Welcome to the golden arches of McDonald’s, a fast-food empire that has captured the hearts (and appetites) of people all over the world. From the iconic Big Mac to the mouthwatering Chicken McNuggets, McDonald’s has long been a go-to destination for those seeking a quick and delicious meal. But did you know that beyond the classics, McDonald’s offers an array of unique menu items that are exclusive to different countries? These delectable delights showcase the diversity and creativity of McDonald’s culinary ventures across the globe; from “Breakfast Burgers” in New Zealand to Unique Taro Pie desserts in China and Hong Kong. Curious what you can order in a Happy Meal abroad? Prepare to embark on a gastronomic journey as we explore five extraordinary menu items that will leave you craving for more.
New Zealand’s Big Brekkie Beef Burger Is Your Perfect “Breakfast Burger”
How cool would it be if you could start every day with a hearty serving of a delicious burger? While it is still a dream for many of us, New Zealanders can enjoy it at their local McDonald’s outlet every day!
Apart from the patty, you can expect an entire breakfast tray stuffed between two burger buns in Big Brekkie Beef Burger. From bacon and eggs to cheese and hashbrowns, you’ll get everything you need in one bite.
Japan’s Purple McShake That Looks Sweet But Tastes Savory
Although it was a limited-time menu item, Japan’s Purple McShake has to be on the list of one of the most unique and popular food items featured on the McDonald’s menu.
Although you might assume it tastes sweet and “candy-like” from its looks, it was actually made from a Japanese variant of a purple sweet potato that had a savory flavor.
Malaysia’s Bubur Ayam McD Is A Tribute To Traditional Malaysian Cuisine
One of the many reasons why McDonald’s is such a popular fast food chain worldwide is that they know how to win over their customers by paying homage to their local recipes while introducing their own twist to them.
Take the Bubuy Ayam McD for an example. McDonald’s decided to throw in a bunch of ingredients like chicken strips, ginger, onion, and chilies into the traditional Malay dish to give it a new depth of flavor which the locals appreciated.
In The Philippines You Can Even Get McSpaghetti
One of the weirdest food items you’ll find on any McDonald’s menu is the McSpaghetti! When McDonald’s tried introducing spaghetti on their American menus, the product was unsuccessful. However, it was a hit in the Philippines!
McSpaghetti is just what you’d expect from a serving of Italian spaghetti; al dente spaghetti, tomato sauce, shredded cheese, and pieces of sausage. We can say it’s a cheap 5-minute tour of Italian cuisine for the Filipinos!
Finland’s Nordic Chicken Salad Tastes More Like Mustard Than Chicken
Probably the last thing you’d want to order in a fast food restaurant is a salad! However, Finland’s Nordic Chicken Salad is a popular menu item that you’ll find exclusively in Finnish McDonald’s outlets.
The base of the dish contains chicken, lentils, kale, and cabbage. You might expect it to taste heavenly given its popularity, but most customers find this dish either too “mustardy” or not delicious at the very least.
