Woman shocks social media after revealing the surprising 'secret' ingredient behind Macca's sweet 'n' sour sauce
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We all know that when it comes to fast food, we're not really eating the healthiest of meals. We're usually well aware that the chicken nuggets we love so much probably aren't made of 100% pure chicken meat, and that those thick shakes are loaded with sugar.
But even though we go into our favourite fast food joints with our eyes wide open, there are still some things that can come as a surprise.
Case in point: one woman's recent revelation about McDonald's iconic sweet 'n' sour sauce. In a TikTok video, the UK-based user claimed she was shocked to learn what the main ingredient in the popular condiment actually is – apricot. Yes, you read that correctly. Apricot!
'McDonald’s sweet ’n’ sour sauce – am I the only one that didn’t know what fruit it was made of until today?' she asked in her video.
The woman's claim was later confirmed by the official website of McDonald's Australia.
The ingredients are listed as 'apricot or peach blended with spicy flavours including Worcestershire, vinegar and mustard,' giving credence to the fact that some of our favourite sauces may have very surprising mixes of ingredients.
The video has made the rounds on social media, capturing the attention of more than 380.000 viewers.
Several users expressed their shock at the woman's revelation.
'I said mango SO confidently. I had no idea that it was even a fruit,' commented one user.
Another agreed and added: 'Our favourite sauce and the worst fruit.'
A third chimed in: 'I would like to know why you would shatter my world view like that. Explain, please. Thank you.'
However, not everyone was surprised by the woman's claim, with some claiming that they have long known that the sauce contained apricots.
One person pointed out: 'It literally tastes like apricot. I mean I knew, but I thought it was obvious.'
Meanwhile, one individual who claims to prepare the sauce themselves offered a completely different recipe.
'I make it from scratch using tomato sauce, pineapple juice and balsamic vinegar. Never used apricot,' they claimed.
Key Takeaways
A woman has shocked social media by revealing the surprise key ingredient that is in a popular condiment from fast food giant Macca’s.
Social media users had a mixed reaction to the news, with some revealing they believed it was obvious.
The most popular guess for the fruity ingredient among commenters was pineapple.
There's no denying that while the iconic condiment perfectly complements Macca's chicken nuggets, the sauce contains ingredients that may not be suitable for our dietary requirements. So, for our members who are looking to make the sauce themselves, we recommend checking out the recipe below.
Copycat McDonald's Sweet and Sour Sauce Recipe
Courtesy of Todd Wilbur at Top Secret Recipes.
INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup peach preserves
1/4 cup apricot preserves
2 tbsp light corn syrup
5 tsp white vinegar
1 1/2 tsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp yellow mustard
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp water
METHOD
1. In a food processor or blender, combine all the ingredients (apart from the water) and puree until the mixture is smooth.
2. Place a small pot over medium heat and add the mixture.
3. Stir the ingredients, then add the water and bring it to a boil.
4. Boil it for five minutes, stirring frequently.
5. Remove the sauce from the heat after it has thickened, then allow it to cool. The sauce should be kept in the refrigerator in a closed container.
Source: Todd Wilbur's Top Secret Recipes
So, there you have it, folks! Are you shocked to find out that this popular condiment contains apricots? Better yet, what's your favourite chicken nugget sauce? Share it with us in the comments below!
But even though we go into our favourite fast food joints with our eyes wide open, there are still some things that can come as a surprise.
Case in point: one woman's recent revelation about McDonald's iconic sweet 'n' sour sauce. In a TikTok video, the UK-based user claimed she was shocked to learn what the main ingredient in the popular condiment actually is – apricot. Yes, you read that correctly. Apricot!
'McDonald’s sweet ’n’ sour sauce – am I the only one that didn’t know what fruit it was made of until today?' she asked in her video.
The woman's claim was later confirmed by the official website of McDonald's Australia.
The ingredients are listed as 'apricot or peach blended with spicy flavours including Worcestershire, vinegar and mustard,' giving credence to the fact that some of our favourite sauces may have very surprising mixes of ingredients.
The video has made the rounds on social media, capturing the attention of more than 380.000 viewers.
Several users expressed their shock at the woman's revelation.
'I said mango SO confidently. I had no idea that it was even a fruit,' commented one user.
Another agreed and added: 'Our favourite sauce and the worst fruit.'
A third chimed in: 'I would like to know why you would shatter my world view like that. Explain, please. Thank you.'
The sweet 'n' sour sauce is a popular condiment among Macca’s fans. Credit: McDonald’s Australia.
However, not everyone was surprised by the woman's claim, with some claiming that they have long known that the sauce contained apricots.
One person pointed out: 'It literally tastes like apricot. I mean I knew, but I thought it was obvious.'
Meanwhile, one individual who claims to prepare the sauce themselves offered a completely different recipe.
'I make it from scratch using tomato sauce, pineapple juice and balsamic vinegar. Never used apricot,' they claimed.
Key Takeaways
A woman has shocked social media by revealing the surprise key ingredient that is in a popular condiment from fast food giant Macca’s.
Social media users had a mixed reaction to the news, with some revealing they believed it was obvious.
The most popular guess for the fruity ingredient among commenters was pineapple.
There's no denying that while the iconic condiment perfectly complements Macca's chicken nuggets, the sauce contains ingredients that may not be suitable for our dietary requirements. So, for our members who are looking to make the sauce themselves, we recommend checking out the recipe below.
Copycat McDonald's Sweet and Sour Sauce Recipe
Courtesy of Todd Wilbur at Top Secret Recipes.
INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup peach preserves
1/4 cup apricot preserves
2 tbsp light corn syrup
5 tsp white vinegar
1 1/2 tsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp yellow mustard
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp water
METHOD
1. In a food processor or blender, combine all the ingredients (apart from the water) and puree until the mixture is smooth.
2. Place a small pot over medium heat and add the mixture.
3. Stir the ingredients, then add the water and bring it to a boil.
4. Boil it for five minutes, stirring frequently.
5. Remove the sauce from the heat after it has thickened, then allow it to cool. The sauce should be kept in the refrigerator in a closed container.
Source: Todd Wilbur's Top Secret Recipes
So, there you have it, folks! Are you shocked to find out that this popular condiment contains apricots? Better yet, what's your favourite chicken nugget sauce? Share it with us in the comments below!
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