Is the NEW Gardein Vegan Fish The Same As the Old? Let's Test! | Review and Taste Test

Gardein recently change their recipe for their vegan fish. It was already one of the best on the market, so today we're doing a comparison between the old and the new!
See what our thoughts are in this 100% honest review!
Have you tried this? Let us know!
❌ Allergens: Wheat, Soy.
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Ingredients: Water, Enriched Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Textured Vegetable Protein Product (Soy Protein Concentrate, Titanium Dioxide), Canola Oil, Less than 2% of: Potato Starch, Tapioca Starch, Salt, Methylcellulose, Yeast Extract, Degerminated Yellow Corn Flour, Wheat Gluten, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Leavening (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Monocalcium Phosphate), Sugar, Natural Flavors, Yeast, Paprika, Spices, Autolyzed Yeast Extract, DHA Algal Oil, Soy Flour, Xanthan Gum, Soybean Oil, Citric Acid, Turmeric, Rosemary Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate.
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[@lindsayhudkins9027]

Almost in every video you diss yourself (your brain is fuzzy or you don't think you are being articulate), but you are clearly intelligent and delightful. Thanks for the videos! I appreciate your research and the time you put into them.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Thanks for the feedback. Definitely not my intention but I can see how it could seem like that. It's always just actually comical because when the camera comes on, it's still so nervewracking even after doing this for years.

[@lindsayhudkins9027]

@@MakeItDairyFree Wasn't trying to be critical! I just thought - Girl, don't trash yourself. You are awesome!

[@ladyfashionsoul]

I miss the old products. I don’t love the ultimate line especially considering you get odd number pieces in them and the cost is so much higher.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

we always talk about the odd number!

[@malane8541]

I feel like a lot of the ultimate line is just firmer and all rlly similar, I think I don’t like that they’re all thicker/larger pieces

[@u2u4ic]

So sad the old ones will be gone! I LOVE them, and had also made the Long John Silvers comparison. I made my sushi with them, and they are the best!! Thank you for all of the information, it helps with the transition. Gardein prices have skyrocketed!

[@cydonia3167]

I have been buying these for the last month or so and I like them. Just wish they had more of a beer batter/pub style coating. On a side note, I just bought a new plant based calamari from Fresh Thyme and they were INCREDIBLE!!!

[@MakeItDairyFree]

We'll have to look for that!

[@malane8541]

I hatee that they replaced it with breadcrumbs it feels less similar to fish filets

[@BriannaFitness]

Me and my sister used to buy these as a treat for Fish & chips Friday (A common tradition in New Zealand) and then they disappeared from the supermarkets completely! NZ has a pretty depleted range of vegan foods, but I hope the new ones make an appearance soon, that would be cool 😊

[@MakeItDairyFree]

oh i hope you get them! In the mean time if you're feeling adventurous, here's our recipe: makeitdairyfree.com/vegan-fish-sandwich/

[@AliciaCatTaylor]

I just tried these! The older ones taste better just because they were battered, not breaded with crumbs.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

yea i really liked the old crust lol

[@thomasraven]

I think the switch to ultimate is entirely about making more money. I appreciate Gardein's products and I want the company to be healthy financially but this seems like a huge price leap for what's essentially the same product.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

I also think it has to do with the competition increasing with names that are "catchy". IMPOSSIBLE.....BEYOND.....Gardein couldn't rebrand their actual name so my money is on that they added ULTIMATE for that reason

[@Katorri]

palette cleansers, when you do multiple products, may help better distinguish taste

[@MakeItDairyFree]

depending on what we're trying, sometimes we do :)

[@shaunaburton7136]

I think ultimate means it can fight in a cage match.

[@tamcon72]

LOL!

[@MakeItDairyFree]

OMG LOL

[@Twintuitive717]

I’ve had these before. And I think you guys can dress up the product. Show it off as fish and chips. Do it as a fish sandwich. Great review/ but let’s see it work itself in a dish? Rather than reviewing vegan fish filets on a sheet pan.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Thanks for the feedback

[@avgc]

Thanks for the review! Didn’t even know there’s a new version… will have to give it a try as I do really like the original.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Hope you enjoy it

[@paulaleach6058]

I just picked up the new Gardein ultimate fish yesterday at Mariano’s (Kroger owned store). I’m looking forward to trying it. I enjoy the older version, so I’m excited to see how this new ultimate product compares. Thanks for your review!

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Hope you enjoy it! Let us know what you think

[@josephlogan7639]

I will have to look for the new product. I am certain that the vegan products will start matching and go lower than the animal alternatives

[@MakeItDairyFree]

If the government didn't subsidize animal products they would already be lower

[@sylvialovestheMostHigh]

Seems fishy 😂😂😂😂 Thank you for the review👍🏽🌞👩🏽 Have a great weekend 🌞

[@MakeItDairyFree]

LOL

[@alysoncocking1236]

I used to like the Gardein products when it was sold in UK supermarkets. Their fish ones were definitely the ones I'd buy. I miss them...

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Hope you can find again one day!

[@TheeJoieDeVivreGarden]

I used to LOVE LJS! I was hoping that these new filets would be similar! I love the Gardein/Gardein Ultimate brand.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

glad i'm not the only one

[@missjones8123]

I just tried this product, never had the previous one but to me it tastes just like the chicken.. nothing special about it at all..

[@judysilverman1787]

I didn’t even know there was a new version. I eat the old ones all the time. I just bought a couple of bags a couple of weeks ago. Have you ever tried the Trader Joe’s ones? They are good too

[@MakeItDairyFree]

We still haven't found the TJs one :(

[@kimberlyhall9303]

Long John Slivers was a treat growing up…no judgment

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Thanks!

[@Kevin-zh5ho]

God bless y’all! Half these products I would never know about if it weren’t for your videos 🙌🏽 I do enjoy Gardein Ultimate so a vegan seafood option is exciting to see!!

[@MakeItDairyFree]

So glad it's helpful!

[@Sdlonra]

I need SOMEONE to do a catfish version or a de-skinned version of the blue ones bc…

[@MakeItDairyFree]

LOL

[@VeganowledgeJJ]

I loved the old fish one I never tried the ultimate yet. I thought the old one the exact texture I loved and could imitate a McDonald’s fish filet I put with Chao cheese helmans vegan mayo mixed with sweet relish for “tarter” sauce on sandwich and it was amazing! I’m kind of sad that it has a new texture although like you said still good seafood imitation I’ll take it when I want to make that

[@MakeItDairyFree]

yea i get all that

[@suzannes5888]

it looked like the new version is double the cost as the old version, but only weighs once more - that's disappointing.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

:(

[@0n3c3nt]

I like the old ones better too. And I agree it’s reminiscent of long John silvers. I used to love ljs (I wasn’t a huge fish person and theirs kinda tasted like a mix of chicken and fish)

[@MakeItDairyFree]

I get that.

[@jesse021891]

Yes I agree, the newer version is better😊

[@veganpeace7890]

I'm sad to hear the original products are going away. The ultimate line is double the price!!!

[@MakeItDairyFree]

:(

[@CheckX2006]

Trader Joe's vegan fish is good.

[@jamesm47766]

I tried these today and I don't like them as much as the old ones I hope they bring back the regular ones because I tried the ultimate chicken and I liked it so I was thinking I would like this because I like the original fish ones

[@MakeItDairyFree]

I hear you!

[@kellypreston9366]

we have found them at Kroger here in Ohio.

[@-insight-]

Anyone else really miss when gardein and Amy products were like $3.50-$4 in 2017? 😔 I had to stop buying them because they’re 7+ dollars in my area.

[@jamesm47766]

In my area they still have products for that cheap but the ultimate line and the bean burgers are more expensive

[@MakeItDairyFree]

all the originals are still $5 or less around here. It's the ultimate line that's more expensive

[@vibez3368]

It’s hard to trust “plant based” frozen foods when you look at them ingredients which is sad

[@MakeItDairyFree]

I'm not sure what you mean trust them

[@truepeacenik]

@@MakeItDairyFree Some of us think oil is something to avoid. The products are vegan, but not plant based (think of whole food plant based), for many people. But any processed food isn’t WFPB, soooo 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@debg8053]

I bake them on a rack to get as much of the grease out, then I pat them down with a paper towel.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Good tip!

[@_Travey]

Idk why i tried these xD i never liked fish before I was vegan anyway hahaha. I loved Gardein when i first became vegan but after trying so many different brands i just cant go back to it. Impossible is just so good, their beef/chicken. I hope they make more! Also she is right haha Long John silvers does have that reputation, I put it on the same level as Arbys. xD

[@MakeItDairyFree]

LOL!!!

[@maqnthreez]

Enjoyed Captain D's and Long John Silver growing up too. And agree both fast food and 'ol Gardein had similar taste and texture

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Glad I'm not the only one

[@Flyig_Walrus]

I always miss the old stuff. Plus it's a bit more money. Plus an odd amount annoys me to hell, but I'm sure thats a me thing.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

oh we've talked about the odd amount thing before, it's so weird

[@melodyshaw9329]

Thanks guys! Always enjoy your videos. I love your dynamic, your beautiful family, and "sharing" the journey! ❤😊 God bless 🙏 and have a great 4th of July!

[@MakeItDairyFree]

aww thank you so much

[@InternetFad]

I hope that they don't go all "ultimate"...I love their meatballs but I don't want the new ones! The calories etc are way different!

[@truepeacenik]

Are you seeing higher calorie per gram/oz and more fat? Like Better/impossible have the same fat or more than ground animal?

[@MakeItDairyFree]

I'm not really sure

[@Froblackistani]

Happy y’all uploaded ❤

[@MakeItDairyFree]

yay!

[@xfourxshadowsx]

I haven't had this yet(never been familiar with the taste of real fish either), but it feels like the whole reason for the ultimate line is to compete against brands like impossible and beyond who market themselves as being the first "meat" substitute brands as if bean patties were the only form of vegan meat when they came out. Now gardein, Morningstar farms, Boca, and other brands are rebranding and creating new lines to communicate "meat" substitute. Interestingly, it probably does help popularize their brands to newer generations. It probably also helps separate the bean patties from the "meat" substitutes for those that have a specific preference. I do however also feel like prior to the ultimate line, gardein was KNOWN for being one of the better meat substitutes because their products were reminiscent of meat already. As someone whose been familiar with vegan brands before beyond and impossible, it feels silly and unnecessary in some ways, but I get why they would do it.

[@IrnBruNYC]

The Ultimate chicken from Gardein is the ne plus ultra vegan chicken sandwich. It’s very expensive - ultimate means ultra pricey - but it is worth the money.

[@tiana3194]

I’m not a fan of any of the Ultimate products

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Darn!

[@evelynlewis571]

Long John Silvers is totally way better than Captain deeded so nobody well I wouldn’t judge you for that. I loved long John silver they had good fish.

[@phylliscinque2247]

Why do these companies fix what isn't broke? Usually it's just higher in price and crappy in taste!😬

[@dianew7058]

Right. I used to make amazing vegan pound cakes with Just Egg Liquid but they changed ingredients so now the cakes stick in the pan..it's ruined at least 10 pound cakes and Just Egg price has increased.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

often!

[@MakeItDairyFree]

OMG we were just talking about how Just Egg keeps sticking in our non-stick pan now!

[@dianew7058]

@@MakeItDairyFree yeah I had to make cakes for a huge dinner and I couldn't figure out why they were sticking...I kept trying different spray oils then I realized the only thing different was the new formula in Just Egg!! But it's great for cornbread but I have to find a new recipe for pound cake. I saw your pound cake recipe but then I couldn't find it again 🤷‍♀️

[@dianew7058]

@@MakeItDairyFree They should make one for baking and one for...well...just eggs

[@e.m.8094]

Is there a plant-based tartar sauce on the market? Otherwise, forget about it! LOL

[@MakeItDairyFree]

We have a recipe! makeitdairyfree.com/vegan-tartar-sauce-recipe/

[@e.m.8094]

@@MakeItDairyFree Yaaaaaay! THANKS!

[@e.m.8094]

Am I the only one that really doesn't like anything from this company? 🤷

[@-raymond-2337]

I really only liked Gardein when I first went vegan, it was helpful to transition away from eating animals but I rarely ever buy it anymore…the “turkey” cutlet one is about the only one I buy still and I only buy it about once every few months

[@dianew7058]

I only like their fish.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

You're not the only one!

[@ambers.]

🙃

[@MakeItDairyFree]

hi!

[@CoolestRedHead]

Oh nooooo!! I hope they don’t take the original one off the shelves! I love these so much and literally about to eat them now 😢

[@embermarchand8762]

the new products are usually cheaper . soya oil is cheaper and less tasty than sunflower oil

[@tjrozay6185]

Bro you need to do a video on beards, dude got the Viking beard, God of war mod character.

[@taragraham7549]

I thought the Ultimate was more for “family “ pack… offering larger/ more product and added protein …. Always thought the taste was the same Just what I heard…. Doesn’t mean it’s true (who knows) I love y’all and always cracking up at y’all videos, Andrew be looking like what the whaaaa 😂😅

[@MakeItDairyFree]

hahah thanks. All the products have been different in taste and texture from the originals, and often instead of 4, the servings are now only 3. Def more protein

[@LeahElisheva]

3:31 5 oz heavier and 1 less fish means they are bigger. Pretty simple. Could you please …instead of saying this and that. Say Ultimate and Original- because some of us are just listening while driving ❤ Thanks 🙏 Love you guys! Your sweet potato vegan challah is what brought me to your channel.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Thanks for the feedback! Hope you love the challah!

[@xoneethicx7664]

these vs trader joe’s phish. 🤔

[@MakeItDairyFree]

We never found the vegan fish at TJs

[@1_Bran_Bran]

I didn't like the old version. I will try the new version. There was something about the texture that was off-putting for me.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Let us know what you think!

[@emilybilbow4990]

Where I shop the cost per ounce is very similar between the products… although I love seafood now (I’m not plant based) I hated it as a kid… I’m not really sure if I’d be adventurous enough to try this…

[@MakeItDairyFree]

our kids would tell you that Daniel Tiger said "you gotta try new foods 'cause they might taste good" LOL

[@andilongmeadowfarm]

Funny, I hate real fish sticks/nuggets ~ however, love the old Gardein fish filets. Can't wait to try the new ones.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Hope you enjoy!

[@joanneannese3433]

Out with the old ,in with the new😊. . Thanks for a fun video.... I don't eat these or any brand😅👍✌️😲😆

[@MakeItDairyFree]

thanks for watching

[@tiffanyblack6911]

This fish product is so good when you deep fry them. I couldn't eat this fish from the oven or air fryer. They are sooooo good when fried. The texture is spot on when fried as well as the taste.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Nice!

[@kimmock2892]

How I wish these were gluten-free!

[@MakeItDairyFree]

someone said the TJs ones are GF, but we've never been able to find them

[@kimmock2892]

@@MakeItDairyFree Thank you! I'll keep my eyes open and let you know if I find them here.

[@sapphira5323]

I totally agree the old ones were oily and had a nice slight fishy taste, hard to tell they weren't fish fillets they were delicious even though I was never big on fish even before becoming vegan. Haven't tried the ultimate ones

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Totally agree!

[@kristymayo494]

The old ones are perfect for fish tacos

[@hurleykid83]

Their ultimate brand is more focused on protein content. Vs the old were just meat substitutes.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

for sure

[@ambers.]

Haven't seen it yet but the OG always made me nauseous even tho my fam loved it so glad to hear they reduced the grease.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

oh darn

[@TikiRainbows]

So is the new replace the old or is there two varieties. The new one looks jumbo fish!

[@MakeItDairyFree]

in the past they has phased out the old. We aren't sure yet

[@inagadda1976]

I say the texture is different of their regular line. I dont like it anymore

[@MakeItDairyFree]

I get that

[@stacymitchell2092]

I tried the new brand but I like the old version better. Old version taste better and I like the texture of the old version better

[@MakeItDairyFree]

i get that

[@EmiWoodScully]

Have you guys tried the Trader Joe’s fish fillets? I think they don’t carry them anymore, but they were incredible!

[@MakeItDairyFree]

We could never find them :/

[@truepeacenik]

@@MakeItDairyFree And TJs thinks we don’t “like” the vegan products, when we can’t get them. I’m getting so frustrated with TJs that they are no longer in my usual rotation.

[@truepeacenik]

Could Ultimate be their new branding?

[@MakeItDairyFree]

they are definitely moving that way it seems

[@ninjaturtles12121]

they better not replace the crab cakes those are divine I'll be sooooooo sad

[@MakeItDairyFree]

right!

[@mikorisheridan6769]

I just hope that with like every other product I've had since I went vegan, the price will get lower in time and the pieces a higher amount :")

[@mikorisheridan6769]

Best example I can think of is dandies marshmallows, they came out with JUMBO ones for summer this year, most companies want to make more they just need moola

[@MakeItDairyFree]

we just saw the jumbo ones!

[@helenmoniz1474]

Love your tastes tests🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@MakeItDairyFree]

thank you!!!

[@told1158]

😊

[@MakeItDairyFree]

:)

[@joanneannese3433]

Hello friends,, 😊

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Hello 😊

[@bernice4599]

Can’t wait to try it!

[@MakeItDairyFree]

Hope you like it!

[@tamcon72]

Their Ultimate line is often a little too on the nose--the animal nose, boop!--for me. Their Ultimate Bratwurst is so similar to a specific type of Eastern European unsmoked sausage my family always bought for Easter, that I use it that way, and it kinda creeps me out. But I will try this fish product because another family holiday recipe uses this type of fish, and the Gardein is the only thing that has worked so far. Tofu just doesn't cut it for anyone but me 😐 Thanks for posting!

[@MakeItDairyFree]

I get that. Hope you enjoy this one

[@cf8959]

I haven't bought Gardein Fish Sticks (or whatever they called them) for maybe 10 + years because they were the nastiest thing I ever ate in my life! I'll try them again. Hopefully, Gardein improved them considerably. I'm going to try your corn dog recipe. I stumbled across your channel and immediately subbed! You guys are so cute!

[@MakeItDairyFree]

aww thank you!

[@LeahElisheva]

2 inches taller and maybe a half an inch thicker. And it does matter because the cook time will be different than we’re used to. Too long of a video for something simple - IMHO.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

thanks for your feedback

[@ambers.]

Y'all are always cute. Good on you homeschooling Mommy, I'm not judging and took my Mom out to LJS when I started working pre vegan at 16 that makes it sound promising.

[@MakeItDairyFree]

that's awesome you did that! and thank you!