s ketchup tastes so distinct and has debunked theories about the chain.

Advert

Most recently, he has told his fans what he would and wouldn’t recommend when it comes to ordering.

He says he wouldn't order the iconic bagel breakfast sandwich as it is and would switch the standard folded egg to either a round egg or the scrambled option.

And timing, according to Haracz, is everything.

He explained: “I feel like the folded egg used on their breakfast sandwiches tends to be dry and lack flavor.

Advert

“And the new bun is not as good as it used to be, so I would recommend asking for it steamed for a better burger experience."

Haracz did clarify that his advice was based on ‘personal taste preference’, however. He reiterated there is nothing to avoid from a food safety perspective.

But if you are looking for a great order, Haracz has got you covered with a classic.

Haracz has lifted the lid on the fast food chain's 'secrets'. (Jam Press/@chefmikeharacz)
Haracz has lifted the lid on the fast food chain's 'secrets'. (Jam Press/@chefmikeharacz)

Advert

He said: “The best option is the quarter pounder with cheese, but you need to eat it within a few minutes of being served to know the difference.

“The US has switched to cooking fresh beef to order for quarter pounders.

“If you wait too long to eat it, all of the quality improvements are lost and it tastes the way that it used to.”

And I'd take his word on this, there's nothing worse than a lukewarm McDonald’s burger.

Advert

During his time working at McDonald’s, Haracz would conduct sensory and quality testing on products and ingredients so the man likely knows a thing or two about the best way to get your McMeal on.

Featured Image Credit: Jam Press/@chefmikeharacz

Topics: Food and Drink, McDonalds

Gerrard Kaonga
Gerrard Kaonga

Gerrard is a Journalist at UNILAD and has dived headfirst into covering everything from breaking global stories to trending entertainment news. He has a bachelors in English Literature from Brunel University and has written across a number of different national and international publications. Most notably the Financial Times, Daily Express, Evening Standard and Newsweek.

Advert

Advert

Advert

Choose your content:

5 hours ago
7 hours ago
8 hours ago
9 hours ago
  • 5 hours ago

    Diddy denied bail after being found guilty on 2 out of 5 counts in sex trafficking and prostitution case

    Diddy has been denied bail after being found guilty on two of five charges he was facing

    News
  • 7 hours ago

    Donald Trump makes shocking threat he wants to deport US citizens and people are stunned

    Donald Trump has made a threat to deport US citizens following the opening of a migrant centre in Florida

    News
  • 8 hours ago

    Bryan Kohberger speaks for first time in court admitting to how he brutally murdered four Idaho students

    The Idaho murder suspect has spoken out following the brutal murders of four students in 2022

    News
  • 9 hours ago

    Former prosecutor explains why Diddy was found not guilty on 3 out of 5 counts in sex trafficking and prostitution case

    A legal expert has shared his thoughts about why Sean 'Diddy' Combs has been found not guilty of three counts

    News
  • Fast food workers explain horrifying reason why you should never order ice in your drink
  • Expert reveals what to order at McDonald's if you're trying to lose weight but not everyone agrees
  • Former McDonald’s chef explains why they don’t have access to knives in their kitchens
  • Former McDonald's chef reveals the orders staff don't want you to make