MRE Review: Menu No.22 Asian Style Beef Strips with Vegetables (2016)

[@alijahkennison6636]

Asked for a case of meal kit supply mre's for Christmas. Probably would have never found the world of mre's without you man, keep up the good work.

[@whyruscared3993]

Started watching this channel when i was just starting college. Almost 4 years later and im about to graduate! So glad to see you still making these vids.

[@scottbiggs8894]

Your comments on this MRE are dead-on accurate. This is a surprisingly good meal. The recipe has since changed again--the rice is no longer part of meal; it's replaced by apple sauce. The mints were replaced with simple cookies. (The meal I tried was dated july 2018.) But the big surprise is how good the Asian beef & vegetables are and how good the pb&j is on that bread. And yes, chunky does help with this quite a bit.

[@vincedibona4687]

I *just* had a 2017 Menu #4 with that raspberry beverage base, and that drink is delicious!

[@gschultz9]

I like the Raspberry ones!

[@N7mudkip]

This was my first MRE I ever had. Basic Training 2014. I’m sad that it’s gone.

[@penguin44ca]

I miss these videos. I'd rather have a few a year than the live stream

[@rockyraab8290]

Thanks, G-Man. Looking forward to that one myself. You're halfway to the "both items outside the FRH" flipping midway heating method. You'll get there!

[@gschultz9]

You know, I thought you might have enjoyed seeing that I didn't put the second one in the FRH, Rocky! I was looking forward to this one, and it didn't disappoint! Well, other than the fact that I wouldn't have minded something a little more substantial than the Life Savers as a dessert/snack. But the entree was great!

[@NecroBanana]

I had this before since I was given MRE by my local government due to Hurricane Maria. It's ok, but I actually had to heat it up on a skillet to be able to eat that rice. Also, if I would get the chance to do it again, I'd make sure the ricr gets WELL HEATED rather than the meat.

[@peshinski]

im soo glad your doing the review on this

[@peshinski]

the other guys are tiring

[@bluesinsanityfantasy2683]

I absolutely love gschultz videos keep up the excellent content!

[@iaet585]

Make a compilation of you saying spoon, its so satisfying

[@GMWILD87]

Had to rewatch this video I got my menu 22 today can't wait to get into it but I have to.

[@KahlestEnoch]

nice this meal has always interested me. hmmm peppermint candy rings new to me too. Nice to see they include the fried rice with it. Interesting no coffee. Nice to see the variety of the blackberry jam and the crunchy peanut butter. Yes it is a big improvement from the beef teriyaki. Overall a nice looking meal and a little bit different than the normal MREs. Thanks for the great review.

[@kickinbackinOC]

Nice one

[@michaelwozniak183]

NICE!

[@salg16]

I just tried this, and it was really good.. giving I never tired and mre before so my expectations were very low. And mine came with strawberry jam instead.

[@cipher1893]

Just tried this mre but my heater was punctured so I had to eat it cold. To my surprise it tastes really good I m sure heated up would’ve tasted even better . Mine didn’t come with the rice though

[@ForeignMRE]

You always make great videos. 2 thumbs up.

[@markusadanitsch648]

i just had one tasted really good with the rice wich was in mixed in its quite tasty.i paid 7,50 euros for it quite fair cheers

[@johnnymartini4989]

Mannn i miss choking on some wheat bread and pb&j

[@gschultz9]

Memories!

[@pumpkinlife103]

Mind was blown when you didn't put it in the bag but in the sleeve on the other side, I never thought of that and yes I'm not the sharpest tool.

[@milesbaker468]

Got this as a side Christmas gift in 2016 and I haven't opened it yet so I wanted to see what it was Good video!,🙃

[@kermitthehermit5949]

I just ate one. It didn't have a side and it had an oatmeal cookie. I am not sure their intentions as it wasn't like any Asian dish I know of but it was quite tasty. Once review.

[@michaelsimmons8731]

I've never seen anyone drink cocoa cold. Don't like hot drinks? It mixes a lot better when hot. I like to add the coffee whitener and sometimes the coffee. Asian Style Beef Strips with Vegetables is just like the old Pork Chow Mein entree, except it's beef and no chow mein noodles, one of my all time favorites.

[@gschultz9]

The cocoa is indeed meant for use either hot or cold. But you're pretty perceptive--I actually don't really like any hot drinks. Have never gotten into coffee or tea. About the only hot drink I'll have is hot cocoa (ironically enough!). But for MRE cocoa, my preference is cold (it's like chocolate milk).

[@goodi2shooz]

Looks pretty decent! Except for the Lifesavers which I've always considered Mints not candy. Here's wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday season!

[@gschultz9]

Thank you goodi! I definitely would have preferred something a little more substantial than the Life Savers.

[@ezzrie8244]

In my opinion it depends on the type of lifesaver. The mints, are mints. Not candy. But the fruit-flavored lifesavers are a hard candy. Of course there’s the gummies too, which are candy without any doubt 😂😂

[@goodi2shooz]

Panic!AtTheNetflix fair enough. I do enjoy the butter rum flavor quite a bit as well as the cherry and the tropical ones and of course the gummies are just awesome

[@deliciousMRE]

This men looks interesting ! Not so boring and I can see some changes (maybe they will rework toilet paper eventually... ; ). I will have a chance to try this batch of MRE in the next weeks.

[@gschultz9]

That's great Delicious. I hope we'll see some reviews of them to get a different perspective on U.S. rations!

[@thra5herxb12s]

The 2020 has mints as well. I was hoping for tootsies.

[@jamespeters4547]

Just wanted to tell you of a discovery I made. My Taco Beef ration included a side of apple slices in spiced sauce and a vanilla pudding powder. Or maybe I got the pudding from another ration. I forget. I love the spiced apples. As an experiment, I mixed about 3/4 of the pudding mix with the apples, mixed very well, let stand for a couple minutes, and then enjoyed an apple custard dessert. Maybe this as been done before but I thought you may want to try this sometime. This review was great...as usual. God bless.

[@MultiMagnum62]

Very cool sir ! Great review on A great looking meal. Lightweight , but filling. Delicious looking mains! All items looked good. Peace, John!

[@MultiMagnum62]

P.S. , I have A 2012 version of this meal here. I wasted money, on A cheap camera, I got what I paid for. When I find another camera, I will post it and other meals I have here. I heard Santa was looking for me one? Peace.

[@BenWorkmanAnimalFeeMre]

Love your work man! Nice mre!

[@gschultz9]

Thank you Workman, I appreciate it!

[@ladybassplayer23]

Love the videos

[@jamespeters4547]

I have found the wheat snack bread has a little more flavor and is a little sweeter then the white. Whatever the case, I wish they could get a better bread like some European military rations.

[@KC23109]

Is it ok to eat if was expired 3 years ago?

[@gschultz9]

By "expired", are you referring to three years after the date code? If so it should be fine if stored properly. If it's older than that it really could go either way. Stored well it should last many years, but you do have to be careful as it gets older.

[@m.d.z.2832]

Def one of my fav menus too G, the textures of the ‘veggies’ make the difference. Thanks for continuing your great reviews G!

[@davek12]

One thing always striking about an American ration vs a European ration is the lack of dog food in the US one. The further east the more varieties of pate it'll have. At least this looks like food.

[@Roarmeister2]

Nope. I tasted this one. It's MUCH MUCH worse than dog food.

[@bryllenall3509]

Asian Mre Hell YES

[@AdmiralPreparedness]

Excellent review. This was one provided for me by the Army during the research study a couple summers ago. 2013 mfg.

[@lorensmith8861]

A tea packet with sugar would have gone good with this menu.

[@samsworldofrations6996]

Beef looked nice.

[@timchandler4427]

I got about 10 of them and there all from 2016

[@mahoslash]

Those Lifesavers doesn't look like a ideal choice to go with a MRE. One or two mints after a meal is okay, but a whole pack is overkill.

[@ezzrie8244]

佐井トラね子 they’re good for upset stomachs so if someone were to get a stomachache on the field, they could just pop in a mint and it would help their stomach

[@NativeWarrior88]

佐井トラね子 I think they're purpose is supposed to be to give you a quick energy boost when you're on patrol. You'd be surprised what that little bit if sugar will do.

[@voltag3man]

佐井トラね子 when you are exhausted and worn out on the field you wont give a shit, you'll be glad you have more to eat... why not serve the military and find out yourself before sounding like a know it all...

[@ianhughes6579]

You could always keep extra

[@AgentTasmania]

Repacking the lifesavers like that seems pretty absurd. They're commercially packed in the most efficient packaging possible for their shape.

[@ezzrie8244]

AgentTasmania there are some that are commercially packaged like that.

[@temandjorry1920]

I just ate one from 2017 but I cooked my rice

[@bethany7245]

Here from Steve1989's channel. I have eaten 4 MRE's now in the past 2 weeks just for the heck of it...this one was my favorite by far. Great review, subscribed. :)

[@jackfarrell317]

Since you don’t finish the MRE on screen do you finish it later or toss it?

[@jackfarrell317]

Pandora Ok Thanks

[@Jukkaimaru]

Too bad it wasn't "Rings, Candy, Peppermint". ;)

[@gschultz9]

That would have been the icing on the cake!

[@sharontackett1683]

You owe me a 24hr ration from mre nation skip the matches!!!!😤😤😤😤

[@RJM1011]

Looks GOOD from here thank you for the video. :)

[@KaylynnStrain]

this one looks so much more like real Asian food

[@staticstatic1269]

Kaylynn Strain Kind of. It's more American style than Asian.

[@Kogasengaha_Hishoshi]

Its soo American man XD

[@Roarmeister2]

ON WHAT PLANET???? I'm half Chinese and this doesn't remotely look like food let alone Asian!

[@kdipi]

It tastes like hungry man with Chinese food components on it. Overall, it's worst mre in the box.

[@patrickd8064]

Peanut butter and jelly is a good combination? I never would of guessed! Just ribbing you man, keep up the good work.

[@daveanderson2468]

How long do they stay good

[@gschultz9]

An MRE is designed to be shelf stable for 3-5 years. But that's the minimum standard. And that 3-5 years is really for peak taste and nutritional value. They can remain edible for longer, but the nutritional value (and taste quality) can deteriorate. They aren't MEANT to last for 10, 15, 20+ years, but they certainly can if stored well. It's not something you can depend or count on, but certainly possible.

[@LycanthropiesSpell]

Man, that's one skinny looking MRE...more a snack than a meal to me.

[@voltag3man]

all the food in them are packed with everything you would need to get your energy for the day. might not look like alot but it does a lot

[@notrealy180217]

@@voltag3man It's not for a day unless its a 24 hour MRE which are typically emergency MREs. These are meant to be consumed 2-3 times a day. But I agree, this is by far the smallest modern "menu" MREs ive seen. Most come with an entree with protien and a good sized side like seasoned beans or garlic mashed potatoes.

[@voltag3man]

New Russia you can absolutely survive off one for the entire thing, not supposed to chomp down on it and murder the entire thing, eat about a couple hundred calories ever hour or two

[@notrealy180217]

@@voltag3manThat's actually true but the United States Army website states this; "Each MRE provides an average of 1,250 calories (13 percent protein, 36 percent fat, and 51 percent carbohydrates) and one-third of the Military Recommended Daily Allowance of vitamins and minerals. A full day's worth of meals would consist of three MREs" Personally I don't think I could eat 3 MREs even if I was an active soldier but it would be close. I would be able to survive off of one or less a day obviously but I wouldn't have much energy compared to a man who has had 2-3 full MREs

[@2laughandlaugh]

Had this one last night.....not bad....kind of had a beef stew flavor to it. Had to heat rice in boiling water as the new FRHs are crap when heating two packs at same time.

[@lazytv4318]

Thanks for the vid! Seems kind of an odd meal...large entree (2 combined into 1), 2 desserts (I consider the PB&J and the mints as 2 separate desserts), and 2 drinks....feels like it can be 2 "mini meals" But on a side note/question...are you left handed? Just noticed it now of all the vids I watched...

[@cholodaylo3518]

How much did it cost ? How much is that MRE ?

[@sircatto_]

8 dollar maybe...

[@DAVIDGREGORYKERR]

to be doubly sure add some table salt to the FRH to ensure heating, come on all you nay sayers who has't had apiece of bread with peanut butter and jelly and wolfed it down double quick.

[@nachospopthe3rd564]

Why go through all the trouble to save space tandem then do that candy bag

[@alexiscolon55]

i didn't like the fried rice, awful flavor and consistency, but the beef strips 10/10 and mine didn't came with the peppermint rings it came with turkey nuggets jerky.

[@gschultz9]

I would have liked to have gotten the turkey jerky! Do you know what year yours was from?

[@alexiscolon55]

i think it was the same year 2016 but i notice that it have varieties, because i try the Rib style patty and one got the electrolytes tropical beverage base powder and the second one that i opened it was with orange beverage base powder.

[@Roarmeister2]

I've never had much of a problem using the sleeve for two items simultaneously. It take a little massaging but definitely doable.

[@cafezo87934]

pretty delicious meal 👍

[@kardstore]

I've tried that one too, it was very good. I believe the light colored strips are sliced up bamboo shoots.

[@mrbeaver8184]

Gotta love those BEEF STRIPS.

[@expressknight6734]

The long looking yellow strips, looks like bamboo strips.

[@MikhailSkulls]

This is one kind I look for when at my local army/navy store.

[@METALMAN4Wii]

Dam if those were fruit Life Savers that would be a perfect MRE in my book.

[@FayeMorgana]

Have you ever tried slicing the snack bread in 2 and making A PB&j sammich?

[@MrRkrallman]

Dang, G. That sexy powder drop, though...

[@_.Aztec._]

I had this one before... I didn't enjoyed the entree.

[@gschultz9]

No? I suppose anytime they make something a little "different" there will always be those that like it and those that don't. That's why they try to have a good variety between the 24 menus. Which menus DO you like?

[@nethalus]

I wonder what the mark up these resellers put on? I bet it is at least 100%, and for what you get, they are pretty poor value for money, I bet the US military pay under a couple of dollars per meal

[@gschultz9]

It's always a tough thing to get a specific price on genuine U.S. MREs--since it says right on the bag that they're not supposed to be re-sold commercially. That being said, this is really the only "legal" way to buy them--from a military commissary or PX. It isn't so much a "mark up" because there's no initial selling price (beyond what the government paid for them, which as you said would be a LOT cheaper than $8.00+). It's really what the market will bear. As long as there's demand for MREs, and as long as the supply will be limited by the fact that they're really not supposed to be sold commercially, people can charge pretty much whatever they want until nobody is willing to pay that price!

[@jpkjpk11]

good job. p.s. we don't care about the dates on things.

[@gschultz9]

Believe it or not, some do.

[@MGRogue]

Warfighters with big beards adore this stuff.

[@notrealy180217]

I really hate the garlic bread sticks that are from the same company and are the same thing as the bread sticks in this video but flavored differently. The ones I have are 3-4 years old but properly stored and just tastes objectively bad. Not old or anything.

[@bbbbBEOTCH]

this menu is tasty

[@Schnitzengruben]

Why do they put French on a US MRE, wouldn't Spanish make more sense?

[@gschultz9]

I believe it has something to do with a NATO standard or something like that.

[@Schnitzengruben]

gschultz9 Ah ok, thanks.

[@peshinski]

you gotta get rid of that color tray brother

[@jwalker5468]

When i was deployed this was the worst one to get

[@loercayt6146]

Sorry but the fired rice looks like it’s boiled

[@GMWILD87]

I want one for that price lol.

[@actionman9357]

"Commercial Resale Is Unlawful" and a price sticker of $8.36

[@gschultz9]

Excellent point, but also a good chance to mention the only place MREs actually ARE allowed to be sold legally--in a military PX or commissary. That's where this one came from!

[@actionman9357]

@@gschultz9 OK! But yesterday I received TWO MREs from a local food bank! I would guess that they can be "given away"?

[@hannakinn]

I had this MRE last week. Mine was exactly the same as this one except I had apple jelly in mine. The fried rice was so bad I thew it out and ate the beef strips and vegetables over white rice. I personally didn't like the Beef, mine had small chunks of beef with just 2 "strips" of beef about and inch and a half long. I feel sorry for soldiers that have to eat this. LaChoy canned Beef Chow Mein is sooo much better. I really enjoyed the bread, peanut butter and the jelly (mine was apple). The raspberry drink was great as was the cocoa. My MRE was a gift so it was free. So far not impressed with American MREs and really wish our soldiers had better food than this to eat and more of it.

[@SubieSpecial]

The life savers mints is an odd choice considering it already comes with gum.

[@alanritchie9781]

That's not a very good one in my book. But if someone loves it? Good for you. I've eaten it before. Not a fan of it.

[@liamchu1858]

So I'm trying one now as I'm watching this video, and I was frantically searching for the fried rice... only to realize that I didn't have fried rice... I got a piece of bread instead lmao XD

[@anguish97]

There’s no way. That is hands down the worst MRE in the menu. The beef is basically dog food. I’d rather filter feed. 0 stars

[@gschultz9]

Certain menus can be really polarizing. I guess this is one of them. I thought it was quite tasty and would definitely prefer it over something like a cheese and veggie omelet or the creamy spinach fettuccini!

[@anguish97]

@@gschultz9 lol I don’t even remember typing this tbh. I really don’t like it tho, but shoot, I don’t judge. I don’t think any are gourmet

[@micahj9828]

This is the second worst MRE I've ever had. The beef seemed to be little wads of heart meat. Rice was bad, too. I did like the water chestnuts, though. Pro tip: put half your salt in the heater and the other half in your raspberry drink. Sports drinks are basically Kool-Aid with salt added.

[@Roarmeister2]

What was the worst? To me this was easily the worst. :)

[@Blanderr]

Protip, mix the beef strips with the rice and it's money. Whenever we're in the field this is always my go to and most people don't like it so I usually get it or am able to trade for it. Mints are super rare in this one though which is good because they suck as apposed to the oatmeal or chocolate chip cookie you could get instead, which are delicious

[@Roarmeister2]

I purchased 2 boxes of A & B menus from Amazon. By chance, this was the first meal I opened. It smelled like shit and tasted worse. I gagged. It was revolting. Absolutely junk. MRE sides are fine but this entree was pure evil. Nothing remotely "Asian" about this. Stay away unless you want to barf. How Americans can think this is Asian food, I have no idea.

[@gschultz9]

I don't think most Americans would thing this WAS Asian food--they'd think it was an MRE entree that was called "Asian".

[@lorensmith8861]

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