New ALDI Bramwells CHOPPED PORK & HAM Vs SPAM Review

[@edwardhinton1615]

Spam, ham, corned beef and chicken used to be a cheap staple. How are they almost as expensive as actual butchers meat now?

[@milliewilkie1969]

I saw in B and M something called tinned beef in a corned beef shaped tin it was 50p cheaper ,never bought it but wondered what it was 🤣hooves and tails maybe

[@DavesInHisGarage]

I totally agree, I remember an estate in Leeds called Gipton, and we used to call it cornbeef Islan. Now it sounds posh calling it that, funny how it backfired 😂😂😂

[@clairevp1980]

agree wots happening cheap store food not no more need a friggin morgage ta b able ta buy erm 😮

[@johndavis7944]

Same in Australia. Both spam and corned beef went up by 35% over six months.

[@hazelb7218]

Agree.....corned beef used to be cheap not any more.....same as marrowbone and Ox Tails....but soon as the tv chefs started using them recently making them 'trendy' the price has gone up tenfold....looking at £6 now to buy a pack of Ox Tail in Morrison's ....used to be a couple of quid few years ago.....i used them throw them in the beef stew for a bit of extra flavour!!!

[@JohnSmith-sl1my]

Spam and cornbeef used to be cheap. Now it's one of the dearest. Just another way we are being ripped off.

[@nigelnigel.]

Bit like fish and chips.

[@PhatTony-km3fl]

Got to be careful asking for fish and chips these days you could end up with a farmed catfish! @@nigelnigel.

[@aclubcalledRAGE]

Love corned beef. Corned beef sandwich on white bloomer with ketchup. Delish. Or even better corned beef hash.

[@beavisbonce]

And mince used to be an economical option, not any more

[@pm2886]

@@beavisbonce Mince is still economical, because its form makes it easy to adulterate. You can cut it 50/50 with finely chopped vegetables or lentils. Zucchinis works amazingly well, because it takes on the flavour of whatever you cook it with.

[@martianleaderrichy1520]

If you put a tin opener on the bottom and do a little run it will break the vacuum and the meat slides out easier 😀👍

[@thewalrus6833]

Correct, also if you squeeze the opposite corners of the can you break the seal on the sides.

[@martianleaderrichy1520]

@@thewalrus6833 Indeed 😀👍

[@bobbynuttbutter9554]

Legend!

[@alanthomson1227]

Is that before or after you’ve eaten it ?

[@digitalimager4946]

Don't fancy having to go for a jog just to open a tin of plopped ham and chalk 🤣

[@judithmatthews8460]

I live in New Zealand and we are encouraged to keep a civil defence stock in a safe place. Water, matches candles, toilet paper! and tinned food for up to 3 days. Family laughed at me for doing it. Then we were hit by a massive earthquake. No water, no power no shops for 3 days . They weren’t laughing then. I found having Spam in my stock was great. Bought some the other day took me back 12 years as soon as I tasted it. Thanks for the video.

[@pm2886]

I always feel bad for the people who laugh at any kind of 'prepping'. They seem to believe nothing bad can ever happen to them. You'd think given the pandemic and subsequent supply chain problems, they'd realise that shit can actually happen. But no ... they're still convinced they'll always have everything they need, right outside their door, and all at affordable prices. It's the most bizarre thinking!

[@kjodleken8810]

There's nothing wrong with being prepared for a genuine emergency, but most "preppers" are absolutely bonkers. Paranoia does that to you.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers you're welcome 😊

[@judithmatthews8460]

@@kjodleken8810 nothing paranoid in being prepared in a place called the “shaky isles”. Nor now it would seem with the amount of flooding happening in the UK too. Talking paranoia instead of sensible preparation makes people feel embarrassed and neglect what can save lives. When an emergency hits you are absolutely on your own, no phone, no access to help, it’s surreal. Get prepared it can’t hurt.

[@Spacexgazzer]

I hope my brother has some spam in when I get to NZ at Christmas if he hasn’t I’m going to be like a whingeing Pom.

[@robertsmelt6638]

Depending on your area I urge everyone to visit a Polish shop. There are so many varieties of canned Pork and Ham, You're sure to find a brand you like. According to my butcher friend, Pork is up around 20-25% over previous years so Spam and similar products are taking advantage to rip us off.

[@PhatTony-km3fl]

I agree, we are lucky to have a couple of large Polish supermarkets with Deli's, cooked meats are more varied, superior and cheaper than the usual supermarkets.

[@gerrywaclawiak]

PEK and Krakus are my go to Polish alternatives, cheaper and tastier and PEK in particular is readily available and often discounted. Farmfoods leaflet this week has side by side 2x200g Spam £6.50 or 2x400g PEK £3.00! My last 400g PEK was £1.75 from Heron Foods a few weeks ago

[@robertsmelt6638]

@@gerrywaclawiak Only last year, PEK was £1 a large tin on Rollback at Asda.

[@gerrywaclawiak]

@@robertsmelt6638 stocked up last year when they were that price but like everything the price has shot up since. Best Ive seen recently is farmfoods leaflet this week, 2x400g £3. In the same leaflet next to the PEK they are offering 2x200g Spam for £6.50!

[@SuperLittleTyke]

I absolutely agree with this. I have a Polish grocers locally and they have a large selection of sliced meat, like Tesco used to do until they closed the delicatessen counter in smaller stores. Our Polish grocer also sells cooked pork knuckles and cooked ready-to-eat chicken drumsticks, plus loads of soups you don't see in British supermarkets.

[@michaelholloway6327]

Gareth, DK 65 EF is code for Tulip Foods, who are the processed Meat division of Danish Crown (the larges pork and pork products producer in Europe). They will provide the raw material and processing for a number of brands. Hormel who own the Spam brand & Aldi use them to produce their product.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers pal

[@richardwells1709]

The Spam we have in the UK is made in Denmark. You will not find Spam in any supermarket in Denmark 🇩🇰. Draw your own conclusions!

[@hvidhavn1]

@@richardwells1709 crazy they dont selli it in Denmark ..i know , i live in DK ... they export all the best (back) bacon too ... sell fatty streaky bacon here :(

[@kennytait9865]

Hi Gareth yes it was spam or bacon grill for breakfast when on exercise I still keep the odd tin in the cupboard my fav is pex,s spam great video

[@K3end0]

@@richardwells1709 of you think that's bad, Google where baked beans come from.

[@Gary-Seven-and-Isis-in-1968]

Cannot justify the silly price of Spam or Corned beef, it used to be cheap meat alternative and convenient sandwich filler. That was a great review.👍🏼

[@simonbird1973]

Top tip. Pierce the bottom of the can which breaks the airlock holding the meat in. Couple of shakes & the meat falls out.

[@wildwine6400]

I'm glad they brought this back! They had it as well as their own bacon grill about 5 years ago but they discontinued it. It used to be in bigger 340g tins

[@russellpotter7294]

Grilled spam and cheese in a sandwich maker used to be great. Haven't had it for years. Used to love spam but the expense put me off. Tried some cheaper versions and frankly couldn't tell the difference. Spam and beans and chips. But still expensive for the amount but I do miss it.......I tried the cheaper tomato ketchup from ASDA the other day and it is so much cheaper than Heinz and again. Taste was great. Love these comparisons and it proves how the best known food manufacturers live off their name more than their taste.

[@PamelaD963]

Remember everyone had a toasted sandwich maker. Not so common now, once George Foreman grills appeared .

[@Rodgerslicker]

Colemans mustard make more profit than whats wasted on a plate than consumed fact.

[@ferrumignis]

@@PamelaD963 How many people still have a breadmaker gathering dust?

[@mikeoglen6848]

People should stop wasting stuff. don't you think?@@Rodgerslicker

[@John_259]

The main thing to remember with Spam is to watch out for lumberjacks and the Spanish Inquisition.

[@cogboy302]

- But nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Haha

[@DukeOfChirk]

@@BaldFoodieGuyThe Spammish Inquisition

[@kjodleken8810]

I'm a lumberjack and I'm okay!

[@sarahstrong7174]

Not the Spanish inquisition. Nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition.

[@MathewMoss-fp9ju]

I side with atomic shrimp I dislike the lip left behind on the tin, which makes it harder remove from the can it's better to use a can opener if you can find a good opener to used on these oblong cans

[@klackon1]

My old mum made spam fritters when I was kid. She told me that during WWII, and for some time after, spam was a luxury item for the working class. I remember that after a while, she moved over to Plumrose chopped ham with pork, which I loved. When I was squaddie, we had bacon roll in our ration packs - a good substitute for both. I must say Garry, in the comparison today, they both looked good enough to eat.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Yes just had a sandwich with it lol

[@stepawa]

I remember the Plumrose chopped ham with pork adverts on TV

[@ANDREWLewis-p9j]

I like Plumrose ham and pork too it was £1 just a few years ago nowadays its £1.50 if they carry on, they will price themselves out of the market

[@DukeOfChirk]

If you’re going to fry spam, might as well make a quick flour and egg batter and shallow fry it in that coating. With chips, obviously

[@stewedfishproductions7959]

Yes, it 'bulks' up the slice, thus doubling up the size and making it go even further! Add some chilli flakes, a few dashes of hot sauce or perhaps a favourite dried herb (I.e. rosemary) into the batter too...

[@tallshort1849]

What just mix flour and egg together?

[@stewedfishproductions7959]

@@tallshort1849 For 'simple' batter' - You usually add some 'liquid' too... Either water, but milk is better. So add milk to the flour, to make a paste, then add eggs before coating the food to be fried in hot oil (shallow or deep). Dead easy, the most important point is to stir/mix well to avoid 'flour lumps'. EDIT: I forgot to mention, here in the UK, we often add BEER as the liquid when battering fish for 'Fish & Chips', so really any liquid can be used!

[@Alan-r2v9s]

Hi if you punch a small hole in the bottom of the tin it lets the meat come out a lot easier. 👍🏻😎👍🏻

[@Blacklab99]

Brings back memories of Barbel fishing on the River Severn. Never failed. Stays on the hook, no stinky maggots and you could eat what was left. What’s not to like? Tastes ok as well.

[@glennanderson7795]

Good afternoon Gareth & family! I have never tried frying spam, at 65 years young, I should have sampled this by now. Thank you for extending my culinary knowledge yet further. VBW x

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Try it Glenn, have it in a sandwich 🥪

[@glennanderson7795]

Thanks Gareth! I've ordered SPAM and Asda's own on my next supermarket delivery and will slavishly follow your demonstration, AND make up a sarnie alsoaswellastoo!. Thank you and VBW x

[@Barbarapape]

The price of Spam is now obscene To think that in the 60's it was very popular due to it's low price, that's inflation gone mad. I must try the Aldi one, i can't stand too much salt.

[@jamielee9350]

The main difference between ham and pork comes from the fact that all ham is pork, but not all pork is ham. Ham is a specific cut of the pork meat from the pig's thighs. It's usually cured and salted.

[@alejandrayalanbowman367]

Nope, they also make a chicken Ham.

[@bigt9374]

Ham can be any cut of pork . It's the method of preserving that makes it ham .

[@jamielee9350]

@@bigt9374 Ham is pork from a leg cut that has been preserved by wet or dry curing, with or without smoking. As a processed meat, the term "ham" includes both whole cuts of meat and ones that have been mechanically formed.(all from the thigh)

[@aclubcalledRAGE]

Americans call a lot of raw pork products 'ham' even before they have been cured or cooked. In England, it is still gammon, knuckle, leg even when cured, as you say wet or dry but only after cooking and it ready to eat can it be called ham. @@jamielee9350

[@gerrylewis5281]

When I was a kid, ( many many years ago ), I used to love SPAM fritters. It also went well on salads, or fried with chips and a fried egg. The Aldi one for me is better for 2 reasons. One, it works out cheaper and two it has far less salt. As for the meat ingredients? They are the same basically. Tinned meat prices are certainly on the rise, so a saving of 32p per 100g is quite a saving over time. I do agree with the person who suggested buying from a Polish shop, ( I think you did a comparison on them before? ). I used to love the COMPO tins of chopped pork. Another great review Gareth 👍🏻. Showing where to save a few bob and still get a decent product is brilliant.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Yes Gerry I've got the Polish one in my cupboard. Cheers Gerry.

[@ANDREWLewis-p9j]

Got spam fritters in the freezer now

[@johnnunn8688]

Compo chopped pork? You mean bacon grill?

[@ANDREWLewis-p9j]

@@johnnunn8688 we have pork and ham, luncheon meat, and bacon grill

[@gerrylewis5281]

@@johnnunn8688 Your right I do. I’ve just got used to calling bacon grill and chopped pork the same thing 🥴🥴. My bad.

[@stewartgovan1672]

Aah, those metal cans, the fun you used to have back in the 1980s with the little key thing they used to give you to open the can. Razor sharp tin slicing open your finger. Aah those were the days. Lol. Keep up the spot on work. Best wishes from Scotland.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers Stewart

[@stevenblood1284]

With them having the same ingredients and code on the tins, does this mean its made at the same factory ?

[@theharshtruth1893]

I always use a tin opener to open bottom then just push it out from the top easy job

[@bribrown2712]

mate, new subscriber but absolutely love your channel! keep up the good work, much love from Wythenshawe, Manchester!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks for subbing

[@alejandrayalanbowman367]

Hi Gareth from Spain. I have only eaten Spam once and that was in the form of a fritter courtesy of the US Airforce and it was YUK. At least the Aldi one had traffic lights whereas the Spam one didn't appear to. We could have had more discussion on the hazards of eating them.

[@rlittlewood6343]

What about the amount in the tins IE so much per gramme? I notice the tins are different sizes or have i missed a bit?

[@jameshanlon2998]

Brilliant comparison as always, Gareth. Spam has loads of extra salt, but to be fair, those who choose spam are usually the ones who like extra salt. Since I've lived in the USA for quite some time in the past, there are different ways of cooking this world class delicacy. One thing that is different... Some places in the USA will cook spam until it is literally crunchy. It's similar to the way people cook streaky bacon in the USA. Cook it until it's crunchy with no pink inside at all. THAT is the way to enjoy spam. Once you try it that way, you'll always cook it until crunchy. Try it.. cook it until it is crunchy all the way through... I will wager you will love it that way as I do.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks 👍

[@off.grider]

The contents of both those tins don't look highly processed do they????

[@higltypig]

bet the comments will be full of spam today.

[@PaulTheCyclist.]

🤣

[@anthonyrickard5753]

That's funny! Lol.

[@Heavens24Angel]

😂😂😂Good One

[@lynnpurfield9430]

Spam has gotten shockingly expensive. When I was growing up it was the 'go to' whe n we got to the end of the week when things got tight. We used it instead of bacon or gammon.

[@wildwolf2567]

Hello. Can I ask where you got your plates from?. They're great. Thank you.

[@wildwolf2567]

Helloooo. When I use spam I grate it on the larger holes add a bit of chopped onion and put it in puff pastry. Cut them as you would if making sausage rolls and bake. Tasty hot or cold.

[@diogenesegarden5152]

Top tip, maybe with a cheese option?👍

[@wildwolf2567]

@@diogenesegarden5152 And why not. Ha ha.

[@diogenesegarden5152]

@@wildwolf2567 that might well knock my sister’s cheating sausage rolls made from herby sausages and Jusroll puff pastry, off the top spot👍. All her posh friends think she has a secret recipe.😂

[@Slycockney]

As a self confessed Spamaholic I've noticed the price of it rocketing recently, so will definitely try the Aldi version. Cheers as always Gareth.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

You're welcome 😊

[@deniseoxland151]

The price of Spam is shocking 😡

[@daviddeath6029]

Corn beef still only 2.20 for ten slices Aldi and it's the most underrated of cheap 🥩 😊

[@robertchinnery9806]

Love Spam, but will try the Aldi version now because of your video! I have high blood pressure so the reduced salt should be a bonus!

[@sunniertimer598]

Robert, if you slice it and boil the slices for 3-5 minutes first, then fry it, the saltiness disappears.

[@robertchinnery9806]

Thanks. I have never tried it fried! @@sunniertimer598

[@simonstroud2555]

How would it contain traces of milk? Do they just mash up the whole pig including it's "udders" (for want of a better description)?

[@robertsmelt6638]

Milk protein and potato starch are common additives in the canned meats made in the same factory.

[@brantnuttall]

13:34 well corrected at the end about it being 100 gms. Also, the tin says eat within 2 days of opening so you have less time if you live alone. Or, you could save more money and enjoy Honey roast ham instead (like we do)

[@PaoloBanke]

Bramwell's range is normally pretty fare and more than often far better value. The gel will give a yellow tinge. I stab a hole in the tin base to let air in it aids getting stuff out of tins. a bit salty and fatty for me now but the boys eat it regular they will be trying the new one. I have to save my fat and salt allowance for my bacon or kippers :))). I didn't think there would be much to choose between them except the price .

[@kjsd3201]

Prefer PEK over SPAM personally but great video tho 😉👌

[@aclubcalledRAGE]

Good ol’ PEK!

[@wolfman011000]

Use to have alot of spam as a kid, mum would cut the block into slices, bread them then shallow fry in lard. We have not bought spam for decades as we always bought the cheaper stuff as there was sod all differance once it was cooked or in a sandwich bar the price. Better to buy the own label versions and season them yourself. Always good to have a good stock of canned goods in the pantry especially with all the stupidity going on at home and around the world. Thanks for the video, Take care, God bless one and all. Edit: look up korean army stew a great winter warmer.

[@BLUEHORIZON-g2b]

When a kid any chopped ham and pork OR spam were from a shop which gave slices, quite thin and circular in shape cut from a joint of either spam or chopped pork on some sort of a slicing hand use slicer. WE never ate it other than cold on rolls with tomato and coleslaw normally tbh.

[@lesgreentree927]

I put a hole in the bottom of the can. It helps to make the contents slide out a lot easier. Thanks for all your reviews. Keep them coming.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

That's a great idea!

[@genghissu1185]

omg! the last time I tasted that stuff was about 55 years ago was so salty as a kid! The alternative back then was Plumrose Chopped ham with Pork! I think it was in a round tin too

[@andrewellison1203]

I still prefer sfam absolutely been going for years and I love the salt taste, A top tip I use Before you open boil your kettle and pour it over the tin then it slides out 😊

[@tallshort1849]

Yeah but is it any good for fishing

[@therealsnufkin]

Remembering Spam fritters from school, I tried the genuine Spam fritters a couple of years ago. They were way too salty. I don't remember Spam fritters at school being THAT salty. I didn't like them so much that I never revisited them. Anyway, my current girlfriend has recently mentioned school Spam fritters and her desire to have them again, probably having seen them mentioned on one of these FB nostalgia groups. I told her of my experience and thought I would leave it there. However, based on your review, I think I will go and get some Aldi look-alike, batter it up and give it a go. See if I can get some brownie points 😄

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Haha thank you

[@igotes]

There is a reduced salt SPAM variety available, or you could just get the cheaper one...

[@martinwilliams9866]

Why added salt & sugar, ingridents that can be added to taste individually.?

[@daveorca]

Another cracking review. My take is that Bramwells is marginally healthier with less fat, carbs and salt. At £1.35 for 200g it's a no brainer. Spam 200g is currently £2.60 in Tesco and £3.25 at Sainsbury's

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers David

[@kingofwalesWR]

It's also on offer in B&M for twin pack at £3.49 or £1.74 and half pence 200g each 👍👌 still expensive will be getting Aldi's Bramwells in future at that price it's probably made in the same processing factory with different print outs for different brands as with most same products are 😉👍

[@jasoncdebussy]

Fat is not an issue, David - carbohydrates certainly are.

[@Mal_Outdoors]

You've just popped up in my feed! I don't follow any food related channels but I love the "everyday" foods you're testing! (I don't eat most of them any more but i think I'm going to have to search out some new sections in my supermarket now)! All the best to you!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Wow, thank you!

[@simong7539]

200g Spam is £3 in Morrison's. Needless to say it was left on the shelf.

[@gerrywaclawiak]

I dont mind Spam but its always been overpriced and there are better and cheaper alternatives out there. PEK has always been my long term alternative preference on taste and value and its often on offer in major supermarkets and the likes of Herons, Home Bargains, Farm Foods etc. Got a Farmfoods offer leaflet this week and they have Spam 2x200g for £6.50 or PEK 2x400g for just £3. Quarter of the price its PEK all the way

[@crashq8784]

I use the Plumrose version for 'fake away' night cut into a square and fried to put onto a hamburger instead of a meat pattie. I've used the Aldi version as well - nothing wrong with it. Great comparison.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers pal

[@pikricky]

If you puncture the bottom of the can a couple of times it releases the suction of the meat and it normally just slips out,love a bit of spam,so versatile fried or not and in a fritter,I'm going to have to go out tomorrow and buy a can of that Bramwells pork and ham and try it in the air fryer,looks so tasty,another good video big pal

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Yes good idea mate

[@annetteminett8500]

When I was little, mom used to fry spam for our supper. We had it with mash potato & peas or beans. It was delicious. Not sure if I’d like it now, going to have to try it again some 50yrs later…..

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Sounds great!

[@doctasandwich]

bought some the other day, can't wait to try it now. great vid dude😊

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Hope you enjoy it! Your welcome

[@jondv5278]

keep plenty of these tins in your cupboards, if the leccy goes out over winter, these will help keep your body warm even if eaten straight out of the tin

[@tecnogof]

Never seen a ring pull tin, they usually come with a key. If you're struggling to shake it out the can? Pierce the base of the can with a can opener to allow the air to flow, making it easier to slide straight out.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Yes must be New

[@uglenddalejones2]

I instantly pressed Watch,when I saw this one 👌🙌👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Does anybody remember the tinned meat in Aldi,years ago ? It wasn’t around much and disappeared off the shelves more than ten years ago now I think. Totally grateful to see this one and always appreciate what you do

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers Glenda

[@nicolavallely8076]

Thank you for the video, with the difference you could get a tin of every day essentials baked beans,just a thought xx

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Great idea! Xx

[@monicas2269]

Thanks, I don't buy a lot of chopped pork and ham. It's mainly just to keep in the cupboard if I can't think of anything else to eat. I only buy Spam when it's on offer but even then it's dearer that Aldi. I'll definitely give the Aldi one a try.

[@georgeslade7217]

Great video Gareth will beat a path to Aldi tomorrow for some of there chopped ham and chalk 😅😅

[@drxym]

Obviously made in the same place and even the same kind of tin with a different label. I wouldn't describe spam as high cuisine but it is a handy product to have in the cupboard and it's pretty tasty.

[@adyback7994]

@ 3:31 that's the exact same print too on the top of the cans Gareth.

[@donaldwycoff4154]

You can give the can squeeze from the short sides, and it causes the vacuum to break. You will hear a distinct when it happens. Didn't occur to me that my mother taught me a life lesson back in the 60's. Stopped eating meats/dairy years ago, but still love to watch cooking shows.

[@colin101981]

I love chopped pork - like you, fried or cold it's gorgeous! Thanks for a great review Gareth, really good analysis and a fair comparison. I wonder where I'd buy from . . . . . 😉😉

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks for watching!

[@davelynoutdoors4277]

Thanks for the video, I watched a guy on KZbin, recommend piercing the bottom of the tin to aid spam extraction. I tried it and it works a treat!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks for the info!

[@christianbuczko1481]

Seems the bramwells is the one to buy seeing as they are virtually identical except for a lower salt content which is actually a bonus for most people.

[@jasoncdebussy]

Salt is rarely an issue. It's carbohydrates which are problematic

[@christianbuczko1481]

@@jasoncdebussy less salt is still better

[@jasoncdebussy]

@@christianbuczko1481 Incorrect. Salt in the appropriate amount is better.That applies to absolutely all nutrients.

[@christianbuczko1481]

@@jasoncdebussy in this case there IS the appropriate amount in the lower salt version, the other has excess..

[@jasoncdebussy]

@@christianbuczko1481 Incorrect again. Less does NOT mean appropriate. This is not a difficult concept but you seem unable to grasp it.

[@Benjimikey]

I use diced spam for the kids special fried rice, which is the diced ham and scrambled eggs with plain white rice added along with peas, sweetcorn and carrots with soya sauce and oyster sauce added in the wok. They love it quick and easy to make

[@HaroldSeaman]

I've tried both for fishing and the carp prefer the proper spam, they also prefer hovis toastie bread over the cheap stuff, it's not just us lot who are fussy 😂

[@rlittlewood6343]

I remember feeding fish with bread & they definitely prefered the brown bread

[@dieselbushcraft1299]

A lot of people turn their noses up at Spam or any of the other canned meats. I say everything in moderation. I love Crispy Spam Egg n Bean sarnies or in a meal especially when camping. As I was growing up mum used to occasionally put Chapped Ham n Pork sarnies up if we were going out on a picnic. Bring it on is what I say.

[@wane5155]

You can use the can as a guide to cut straight pieces of spam and desired thickness as it comes out

[@tonywetherill8513]

Spam, absolutely love Spam, since I was a kid spam, and eggs 😂 do you remember bacon grill in Military Army Rations

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Bacon grill ah yes

[@bartram33]

Handy tip, keep the empty cans, they are perfect for when you’re cleaning paint brushes👍

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Great idea!!

[@desertrat5782]

On the front of spam tin did it not say 90% meat on the back 89% was that right

[@nickknowles1981]

It's 32.5 p cheaper per 100 grams not overall, it's a shame you do not have a Lidl near you, both equally as good in my opinion. Keep up the great vids mate

[@PotatoPirate123]

It's not really reflective anyway as a bigger tin will always work out cheaper. It's about £1.30 per 100g or more for a 200g tin of Spam at most supermarkets so it's easier to just say that the Aldi one is about half the price (or 68p per 100g). I don't think anyone but a proper Spam addict buys the big tins, but even then it's clear you're not getting as good value even by buying the larger pack

[@DebraElias-uc6yz]

HI GARETH DEBRA HERE FROM SOUTH WALES Seens to be exactly the same product made in the same factory but just placed into different cans. The ingredient marked as ham and pork leg are the same ingredient. So they should taste exactly identical to each other Proves a point that what you are paying for is the brand name.

[@iamphoenix6310]

Well one has more salt so you're gonna taste that more in the Spam.

[@devonsteve2347]

If ever its difficult to slide out, just drop the tin into some boiled water for a couple of seconds, slides out a dream then:) We used to call it by its nickname; “PINK LINT” I do think your taking the ‘Cross contamination’ a bit too extreme 😊

[@johndavis7944]

Pink Lint? Lol 😅Love that name. I'm going to whiteboard it so I will remember.

[@devonsteve2347]

@@johndavis7944 yeah, generic term for luncheon meat :) (reminds you of the old cloth pink plasters 😃)

[@dihuxtable7075]

Grew up on Spam fried. as is spam fritter also cut in chunks 2cups of rice chicken oxo 2cups of water and bake in the oven last half hour cook uncovered. Add veg cheese topping. Onion at the beginning if liked. Cooked that cis I had nothing else in and sounds crap but was tasty great show Gareth

[@M0ODS]

When opening the cans, no need to pop them in the fridge. Just turn the cans over and pierce with a tin opener. That lets air in and gets rid of the vacuum caused by the fat around the meat, and the meat will slide out.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Yes good idea mate

[@JohnOConnor-l3u]

There are some excelent budget range products in most supermarkets now. Well worth shopping around in these trying times. Keep up the good work.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers

[@ukar69]

I had some Spam recently for the first time in years. Smells disgusting when frying it but tastes good. I don't think my heart would appreciate me eating it regularly.

[@780jodie]

if u make a hole in the other end when u lift ring pull should be easy or if u got a tin opener then open both ends and push thru

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks 👍

[@benaldridge2887]

It’s 920 pm in Perth Aus BFG. I just got in from work. So glad your on pal. Funny as usual! Lmfao. Love your work boss

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

You're welcome 😊

[@gerhard6105]

Nice video. I am Dutch so we have this too but the cans from Easten Germany were very tasty too, during those days. We ate it when we were there, visiting family. They had a sort of gelly on top, inside the can. I did not see that gelly on your spam. You can chop it in mini squares and mix it in the macaroni saus/salat.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Sounds great!

[@graham108]

Your accent is class bro, is it Yorkshire? 😁

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cumbria but I've lived all over

[@johnbowyer6902]

And with a hot mustard spread over the top in a crusty roll.😊

[@racingrooster4642]

Conclusion , Bramwells is best value and healthier too,another great comparison test Gareth.

[@kristenallen5942]

If you open cans with tin opener on opposite end of the cans to then it’s easier to push the meat out

[@jameswatters9592]

Have I missed it or what but I dont seem to ever see mentioned Spam or corned beef fritters, staple in our house back in the 50's

[@howdunn]

Gareth I've just tried Aldis chopped pork and ham with mushrooms and rice in my stuffed peppers instead of Spam and I think the Spam has more flavour. Keep up the good work.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Sounds great!

[@philipmckeon8944]

I bought a tin of spam last month and it cost me €5.40! I love spam ad got it as a treat because of the price. Never again. I can buy a large chicken for less to feed the family and then some. 👍

[@JohnOConnor-l3u]

@philipmckeon. Good point well made

[@philipmckeon8944]

Thank you sir. 👍

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks for sharing!

[@PUTDEVICE]

cold Spam or pressed ham from the fridge, with a legym salad of boiled diced carrots, green peas mixed in mayonnaise and whipped cream, a little white pepper. served with boiled potatoes.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Sounds great!

[@davidhall4914]

Can you do a taste one on Aldi Meadow flower margarine against Clover margarine.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Great suggestion!

[@billabongoneill]

How to get Spam from the can, keep at room temperature remove the lid then smack the open end down on a wooden chopping board then shake the Spam from the tin onto a plate works every time.

[@Cybertruck1000]

Recently started watching your channel (subscribed) and I'm gradually working through your older episodes. It's a bit of a treat and I'm not binging on them, more savouring. You are a natural and I can very much imagine the Monty Python sketch based on you.😃

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Haha cheers mate, enjoy 😉

[@chriscringle7740]

2 knives to avoid cross contamination but frying both together the oil coming out will taint the other

[@Kty27-65]

Spam & chips ! Takes me back 😂

[@JohnOConnor-l3u]

@CathyB52 Sounds to me like a fried egg would round it of nicely!

[@JacquelineBaylis1948]

I thought the Aldi one was on your left and the spam on your right but in the video you changed it ! did I get it wrong?

[@Miss-Stakes]

You can open the underside with can opener, then open top and push it out. I loved spam as a kid and bought a tin a little while ago, the salt nearly blew my head off with 2 slices. A small bit you had probably was enjoyable, but more and the salt really gets to you. I will pick an aldi one up to try.

[@JanetBrown-px2jn]

Spam come in a lower salt version,also one that has bacon in it.

[@Miss-Stakes]

@@JanetBrown-px2jn is it as good? I'm not keen on strong bacon tastes in other foods 🤔

[@JanetBrown-px2jn]

@@Miss-Stakes Honestly I haven’t tried the one with the bacon,I just saw it in the store,also jalapeño,I buy the low salt to make home made fried rice,I use half a tin,and put the rest in the freezer,and make myself enough rice for two meals.

[@Miss-Stakes]

@JanetBrown-px2jn there's a jalapeno one? I'll have to keep a eye out, I only thought they did 1 type haha thanks for the info 👍

[@simongray7620]

here is a real top tip use a tin opener on the bottom of the tin then just push the meat out

[@janinehawkins9565]

I remember spam fried in batter at school, with chips and a pink gravy!. Just find it too salty nowadays. Always handy to have a tin just in case though. Great vlog.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

So good!