WOW! 58p NEW Everyday Essentials BATTERED FISH FILLETS

[@TheCho-k4m]

For a struggling family that is a very viable basis of meal or lunch. For £1 a head you could feed them all. Well done Aldi, in current times families need access to good quality, real food at fair prices.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

So true!

[@xvsupremacy7190]

Yes everybody go to Aldi, because I am still fuming at M & S planning on going Ctedit Card only. Have a piece of that fish I fry it, do sautéed potatoes , and mushy peas with mint sauce on . A perfectly acceptable meal for two.

[@tonywetherill8513]

Could you please tell me the name of that little silver oven?

[@stevenyoung9584]

he said, sage.

[@SirReginaldBlomfield1234]

If I had a family I wouldn't feed them that cheap Pollock crap. If people can't afford to feed their family they should keep it zipped.

[@johnancill7397]

The ironic thing is we are an island surrounded by fish and these fillets have traveled a very long way to get on our plates😊

[@chucky2316]

Yet there is loads pay 50 quid to go on a charter you can catch loads of the things at decent size

[@keithjames2450]

The French and Spanish have nicked all the fish around the British Isles!

[@enarabone2555]

​@@keithjames2450 too true and it's not just them either!

[@trishamorr7824]

this reminds me of a nye bevan quote from many years ago " this island is made mainly of coal and surrounded by fish, only an organisational genius could produce a shortage of both coal and fish at the same time ".

[@ab4113]

Not keen on Pollock, but for that price, its a bargin

[@WolfmanWoody]

Nothing wrong with pollock, we used to catch them off Anglesey breakwater. You will get small grey-ish bits in them, but all edible and tasty. At 58p a real bargain. Thanks Gareth.

[@buddyhek]

Pollack is as good as cod any day.

[@WolfmanWoody]

@@buddyhek As is coalie, another member of the pollock family, so long as you eat it fresh.

[@WolfmanWoody]

@@andyjones68 Yes, I meant to say Holyhead breakwater. Used to get big bullhuss there too. One of my friends lives on Anglesey.

[@stephenrowlands843]

I reckon you mean Holyhead breakwater. :)

[@richard-gn3es]

@@WolfmanWoody i do like a bit of huss don't see it in the chippies anymore sadly

[@Mark1405Leeds]

Batter is always thicker on these oven things! These look good value! Nothing wrong with these cheaper white fish at all! [I love Coley]

[@FrankandDave583]

Tried these today Gareth after watching your review. Did them for hubby for lunch on a fish and pea sandwich with mayo. He said it was lovely. Thanks for your reviews your never far wrong!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Glad they are OK 👍 you're welcome 😊

[@jamielee9350]

Pollack fillets are vertical cuts from the body, starting at the backbone and working down to the belly. Pollock loins are thick fillets cut from larger fish, and chiefly comprise the main section of fillet above the fish's lateral line, which starts behind the head and ends behind the dorsal fin. These you have are not proper fillets , they are offcuts of a fillet mechanically formed to make the product. On the other hand , I still prefer Pollack to Cod. Like tuna or salmon, pollock is a good source of protein and is low in saturated fat. Pollock is also low in calories and a good source of vitamin B12, phosphorus, and selenium. Other nutritional minerals you can find in pollock include calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, sodium, zinc, and vitamin A. See you on the live show.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Great Jamie good information 👏 see you later on

[@jamielee9350]

@@judyfrosini3431 If you read it correctly , I prefer pollock . I was pointing out that the wording on the label was misinforming. They have put offcuts together to make a it look like a fillet. If they had just put "Battered Pollock" it would have been perfect. They do have all the same nutritional value as salmon and tuna. Absolutely nothing wrong with the product , just how they have labelled it.

[@nicolavallely8076]

I love Aldi everyday essentials food,cheese,beans,chicken slices now I am going to try these cos I love fish, just love the way you promote these food products xx

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

So good!

[@ThePurplesquish]

Great review! I've recently made Aldi my main supermarket, after going into shock too many times at the price of Morrisons and Asda. I find frozen fish fillets are usually a bit bitter, but these look good. Definitely going to try them.

[@murlock666]

The batter may be thick. But at least it doesn't fall off. Pretty good value if you ask me. ;) Cheers Gareth!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

You're welcome

[@mmwaashumslowww7167]

I never doubted them for a minute once I saw the packaging. Do you remember those awful smart price fillets, that asda did around the mid 2000s? Ground up fish skins compressed and shaped into a fillet.

[@mimikurtz2162]

That's what the packet says these are: pieces reformed into a fillet shape. And half of it is batter for a similar price to frozen 100% pollack whole fillet. You're paying over £4 per kilo for flour, oil and water, otherwise known as bread.

[@mmwaashumslowww7167]

@@mimikurtz2162 Yes, you are correct. They are reformed pieces of fish but good quality pieces. Good value? probably not with thick batter.Those asda smart price ones were really something else, hard to describe the taste but most people never got past the first mouthful they were that rank. If you ever had any, then you will know what I mean.

[@coffeeguy6673]

Gaz, you'd make a really good instructor. Nice speed of delivery, very concise and clear and a great sense of humour. Nice review mate, cheers !

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thank you kindly

[@stephenguppy7882]

Yes, I've had these and the essentials fish fingers too. Great with mash or new potatoes, carrots and peas. Tasty easy and sound. Thanks Gaz, we need more of this sort of thing!😊👍

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

You're welcome

[@billykershaw2781]

Love the high pitched ring of the knife on the batter.....

[@philbachmann6398]

Unfortunately, heavy batter is common in this type of product, here in Oz too Well done! 🙏🇦🇺

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers Phil

[@TheCho-k4m]

Very good pricing that. I'm intrigued. Thanks for the video chief.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

No problem 👍

[@lindawarren171]

You do make me smile gaz! The way you put your fork up in the air and then shove it in your gob like you’re doing the bush tucker trial! The look of concentration on your face is priceless! Thanks for the videos darling!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

You're welcome

[@SuperLittleTyke]

What makes me laugh is how he nearly always manages to drop something off the fork. Plus, the way he exclaims "Oh no!" as if it's a complete surprise. Smaller bites! Or bigger fork. Or a spoon.

[@martindunstan8043]

Hi Gaz👍well that looked pretty damn good and with that price point it's definitely worth a go even if people prefer cod/haddock. Brilliant review as always buddy. Take care and see you in the live✌️🍻

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers see you later

[@jennyhartshorne8659]

They tasted ok had them with chips mushy peas and tartar sauce nice cheap chippy tea

[@Wellygigs]

Another great review. This format would not work on normal telly but it's a must see channel for thousands of us. We would sooner watch you cook and eat a meal than any of the clap trap on normal telly..( Thats meant as a compliment sir ) looking forward to.the next review. Best wishes to you and yours.

[@jwsuicides8095]

I don't bother with t'telly these days.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Much appreciated!

[@michelletulloch2987]

That looked OK for the price. I prefer thinner batter but 58p worth a try.

[@carlworrall]

ohh you have started the batter debate,i hate crispy batter needs to be soggy and thick

[@paulballinger1218]

They look good & at 58p a piece fantastic value...that's the Aldi we know & love 👍

[@cherylfoster9147]

Work for Aldi. Gona try these. Thanx.👍👍👍🤤🤤

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Hope you enjoy

[@cherylfoster9147]

Will do👍

[@SuperLittleTyke]

Bravo! It's great to see such enthusiasm for pollock. We don't eat nearly enough of it. We have the usual staples, cod and haddock, and people turn their noses up at pollock, even though it's part of the cod family. If only fish and chip shops could be encouraged to serve battered pollock as an alternative. Recently I tried Aldi's Essentials fish fingers and they were great, too. And very inexpensive.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

So nice of you

[@ktb9369]

I'm a fish snob only haddock for me occasionally cod. Maybe they should try flavouring the cheaper fish haddockly lol

[@SuperLittleTyke]

@@ktb9369 No need for flavouring. Pollock has a nice mild taste and we should eat much more of if to conserve stocks of cod and haddock.

[@SeanHogan.]

Another great video!! Always good to hear a cheap meal tasting good!!

[@Antsummerfield83]

I’m glad you have reviews these I purchased these last week but I’m yet to try them. Thank you

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Hope you enjoy!

[@vanessahawkhead6316]

Thanks for this review I’m definitely trying these Gareth you sophisticated devil… at that price you can’t go wrong 😊

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Glad you like them!

[@vanessahawkhead6316]

@@Vape636 🤣🤣🤣

[@skyll4141]

great value that. Two birds eye ones are well over 2 quid now in the local shop and they are tiny..

[@davidhuddleston3127]

Mrs d Huddleston here 😀 I will defo be trying them on my students when they are here they look as good as they must taste

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thank you kindly

[@cabottaxi]

Think I'll stick to my haddock in beer batter. The things you put into your stomach Gareth to entertain your subscribers should earn you a medal.

[@SuperLittleTyke]

Your freezer tea today reminded me of the review you did of Aldi Everyday Essentials Battered Fish Fillets. Last Tuesday I was in Aldi and wanted to buy these again. However, the box is no longer blue, it's red! And Aldi have stuck a "I'm new!" sticker on. But inside still the same battered pollock fillets and just as tasty.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Sounds great!

[@kathywolfe6606]

I'm new here and i love your channel! My aldi in the states has different items of course but i'm keeping an eye out for something similar. Hello from Alabama!!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Hello Kathy in Alabama

[@frothe42]

These fish filets are what I'm used to. Good price!

[@citizenseventies6738]

Deffo going Aldi later, I would eat two of those with mushy peas and a few chunky chips and tartare sauce.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Enjoy

[@Yorkmedia1]

Really good value for money for people who are struggling with money Another honest food review great video

[@55billijay]

Well done Gareth, another great find. I'm quite frankly fed up with the soggy offerings from the big brands. These look great. Cheers Gareth

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks 👍

[@wilderbeestmcc6539]

Very nice them😃£2:38 has to be good… Chips, mayo and mushy peas…bread and butter…Yummy.👍

[@Keinerboy]

Remembered this video whilst in Aldi and thought i would try these. Not impressed at all. BFG got lucky because he had mostly white fish whereas mine were all grey. Good price but will definitely buy the Youngs or Birds eye next time. 😀

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Sorry to hear that

[@doreenbroomfield2614]

They look nice can’t go wrong with the price great reviews thanks

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

No problem 👍

[@hobsonp67]

I’ve tried the Tesco Heart Food Co frozen fish in batter. They felt a bit mushy inside like the fish was minced & shaped. These look a lot nicer and I’m sure they are cheaper. Tend not to go to Aldi as it is always busy and looks cluttered much prefer Lidl but will have to have a revisit. Good to shop around!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

These were good

[@Ray.Norrish]

It's still machine offcuts from the filleting process though. You can see the word salad on the packaging trying to brush that over.

[@robshaw1294]

They look good , I’m in Aldi tomorrow . Thanks

[@andrewluty5657]

They`ll do for me !! Like the crunch, that`s a good sign, brilliant video once again, keep `em coming. Best wishes from Lincoln.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Many thanks!

[@gitaryddcymraeg8816]

I really like Pollock. What I don't like is when some brands say "white fish", without saying what fish it contains. A really nice fish that most people have probably not even heard of is "Hoki". If you ever see Hoki while you're shopping, you should give it a try, mate. It is really nice. It's a white fish with a mild sweet flavour. Similar to a Cod flavour but has a little bit more flavour.

[@MrHairyNeck]

Interesting review. Makes you think why some fillets are six times as much elsewhere. Thanks.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks for watching!

[@HaroldSeaman]

Where's the tartar sauce 👍

[@acid3137]

Yep, gonna try these next time I'm at Aldi. Quick tip tho G, don't bother with the Aldi posh lobster mac n cheese, 6quid and not worth even half that! (saying that, a review would be fun!)

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

I think I've reviewed it lol

[@Tracey2719]

Hiya Gareth I tried these and I thought they were really nice I also tried the the essential fish fingers and there really nice too 😊Thankyou for reviewing ❤

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Glad you like them!

[@jonathanb1]

Had these yesterday with chips and beans. Tasty. Cheaper than Iceland.

[@terrikps4079]

WOW what a bargain, 58p per portion what a find Gareth, will definately buy these.

[@matt-f1c]

IDK how I cake upon your channel but thanks 🙏 it’s brilliant, loads of advice ..

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

You’re welcome 😊

[@Healingpoppy]

They look bang on, thanks Gaz. I'm thinking of people who probably fell behind with those hideous gas bills last winter, this is exactly what folk need if they need to save a few pence per portion and there's nowt wrong with pollock, it's tasty fish, I'm going to buy some of those 😎 Have a good evening.

[@unysis212]

They look good for the price. Good to see the air fryer making a comeback too - cheaper to buy then the Sage & cheaper to use.

[@RunninWithScissors]

It's basically the trimmings from a Pollock fillet pressed into shape and frozen. If i eat Pollock i'll only do it in a fish curry so the spices can hide the taste. If i eat this sort of fish it's Cod all the way.

[@lindabrand5144]

Good video Gaz yes we have had those fish fillets before definitely not to bad for the price😊

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Yes they are

[@susannah1184]

Nice one, thanks for the review. Some of Aldi and Lidl's food is really nice and good value xx

[@martianleaderrichy1520]

I saw these the other day but didn't get them because my air fryer isn't big enough to get a whole one in. From what I can see in the video, they look no worse than dearer ones from other higher brands. I got some fish nuggets from Lidl the other day and they were fine taste and value wise. Might get a Sage air fryer one day, look great. Great vlog as always, thank you 😀👍

[@davevansega1771]

Even if i eat the whole packet in one go its still great value !I shall try them.Great review.

[@peterwakelin1459]

Tesco's equivalent were £1-99 for four last time a looked but these look much better. These are thicker and the fish looks whiter.

[@sdj4112]

We love all of Aldi frozen fish products for taste and value.

[@aj8ky]

Hey Gareth another high quality video (pun intended). I haven’t tried These before, but earlier this year I started buying ALDIs Everyday Essentials Fish Fingers. You should definitely check them out as a good money saver on your channel. They were 10 fish fingers for 75p but last month at my local Aldi they went up to 80p. They’re really good for the money, pretty sure they’re also pollock , absolutely nothing wrong with them. I also feel less guilty when I have five fish fingers in one sandwich when it only costs 40p. All the best, m8!

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Cheers

[@paddyjoe1669]

That motorbike sound was a bloke away to get his bevy for tonight.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Haha yes

[@sharondimelow9481]

Thanks for the info, I went straight to Aldi before they run out because of you 😂 omg, they are delicious, lovely batter and tender white fish, thanks Hun xx

[@gerrylewis5281]

Back in 70's we used to sell Pollock, (aka, coley, saithe and coalfish), as food for. cats. Even back then I liked both it's taste and big flakes, I used to eat it quite often. Some disreputable chippies by smaller skinned fillets of Pollock or whiting and sell it as cod. That's why I never buy skinless fish from a chippie. Another less expensive option is huss, (aka, rock salmon, dogfish, bull huss, rock eel, flake and sweet William), it is a nice firm fish and comes without bones, as it just has a cartilage down it's spine. Some people won't think of eating it due to it being part of the shark family, but believe me when I say it is really tasty. 🦈🦈. As for getting 4 battered Pollock fillets @ .58p per fillet? It looks good, it's a very good price, it tastes good and it's a healthy food to eat. This could be the buy of the year. 👍👌👌👍.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

cheers Gerry, all the best pa. Thank you.

[@gerrylewis5281]

@@ElliHarper They certainly are Leslie, although with a difference here and there. In the same way as Cod and Haddock are related, as both fish come from the same Cod family genus. Pollock is also related to both Cod and Haddock. Because of the Cod famili genus. Just as other fish types are related, but come under different names, like Herring, Sardines, Anchovies, Sprats and Pilchards. So I guess the real answer is, yes they are the same, but different. In my far back years my family were nearly all fishmongers, or were until fish prices and catch size put an end to them all. Back then we used to mark them up as "Coley" or "Pollock" as people didn't mind eating Pollock, but Coley was purely for pets. Confusing I know, but as I knew what was what, I could eat either.

[@Ray.Norrish]

@@ElliHarper Same genus, different enough to not taste the same and have different texture though. Also, the cheaper Alaskan Pollack used in virtually all of these processed fish dishes are more closely related to Cod than pollock and inferior to the North Atlantic Pollack we are more familiar with. North Atlantic Pollack is not a major target species here, but should be as it is plentiful and excellent (better than Cod I'd say) For interest, Alaskan Pollack is virtually species identical to what we call "Whiting" in the UK, which routinely finds it's way into pet food and fertiliser.

[@paulinetaylor2812]

I must admit Gareth I do prefer my batter on the thicker side of thin, gonna get these 2moz, thanks for showing us these...bargain.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

No problem 👍

[@dannyhogi4953]

Spot on can't go wrong with that cheap meal for family tea time fish chips and beans etc

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

You got that right!

[@elvishards8161]

Fish chips n peas I prefer

[@dannyhogi4953]

@@BaldFoodieGuy yep and gets you all to sit down together and eat has a family and talk to each other mental health is a big killer now days by doing some it simple like this can't help you big time love your personality and your channel built some thing good here mate 👍

[@dannyhogi4953]

@@elvishards8161 yep over good one to have 👍

[@seamus9750]

Always a great lifesaver to have in the freezer along with some frozen chips and frozen peas. The auld airfryer is the business!!!

[@DetectingMooTubes]

Its quite a thick batter it's not umm,umm, umm a thin batter 😅 you really cheer me up .

[@CB-xr1eg]

Then he says, "it's thick, I know what you're thinking" 🤣

[@briancunningham5101]

Gareth what a great video I will be at the Aldi soon to buy them. Look good to have with salad

[@richardbutler4488]

Wonder how much they are in Ireland 🇮🇪 if Aldi stock them there? Looks decent for the price.

[@colb1416]

Spot on Gaz. Stop worrying about shadows mate. Great review.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks 👍

[@dalebaker9109]

Less then 60p a fish! Yes please Gaz. Marvellous price, you won’t get better value than then. Brilliant video. You can do fish and chips for the family, for next to nothing.

[@peterwalukiewicz6879]

Gareth, try the Iceland generic white fish fillets in batter in a sandwich made with their deli rolls (white or wholemeal), great value! The rolls fit the fillets perfectly.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Sounds great!

[@briancrannage7281]

My preference is battered haddock from Aldi 190c 14mins

[@derbyjohn972]

Looks spot on Gareth for the money 💰👍🏻👍🏻

[@colinraine8245]

Also known as Coley and is a close relation to Cod . They look great and I've had more expensive Youngs and Birds Eye that don't look that good .

[@Ray.Norrish]

Coley is Coalfish - different in so many ways. This isn't even the Pollock you think it is either - more closely related to whiting (still cod family though)

[@paulmorgan6269]

Another cracking video. Spot on.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@brewsterkits]

I think the light is ok,looks quite nice, I have Young's fish to try today, yours is cheaper!!😮 Catch you later if I am still awake😁😁

[@anthonyharrison8584]

Fish, small portion of Chips and a carton of Mushy Peas from my local chippy £11.20,, it's a good job there's one of those Heart Jump Start machines in our village.

[@77moessa]

You loved them gaz..!😂 Cant go wrong with 0.58p for a crispy fishfillet from Aldi...! My advice is to let them cool down for 10 mins. Then tuck in. Spot on..👌

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

I did lol very good 👍

[@AllanNeaves-qn3zr]

Gonna be a long day Gareth, in this day and age a fair price for a family meal is to be shouted out😮 add chips 🍟, mushy peas, about £1per meal😊😊.The trouble is people.Ok this time we're told it's Pollock, a load of Pollocks.Other items "fish fillet " or "meat pie" maybe "meat curry" I fear the unknown, tell me cod fillet, steak pie,chicken curry 🥘 But that said it looked fine,so fairplay.A quick note on chippy fish.Rock salmon aka Huss is climbing the charts as cheaper than cod. Just saying 😊 I'll try and drop in later, but enjoy the gig,the chat,AND the beer. Take care,keep vloging. Raise a glass to your channel Cheers 🥂

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thank you kindly

[@suereeves5994]

it only seems a couple of weeks ago I was watching you and your family on Christmas day. time goes by so fast. that fish seemed good for the money, prices are rising so much.

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Happy holidays!

[@noelmcgrath1808]

Use a angel ring for better lighting about a tenner from b&m

[@muskerp]

looks about 50 50 fish vs other stuff maybe i am being harsh - love your vids

[@_Uh_Oh_]

I will grab some of these!

[@dickietrickle]

Dark bits are nothing, it's just where the skin and bone was attached. Some people wrongly think it's the fish going off.

[@annettewalter2273]

They look alright. I would buy those, I have fish all the time. I don’t eat much meat, mostly fish.

[@Ray.Norrish]

You won't be eating much fish with these either unless you scrape the batter off.

[@warriorsw6534]

Plenty of people cant afford £1 a head meals even before these silly price rises . politicians expect them to survive on water and a tin of beans and keep there mates who own big companies in cheap foreign labour which makes our own poor even poorer. Great aldi are actually trying to offer a decent food product . If you go to tesco they only stock very low levels of stockwell branded products i assume to deter lots buying them thus not making enough money towards its next cheapest alternative.

[@tracey8698]

Im gonna buy them and i can't believe the price 😮its like £4 for 2 fish in Iceland

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Enjoy and thank you

[@briancusworth]

Very tempted to buy those

[@tea-chip-cookies]

They're £2.35 now where I live! 😔

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Oh dear

[@sindento1942]

These are surprisingly good for the price.

[@howdunn]

Gareth I'm eating these fish fillets and you're spot on They are delicious

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Nice one tasty

[@edmundblackaddercoc8522]

I always check where they are fished from, a lot come from Indonesia, China or Vietnam these days including seafood, check the labels peeps.

[@chucky2316]

I'm in Devon alot of our seafood never enters a local or English guys mouth, all destined for posh restraunts

[@Coxy-b34]

What difference does it make where it comes from?

[@Ray.Norrish]

@@Coxy-b34 Polluted fish farms, excessive antibiotics, injected water. You know, nothing to worry about.

[@danielvallelunga1596]

🐟 🐟 🎣 🎣 Hey Gareth!!!!! ❤ 😊

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Morning!

[@DivertissementMonas1664]

Great info on the use of your kitchen gadets. If you had to choose between the air fryer and the Sage; which one would you pick?🙂

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Like them both for different foods

[@williamfrazer8691]

That's more like it. Good price and respectable product. M & S could learn from ALDI.

[@Pattie444]

Looks well worth buying, especially when shopping on a budget

[@6643bear]

Hi Gareth, what a quality product for its price point must get some . Great video. Regards mark

[@BaldFoodieGuy]

Thanks 👍

[@andyarmstrong1493]

Amazing price!

[@sonarand]

Pollock is a member of the Cod family, should eat more of it. Batts tartar sauce from Lidl, superb.

[@royfearn4345]

If you're short of cash, pollock is okay, but I prefer it without batter because pollock or coley make a good cheap basis for a fish curry.