15 Must-Try McDonald’s Menu Items From Around The World!

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No matter where you go, there’s always one thing that reminds you of home: McDonald’s. What started as an All-American joint has now transformed the lives of people worldwide. McDonald’s isn’t just a fast food joint, it’s a culture.

While items like the Big Mac and McFlurry are constants across all their outlets, the chain also tailors to local tastes.

From special burgers to quirky desserts and even soup, here are 15 must-try items on McDonald’s international menu.

1. Hong Kong – Sausage and Egg Twisty Pasta

A twist on a favorite local dish, the Twisty Pasta is perfect for warming the soul. Choose from a variety of flavors ranging from Sausage N’ Egg to Mixed Veggies and Egg.

Sausage and Egg Twisty Pasta is available at all Hong Kong and Macau outlets during breakfast hours.

2. South Korea – Oreo Affogato

If you love coffee, this is the soft serve for you. The Oreo Affogato is what the name suggests, a shot of espresso poured over the classic soft serve with Oreo bits at the bottom.

Oreo Affogato is available on the dessert menu at all outlets in Korea.

If that’s not enough to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings, stop for delicious waffles at Waffle Monster, one of Korea’s most popular waffle places!

3. Japan – Shaka Chiki

Much like the Shaker Fries, we’re all so familiar with, this chicken cutlet from Japan works the same way. Just pour in the seasoning, and shake to coat your chicken cutlet! The chicken cutlet is available in 3 flavors: plain, cheddar cheese, and red pepper.

Shaka Chiki is available at all outlets in Japan.  

If you prefer digging into local food instead, head on a food tour and learn more about the country’s food culture.  

4. India – Chicken Maharaja Burger

 

Dubbed the tallest McDonald’s burger, the Chicken Maharaja is India’s version of the Big Mac. The burger also comes in a vegetarian-friendly version to target the large market of vegetarians.

The Chicken Maharaja is available at all outlets in India.

If you’re heading to India, make sure you squeeze in a guided tour of the stunning Taj Mahal, where you’ll learn more about the iconic UNESCO World Heritage site.

5. Thailand – Coconut Sticky Rice Pie

This treat puts a McDonald’s twist on a favorite Thai dessert: coconut sticky rice. If you’re not adventurous enough to try local street food, then this dessert is perfect for you.

Coconut Sticky Rice Pie is available at all outlets in Thailand for a limited time, while stocks last.

If you prefer sticking to local delights, try your hand at making your own local fare with a cooking class.

6. USA – Fruit and Maple Oatmeal

If you think McDonald’s only serves unhealthy fast food, think again! The chain serves two types of oatmeal, with or without brown sugar. If you’re looking for a healthier breakfast option, don’t forget to check this out.

Fruit and Maple Oatmeal is available at all outlets in the United States and Canada.

7. The UK – Cadbury Creme Egg McFlurry

If you’ve not heard the news already, McDonald’s is bringing back its Cadbury Creme Egg McFlurry just in time for Easter. With chunks of milk chocolate and the creamy filling of Cadbury Creme Eggs, this frozen treat is perfect for those with a sweet tooth.

Cadbury Creme Egg McFlurries are available at all Canada and Australia outlets until 1 April.

8. Mexico – McMollettes

The Mexican version of the McMuffin, these open-faced sandwiches are perfect for breakfast. English muffins topped with refried beans, cheese, and a little salsa, this breakfast is a must for those visiting Mexico.

McMollettes are available at all outlets in Mexico during breakfast hours.

9. China – Honey Chicken Rice Bowl

Rice is a staple in Asian cuisine, so it comes as no surprise that McDonald’s has put its own twist on it. Served with a sweet honey sauce, this rice bowl is perfect for those looking for a quick rice fix.

The Honey Chicken Rice bowl is available at all outlets in Mainland China.

Don’t forget to make a stop at Shanghai Disneyland where you’ll get to relive your childhood Disney dreams!

10. Norway – Chili Cheese Tops

Similar to the appetizer jalapeno poppers, these bite-sized treats are the perfect side to go with your burger. Filled with gooey melted cheese and chopped up chilies, this fried treat is perfect for those bored with the usual fries.

Chili Cheese Tops are available at all outlets in Norway.  

11. Singapore – Samurai Burger

A Singapore favorite, the Samurai Burger causes a McDonald’s frenzy when it’s back in stores. The burger comes in a beef and chicken version and is best served with its sidekick – the limited edition curly Twister fries.

The Samurai Burger is available at all outlets in Singapore and Malaysia typically from October to November every year.

12. Portugal – Peasant Soup

A specialty dish in Portugal, it’s no wonder McDonald’s added this to their menu in Portugal. A hearty soup made with kidney beans, ham, and pasta, this is perfect for those looking for something different.

Peasant Soup is available at all outlets in Portugal.

13. Canada – Poutine

A dish classic to Canada, McDonald’s twist on the dish was an instant hit. Essentially fries covered with gravy and cheese curds, this dish will win the hearts of those who love their famed fries.

Poutine is available at all outlets in Canada.

14. Australia – Ham and Cheese Pockets

If you’re looking for a simple breakfast, this Ham and Cheese pocket is perfect. Filled with gooey cheese and thin slices of ham, this is perfect a breakfast on-the-go.

Ham and Cheese Pockets can be found at all outlets in Australia during breakfast hours.

No plans after breakfast? Get your heart pumping with a climb up the breathtaking Sydney Harbour Bridge, one of the world’s longest bridge climbs.

15. Philippines – Chicken McDo with McSpaghetti

One of the oddest items McDonald’s has to offer, Chicken McDo and McSpaghetti is a strangely popular dish. Spaghetti served with slices of sausage and cheese, this item serves as a snack instead of the main dish.

The 10 Best Burger Joints in Bangkok, Thailand!

Thai food is one of the most delicious cuisines out there, but when the craving strikes for a good burger, Bangkok does not disappoint. From no-frills patties to the most gourmet burgers imaginable, check out these mouthwatering spots.

These “West Coast-style” gourmet burgers have perched comfortably at the top of “best burger” lists for years, with a choice of beef or pork patties drenched in sauces like teriyaki, spicy mayo, barbecue, or it's signature Thaiger sauce. The chef, Mark Falcioni, is an LA native who began cruising the signature red truck around Sukhumvit in 2013, quickly establishing a reputation and selling out his stock nearly every night. In 2016, Falcioni expanded his burger empire to include a permanent stand on Sukhumvit Soi 11, but the truck is still as active as ever. Hungry roamers can follow their schedule on Facebook.

Chef Poupée already has an impressive resume working in some of Bangkok’s top kitchens, and at just 27 years old, launched this burger joint serving up gourmet options all made in-house from scratch. Its signature burger is The Baddest, and artistic creation of chargrilled Angus beef with bacon, onion rings, Bearnaise sauce, and Gruyere cheese. To celebrate the city’s first scheduled Pride Parade, Bad Burger currently serves its burgers on optional rainbow buns for the ultimate Instagrammable feast.

Love customization? Look no further than the Bangkok branch of this US chain for the city’s best build-your-own burger menu. Pick from options of patties like ground sirloin, turkey, Kurobuta, yellowfin tuna, or veggie and from there, craft your signature palette with any add-ons you desire, like jalapeno bacon or caramelized onions. Then deck it out with your choice of 12 varieties of cheese and 15 kinds of sauce. It’s also open 24-hours a day to satisfy your burger cravings at any hour.

Channeling the vibe of an American dive bar, this joint offers some of the best of pub grub around. Its burger menu features classic staples along with some creative spins, like the Cream Cheese Burger or its Patti Melt. The owner hails from Wisconsin, the cheese capital of the US, so diners can expect the highest-quality imports from America’s Dairyland.

Disillusioned by the gourmet burger trend that’s hit Bangkok? Try out Beef & Shake for no-frills burgers made from premium, grass-fed Australian beef, with refreshingly simple options limited to “with cheese,” “with bacon,” or “double beef.” Vegetarians can get relief from the so-so bean patties popular around Bangkok burger joints and grab a crispy portobello mushroom burger.

This Thonglor haunt rose quickly in popularity because of its incredible decor and creative cocktail menu to match. The interior is dark and moody, with mazes of staircases that lead nowhere, secret doors, and enchanting knick-knacks have strewn about the factory-like space. Its food menu revolves around one item: the burger. Delicately constructed with either Australian beef or fish and stabbed with a steak knife, the signature dish is then served with a portion of steak fries.

This Ari hangout is popular for its rotating range of craft beers both on draft and by-the-bottle, but its burgers live up to the hype as well. Its patties are undeniably unique, made with ingredients like curry powder, milk, cheese, and honey and served on either traditional or charcoal buns.

The brainchild of several former members from Thailand’s national culinary team, this casual restaurant offers all of its burgers on house-made brioche buns and the culinary expertise in the kitchen doles out some creative dishes fit for any time of the day. Wake up with its Benedict Burger, combining poached eggs, Canadian ham, and hollandaise sauce, or go straight for lunch with its signature sliced beef burger doused in house sauce that’s been simmering for three days.

Another great Ari hangout, Paper Butter brilliantly incorporates the tastes of Thai cuisine into its burger menu for when you’re craving both. Try the Chiang Mai Spicy with either pork or beef tucked among onion rings and cheddar cheese and a spicy Thai herb-infused mayo. All burgers can be ordered on a sourdough charcoal bun, Challah butter bun, whole wheat bun, or naked.

Itching to try the Ramen Burger that’s been an Instagram darling this past year? Order pork or beef patties paired with all the Fixin's and tucked neatly into two pan-fried ramen “buns.” The Japanese-style fusion burgers are then topped with perfectly paired sauces like teriyaki or spicy mayo.

Chicken zinger burger |How to make KFC style chicken zinger burger at home!

Chicken zinger burger in KFC style with stepwise pictures and a detailed video. Zinger burger is one of the most famous burgers among fast-food lovers next to pizza. Every time when we visit shopping malls, we cannot resist the exotic smell of fried chicken from KFC and mc Donald outlets.

I got introduced to KFC after my marriage by B and yes it was love at first bite 😉and eventually, we all became fans of their fried chicken and burgers. I tried many times at home to bring that magic taste of chicken zinger burger and finally settled with this recipe after lots of research, trial and error. At last, I can say this is a foolproof recipe to bring 99% of that same taste providing all ingredients and steps followed.

Brining the chicken is important to get the correct texture of outside crispy and inside juicy fried chicken. Brining is nothing but marination for long hours in dry or liquid ingredients. Do not skip this bringing procedure as this gives the tenderness to the meat. Try to marinate a minimum for 1 or two hours, else the fried chicken will be hard inside the burger.

This recipe needs a few special ingredients for brining the chicken to achieve the exact taste. Also, I have mentioned alternate ingredients if you are not able to get those special items in your place. No worries still we can get the same taste. Chicken zinger burger |How to make KFC style chicken zinger burger at home

Prep Time

30 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Total Time

50 mins

Chicken zinger burger in KFC style with stepwise pictures and a detailed video. Prepare this by stuffing burger buns with fried chicken slice and mayonnaise.

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chicken zinger burger, KFC burger, KFC style chicken burger

Calories: 370 kcal

Author: Sangeetha

Ingredients

Ingredients:

• Chicken breast boneless slices - 4

To prepare brine(marination):

• 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
• ½ tsp mustard powder
• ¼ tsp cinnamon powder
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• 3 tsp soya sauce
• 1/4 cup water
• ½ tsp sugar
• ½ tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp pepper powder

To prepare flour coating:

• 2 tbsp cornflour
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour/maida
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp chili powder
• ¼ tsp pepper powder

To prepare dry crisp coating:

• 1 cup plain corn flakes
• 1 cup breadcrumbs

To fry:

• Flavorless oil(sunflower oil –enough to deep fry)

To make burger:

• 4 Burger buns
• 4-8 lettuce leaves
• 4 tbsp mayonnaise
• 4 tsp tomato ketchup

Alternate ingredients:

• If you are not able to collect the above mentioned special ingredients no worries, just use the following items instead of the above given:
• Mustard powder – dry grind 1 tsp of mustard seeds kadugu along with little turmeric powder
• Cinnamon powder- dry grind cinnamon stick or just you can omit this ingredient.
• Garlic powder – Use a tsp of garlic juice prepared by crushing/grinding and filtering fresh garlic pods.
• Onion powder – Use a tsp of onion juice prepared by crushing/grinding and filtering fresh onion.
• Corn flour – use rice flour
• Breadcrumbs – dry grind leftover/dried bread into powder.
• Lettuce leaves – you can skip this if you don’t want.
• Mayonnaise – Mayo gives the authentic taste of KFC burger. If you can’t get this in your place just manage with ketchup/tomato sauce on both the side spreads.
• I have used plain mayo here. If you like KFC special mayo just mix mayonnaise with little ketchup chili powder/sauce and oregano leaves and use as a spread.

Instructions

Recipe to make chicken zinger burger:

Marination/brining:

1. In a big bowl add ginger garlic paste.
2. Add all powders one by one, mustard powder, garlic powder, onion powder and cinnamon powder. Refer alternate ingredients list if you don’t have these items.
3. Mix soya sauce. Add water.
4. Mix everything together.
5. Add sugar.
6. Add chili powder, salt, and pepper powder. Mix well.
7. Our brine solution/marination is ready.
8. Soak the chicken breast boneless slices (cut slices to match bun size) into the liquid and coat well. Leave the marination aside for two hours.

Flour coating:

1. In a separate bowl, mix cornflour and all-purpose flour/maida.
2. Add chili powder, pepper, and salt.
3. Dry mix everything together, and keep aside.

Egg dip:

1. Beat two eggs separately in a bowl and keep aside.

Dry coating:

1. Give a quick grind to plain cornflakes and breadcrumbs. Do not grind into a fine powder. The texture should be more of grainy.
2. Use crush mode in a mixie or just put the corn flakes inside a clean dry plastic cover and roll few times with a roti rolling pin. And mix with bread crumbs (Refer alternate ingredients section to make this).
3. Spread this dry coating on a broad plate and keep ready.

How to fry the chicken slices:

1. In a broad pan, heat enough oil to deep fry the chicken slices.
2. Keep the bowls and plates in order such that, first marination bowl, second flour coating mix bowl, third egg dip bowl and at last dry coating plate. If you keep them in this order it is easy to fry.
3. When the oil is hot enough to fry, reduce the flame to medium.
4. Use a stainless steel tong as shown in the picture to lift a marinated piece and first dip it into the dry flour coating on both sides.
5. Next, lift it and dip into egg batter quickly.
6. And next put it in the dry coat spread. Apply the cornbread mix coat gently on both sides of the chicken. The coat should stick evenly on all the side.
7. You can gently tap out the extra grains.
8. Now place in the medium hot oil gently and leave undisturbed for 2 to 3 mins.
9. You can see the chicken roasted at the bottom side to golden brown color. And smell the nice aroma.
10. Now flip carefully to the other side and fry for few minutes.
11. Fry both sides evenly to golden brown color as shown.
12. Strain and keep aside in a plate.

How to assemble zinger burger:

1. Cut burger buns into halves as shown.
2. Toast them slightly in a Tawa for a minute.
3. Apply mayonnaise on the toasted side of the bottom piece of bun.
4. Apply tomato ketchup on the toasted side of the top bun.
5. Now place the fried chicken slice on top of mayo bun.
6. Place lettuce leaves.
7. On top of it, place the top piece of burger.
8. Yummy KFC style chicken zinger burger is ready.

Recipe Notes

Tips/notes: 1) Be careful not to over roast the chicken. Chicken should be fried as crispy outside and soft tender one inside. 2) To achieve this correct texture, the oil must be hot but not over hot and while frying keep the stove in medium heat.