Herring Mega Review | Canned Fish Files Ep. 133

[@xepturate]

Was diagnosed with B cell lymphoma a few months ago at age 26 and i wasn’t able to get outta bed, i found this channel and it helped distract me, 2 rounds of chemo outta 6 and they said the cancer is 95% gone, I can walk now and feel almost back to normal but im still watching, canned fish are amazing

[@DaleWinarski]

sardines and canned fish in general are fucking amazing. more people need to figure this shit out.

[@radiofreeacab]

Stay fighting 💪❤

[@johndayan7126]

Canned fish are great for your health friend. Stay strong and keep moving forward! Very best wishes.

[@xepturate]

@@radiofreeacab thanks, I was worried at first but now I see the light at the end of the tunnel and I think I’ll be good

[@xepturate]

@@johndayan7126 thanks, just bought some cans of king oscar kipper snacks, salmon in olive oil, and vigo jumbo squid

[@psy__guy__9884]

I hate fish but this channel still convinced me to try canned fish. Got two different kinds, hated them both. Still a faithful viewer lolol

[@sereenaaa7924]

Try the fish wife fly by jing salmon on top of some Alfredo or something or hot white rice

[@allesindwillkommen]

I'm not even sure how someone ends up hating fish. It can actually have so many different flavors, depending on the kind of fish, how it was prepared, whether it's fresh or preserved and so on. Is it because someone wasn't exposed to fish enough as they grew up or did they have a traumatic life experience eating fish?

[@Brew-doo]

I'm still trying to get into deenz. I have a can of Nuri I'm trying to work up the courage to try. Kipper snacks are pretty tasty though if you like smoked fish. Kind of a poor man's smoked salmon.

[@RC-qf3mp]

Fish poser.

[@allesindwillkommen]

Just my opinion, but if you really hate fish, you probably shouldn't start getting accustomed to it with the help of canned food. Fish in a can often has a stronger flavor and some "preserved" taste that is unique in its own way. Just try some fresh fish first that is baked or fried from a good restaurant of your choice. I guess something like fried or baked cod or pollock filet would be a good first try as they are pretty mild in flavor. Believe it or not, some generic frozen supermarket fish filets have almost no flavor at all, like a generic chicken breast. That's another reason why I'm not quite sure how you can "hate fish" in general if some of it just tastes like nothing.

[@theREALdingusMD]

When the tin opens, and the beat drops. I know exactly what I’m doing here.

[@JC-ji1hp]

Matt eats fish, spicy sauce, and natto regularly. Dudes heart won’t stop beating even after he’s dead.

[@eliottwiener6533]

Wasn't sure if you were aware, but Crown Prince Natural is their "premium" product line. The normal Crown Prince kippers have 350mg sodium vs 70mg for the Natural.

[@ADreadedShadowGaming]

Brunswick kippered Herring was what I ate while I was homeless, my dad always ate them as a snack when his paychecks were good, I ate them to survive. A year and a half later, youtube is probably recommending this because I was talking about these the other day. Algorithms are strange, but Brunswick Herring isn't. A tin of that in the park while I read a book before work. Now I eat it as a snack.

[@minutemaidification]

🙏🏿 bless up I know the struggle brother

[@Del-Lebo]

OMG!!! I just got hit with a recipe idea! Being a 58 year old Cuban American, I had an inspiration. One of our struggle meals was this but very much simpler with just the cheapest sardines. Take out the Pampa smoked herring. Then put the oil in pot...add however much chopped onion. Then put some salt and pepper (if needed) And add 1.5 - 2.0 cups of water. Bring to boil. Put 1 cup of good rice in. Turn to low, cover tightly and let cook for 15 minutes. Turn off heat and let sit. Then Fry egg sunny side up to over easy. Put rice in bowl, crumble herring over top, add egg. Add what ever the heck you want from seaweed to hot sauce...and enjoy!!! Gonna do it when I go to mamita's house this week. (I take care of her ...early stage dementia). Sorry for the book! 🤪💞💗

[@magickmarck]

Sounds great thanks

[@kw5573]

I loved the "book" take good care of your momma. ❤

[@Del-Lebo]

@@kw5573 thank you too 🥰👍

[@jaminson2855]

It's an absurd concept: being utterly captivated by a canned fish review. Yet, here I am, enthralled by your unique brand of culinary exploration. Your ability to transform the mundane into something mesmerizing is truly extraordinary. In a world saturated with fast-paced, shock-value content, your videos offer a refreshing oasis of calm and thoughtful commentary. Your demeanor is both endearing and compelling, drawing us into your world of tinned treasures. The meticulous attention to detail in your production, from the visual aesthetics to the audio soundscape, creates an immersive experience that keeps us coming back for more. It's a testament to your talent that you've managed to cultivate such a dedicated following for a niche as unconventional as yours. Your enthusiasm is infectious, and it’s clear you have a genuine passion for your craft. Thank you for sharing your world with us; it’s a truly special corner of the internet.

[@MossTunic]

your comment is so wonderful i took a screenshot to share with my partner :^) a love for life & all the dazzling little beauties is always special. you being able to see the wonder of matt also means there's that same kind of wonder in you, as in, you're just as special & wonderful & i hope you know that ☺️ love is a thread connecting us all together, some people fight it, some people feel like they lost theirs, but you being drawn in is just you following that thread! idk if that makes sense, i hope it means something. whatever the case, i hope you have a nice day :^)

[@whoever79]

Okay Patrick Bateman

[@eudaemxnia2481]

Pro tip: if you put the Brunswick "sardine" filets on a cracked pepper trisquit it tastes like heavily spiced Louisiana fried catfish 👍👍👍

[@swaggythecat]

King Oscar Kipper snacks for life.

[@britinmadrid]

Matt's like a molecule - the higher the temperature, the more he moves! Thanks for another great video in such a short time!

[@glennquagmire1747]

Love smoked herring on fresh roll with frosted mug of cold beer, a match made in heaven 😋

[@Alphacheesehunter]

You are a human of class, dignity, and wisdom.

[@Brew-doo]

What kind of roll we talking here? Potato? Rye? Dinner?

[@Alphacheesehunter]

@@Brew-doo I eat them with any bready substance, honestly. Well, except the dessert ones. That would be like dipping pizza in clam chowder. Weird.

[@Del-Lebo]

I dip the open part of the roll in the oily brine a bit before I load it up! I agree! Cold beer, kippers and a nice crusty roll!!!

[@YoghTato]

@@Alphacheesehuntercheese pizza with clam chowder if the chowder is made fresh is amazing dude, try it out. Rather than dip, just take a bite of each in the same mouthful. You won't regret it

[@TheDkbohde]

Brother. When I say I appreciate what you do I need you to understand me. This is my favorite KZbin. This is the knowledge I need to be the best father to my sons I can be.

[@chicanohek]

Love!😊

[@DankLungs]

I got diagnosed with stage 4 ewings sarcoma and iv been watching him and eating fish since, hes helping me cure myself, i swere ❤

[@bloodgoat]

As a father, I can agree with most of the opinions about these wonderful, wholesome snacks. It’s good for you muscles, as well as your brain, young man!

[@chriscalon8913]

I love your fish musings dude. Trying to get in the heads of fish is hilarious.

[@bocajred11]

The most fascinating thing about your videos is your chop stick skills.

[@kchastain3]

Never thought in a million years I would buy canned herring at the grocery store, but here I am adding it to the list.

[@JuryDutySummons]

lol me too!

[@David35445]

The Brunswick plant (the original one) is only 30 minutes from my home. Seeing those kipper snacks made my mouth water. We only ever had Brunswick tinned fish, there were no other options. Love them to this day, salt and all.

[@DanteAlahandro]

The best funny people don't even try. My favorite canned fish channel!

[@artawhirler]

You mean there's others??

[@JaegerDives]

I just finished a can of King Oscar Kipper Snacks for lunch, and then Poof! your video came up. This was a great run-thru. Thanks for the time and effort. For me, King Oscar rocks: cost, flavor, texture.. I just bought a 12-pack for $30USD on the Zon which comes out to $2.50 a can. Herring, sardines and mackerel and canned salmon are staples of my diet.

[@fizixx]

Well, I learned a new word today, which has transmogrified me to a new plane. Thank you Mr. Carlson.

[@jarrett123]

A reference to a classic from Calvin and Hobbes

[@giuseppelogiurato5718]

​@@jarrett123 well, it was a word before Bill Waterson used it, but yes Calvin and Hobbs is a classic!

[@giuseppelogiurato5718]

Technically, one couldn't "transmogrify" *to* a new plane; however, one could (theoretically) transmogrify *into* "a plane". 😯➡️✈️

[@fizixx]

@@giuseppelogiurato5718 Yes, of course, but thanks for the edification anyway.

[@Sugoidoll]

xmog

[@loveisall5520]

Ramson is related if not another word for 'ramps'. In Appalachia and some parts of the South, ramps are picked wild for salads, giving a garlicky, onion-y flavor to salads.

[@jacobstratton6414]

I’ve never had canned fish (other than tuna), but I’ve been watching this channel for months. Soon I’ll work up the courage to try them

[@lorenamcgovern]

That's what I'm trying to do

[@chrisbritton2425]

Bought my first can the other day. Haven’t opened it yet.Building up to it.

[@lorenamcgovern]

@@chrisbritton2425 I finally ate one bite after a year of trying to get the courage. It wasn't bad, but I gave the rest to the cat. Will try two bites next time lol

[@columboscandela]

Peppered Polars are my personal favorite - but the KOs from this list are my close second.

[@ILuvRum]

A favorite Breakfast of mine, Kipper snacks in scrambled eggs

[@Del-Lebo]

I always add some diced onion to the scramble! YUM!

[@mountainclawoutdoors]

Hmm, sounds good

[@virtualcrimes]

matthew carlson cured my depression

[@chicanohek]

I love this channel. This is why KZbin exists!

[@FishareFriendsNotFood972]

10:05 That was one heck of a close up, lol. I appreciate the little filming quirks

[@ILuvRum]

You should try the "Polar" brand sold at Wal Mart, they are from Germany and come in two varieties a thicker can with a "whole fish and a thinner yellow can with fillets similar to the KOs.

[@scotmhead]

Kipper snacks are the bacon of the tinned fish world, so delicious!

[@mrse7en622]

Not a huge fish eater but for some reason your videos make me want to try this stuff.

[@katliker7541]

WOOO WE'RE EATING GOOD TODAY

[@RobBobIII]

The Brunswick Gold Smoke kippers are a staple in my life ❤

[@mountainclawoutdoors]

The Best Yes yes

[@redpointt]

The gold smoke sardines o theirs too are so good!

[@mushroomsamba82]

Brunswick boneless butterflied are my go to. The solid and flaky texture is really nice and consistent I've haven't had a mushy can of them yet.

[@RC-qf3mp]

What do you have against bones?

[@BriarLeaf00]

Im a huge, huge fan of canned fish (my favorite being cod livers) yet my favorite herring moment was getting some fresh in Amsterdam in a bun with chopped onions. Just straight up raw herring in a bun with onion, delicious. We were there during herring season, so it was fresh, whereas in other times of the year it would be pickled, smoked, etc.

[@Andrew_Erickson]

Polar makes a cheap kipper that I actually prefer to the spendier cans.

[@johnransone7416]

Fish Bacon 😋

[@cr4zyj4ck]

The fish thats actually smoked, like the King Oscar or Crown Prince, seems more tightly packed in the can because it doesnt shrink as much during canning. Fish release a lot of water when the tins are sealed in the pressure cooker, and smoking the fish does slightly dehydrate them, so theres less water and less shrinkage. The fish that arent smoked always shrink a little more, because they naturally contain more water.

[@sourwes0001]

I really like the Golden Smoked Kippers, the smoke flavor is right on point.

[@britinmadrid]

Smoke is the key!

[@DaleWinarski]

@@britinmadrid no, my cat is the key. his name is Smokey though.

[@ZippoMann]

Same

[@mountainclawoutdoors]

Brunswick Golden Smoked Yes, Yes,Yes Favorites OMG

[@Your-Least-Favorite-Stranger]

​@@DaleWinarskimy neighbor has an outside cat named Smokey. He lives on our porch because he loves people but they never let him inside (except in winter); we'd adopt him but he's very much an outside cat and we have dogs who aren't overly fond of him. He's a sweet lil guy, just finicky

[@xRedXLV]

Stumbled across this channel last night. I havnt had sardines before but I found myself buying a good 4 pack of King Oscar’s. Had two cans for lunch. Delicious.

[@chrish4640]

This guy is awesome. A hidden gem of a channel

[@CorruptedDogg]

Brunswick is a Canadian staple. They're very common and cheap brand. You can get these cans at the dollar store. Here, they're sold as sardines and not herring, because the department of fisheries allows them to sell them as sardines and obviously because North Atlantic herring is what they fish in NB.

[@henlets6029]

These videos are like hypnotism

[@1977mrjeff]

Trader Joe’s had an excellent one in a green can that was product of Germany. Naturally smoked. I haven’t seen it in about year. Hope they bring it back someday.

[@crabwalk7773]

Matt, I admire your editing skills.

[@AsclepiusDream]

Very cool vid. I've been eating canned fish with my father since I was a child. It was always an experience when he would bring the occasional can home so we could try something different. Even now as an adult, it's a fun experience going to the canned fish section of my grocery store to look for something new. When consuming sardines, it's not just about the food. It's about the ritual.

[@sereenaaa7924]

I love herring I was waiting for this!!!I ordered my first tin this morning after watching your king Oscar video omg

[@FIRTHDESIGN]

I’ve always eaten the Crown Prince Kipper Snacks with just a sprinkle of salt. So I boost the sodium a little lol. Learned that from my dad.

[@Finicheti]

Those New Brunswick boneless butterflied ones are some of my favorites

[@Hobbinski]

You are the Jeff Goldblum of canned fish.

[@greensombrero3641]

Herrings and ice cold vodka - match made in Poland

[@DragongodZenos]

I love seeing hyper specific channels like this. its so interesting seeing a snapshot of a fandom/culture which revolves around an aspect of life i find so mundane. unironically went and got the can of tuna in oil i had in the cupboard i use for salad to eat along as i watched.

[@Goremonger2]

Polar herring filet in spices and brine, drain the brine. Toast sourdough buttered and cheesed. Add the fish after bread is toasted and add the herring back in oven on broil to heat. Great samdwich!

[@TomJakobW]

This really is a dad’s dinner; my dad scarfs these down almost every other day😅 Although ones with a marinade/sauce, most often mustard or tomato/paprika.

[@kanepedersen5970]

Man that Pampa flip was GORGEOUS.

[@ifungi4935]

There is a reason one is the KING. stay down there lil prince, you'll get there one day.

[@catboywrongs]

so happy the algorithm sent me here, where i can pass on that canned herring instead of spam in a musubi is truly undefeated

[@josephmunch724]

For the last few years I’ve been making tuna salad with two cans of tuna in water (drained) with one tin of sardines (mostly drained). When it’s all mixed with the mayo and whatever else you like, you can’t tell they’re in there, other than imparting an extra flavor profile. Anyway, one of your videos just popped up, so I gave a watch. Excellent stuff, well reviewed, subscribed!

[@mmmako]

I always hear that Brunswick's golden smoked style are properly smoked unlike kippered style which is fake smoke. Maybe worth a try.

[@minamur]

the brunswick golden smoked was my goto kipper until i gave king oscar a shot

[@RobBobIII]

Can confirm that the gold smokes are the winner of the Brunswicks

[@Uber_Markus]

That design on the second can is tartan.

[@andrewince6612]

I always enjoy your videos - thanks for showing some love to herring. Kipper snacks have always been part of my canned fish rotation because they’re so delicious. KO has been a favorite of mine for years though Polar may be just as good in my opinion.

[@seankessel3867]

Your music sounds like the Greasy Strangler soundtrack. And I mean that in the most respectful way possible.

[@geneard639]

That Fangst looks AWESOME!

[@buckbumble7916]

idk how or why but your reviews are healing my tattered soul, keep up the great work.

[@Guts3570]

Ive had a lot of brunswick kipper snacks, and man those ones that are actually smoked look so much better

[@rainsoakedpuppy]

MW Polar makes a canned smoked herring that, as far as I know, are naturally smoked. The skin has a similar texture to the Fangst, and the flesh is pretty firm. They're different than the kipper snacks that they sell too, in a big brown can instead of the kipper snacks' yellow one.

[@trunglam6012]

I don't know why this was the first time I've seen one of your videos but I love it. Great video! 133 episodes amazing. I know what I'm doing this weekend!

[@deelanders6132]

Shout out to this channel. I don't do fish. Fried, sushi, ceviche. Not my bag. This channel gave me confidence to try sardines.

[@TheBoshy]

I love seeing that bright blue MSC lgo.

[@DschlangoeTheMighty]

Currently eating a can of Nuri's i got from rainbow tomato garden in one of their beginner boxes, these are genuinely really tasty. I'm really glad i found this channel, i probably would've avoided tinned fish other than store bought tuna forever without finding it.

[@HUNTERS_CRACKPIPE]

The Brunswick's in oil are fantastic!

[@blksheep176]

I aspire to have this passion for something in my life. I wonder if he embraces all of life with this curious enthusiasm or does canned seafood just get him going?

[@davidhughes4089]

You're saying he has a "Can Do" attitude then 😂

[@blksheep176]

@@davidhughes4089 W dad joke

[@marafolse8347]

Seems like it's everything! He's got a great video about the social dynamics of walking in New York

[@refusist]

had to go open my kippers watching this. so good

[@featheredserpentofthewest2049]

This channel is so amazing! I just saw this video randomnly in my feed.

[@intractablemaskvpmGy]

I ate a lot of the Crown Prince at 78 cents a can while getting a degree 20 years ago. They're double that now but still at that affordable type price point. Perfect accompaniment to a bowl of sushi rice, some canned corn and sriracha. Soy sauce too but this can be a little salty. Considering the short ingredient lists on these cans they are a sustainable healthy option that many, without once trying, turn their nose up at

[@caman225]

The crown prince kipper snacks is one of my favorites

[@wmp3346]

Brunswick is my favorite 💙, has a can of fillets yesterday 👍with cherry tomatoes and an avocado 🥑

[@chuckhiccox8086]

We eat canned sardines or mackerel when out backpacking, awesome trail food!👍👍

[@MonicaandJoe]

Just tried herring for the first time. It was smoked and great!

[@brianlocal3]

why am i watching this? i mean i have been eating kippers my entire life and love them: i tear up some sardines. and i love canned chub mackerels…. but why watch this.. keep it up!!!

[@markiangooley]

The Herring Horde, arise! (From a tongue-in-cheek song about herring attacking the land, only to find themselves being eaten.)

[@simonagree4070]

'...and the little fishies go: de-de-dee de-de-dee de de-de-dee... hey, babe, take a swim on the wild side' I went out and bought a bottle of liquid smoke so I can play around with my canned fish. That stuff that mystified you is wild garlic, says so right on the can. Might be the same as ramps, dunno. I'd love to see a feature on grilled freshwater eels in sauce. I've had them in Japanese restaurants, and seen them frozen in Japanese markets. My favorite fish. Expensive.

[@Daulef]

Hey man, I'd love to hear more of those bubbly background acid grooves you've got going on up in the audiotrack, cheers.

[@chinois335]

Ramson is a seasoning, wild garlic.

[@incorrectbeans]

Got a favorite Pinball machine? Mine is Williams' Medieval Madness. But there might be some nostalgia involved.

[@minutemaidification]

Indiana Jones Pinball (came out after crystal skull) The multiball from the ark goes hard

[@geneard639]

I know where Herring is rushing off to when they get caught! Their next class! Because they're in a School! HAHAHAH! Batman's Riddler taught me that! And Herring same as Sardines are in schools for a few reasons, Safety is #1, Breeding is #2 and Feeding is #3.

[@DaleWinarski]

I agree with you, just for the Halibut.

[@kegaran2365]

I do a lot of canned fish, I've found that Brunswick cans vary quite a bit in quality, the golden smoked variety of them are actually really nice on toast with some cheese, but they really do seem to vary a bit can to can, on the plus side, very cheap!

[@lucajack007]

Watched the whole video, why is this so entertaining i haven't figured it out yet... Probably the commentary

[@quesoblanco444]

Cool! I have been trying kipper snacks this past week. So far, my least hated favorite smoked herring has been the Polar with pepper.

[@urvermin2682]

6:07 wow.. 3 open cans at once in the frame is just such a beautiful sight. sensory overload, i've reached nirvana

[@bobertlazy7600]

This channel gives me hope! Thank you!

[@A1i3N337]

dude Im from the midwest USA. I don't know shit about fish except small and largemouth bass, which I don't eat. Thank you SO MUCH for this information, and your way of delivering information (EG: your explanation of Kipper snacks) is so useful for me.

[@dabird54]

Heating up the cans on the stove releases a delightful odor and enhances the eating experience. Can't beat a can of kipper snacks

[@skriclee]

the King Oscar definitely looks the most appealing imo

[@MapleTreeatdawn]

Thank you for going over kippers.🐟

[@GreenEagleVR]

He’s raw dogging these cans and I’m 100% here for it

[@probablynotdad6553]

The Brunswick and King Oscar ones are pretty good, Polar are also okay. Think I'd pick Brunswick or Oscar before Polar.

[@Del-Lebo]

After smoked trout in a tin, kippered herring are a very high second place. (I eat it more often because it is at least half price. Great with a bagel with cream cheese and onion or crackers with onion. Just found you channel and subbed and hit that bell! Thank you for your service!

[@silentnode946]

This is a video I totally wanted you to make. Not sure if they'reavailable near you, but my personal goto is the can from "John West" "Naturally Smoked Kipper Filets".

[@jif.6821]

RAMSON is a broad-leaved garlic (Allium ursinum) common in European gardens.