What's your Snack food?

[Toxic_Avenger]

What's your favourite snacks? For watchin' tv, on the computer, while driving or playing sport etc?

I've just laid down another batch of Habanero chilli and soy beef jerky. It's a great snack while camping, or a meal in its own right, and is fairly shelf stable.
I make mine HOT. the current batch is topside steak, in strips against the grain with a 10x10mm cross section. Marinated in soy sauce, habanero peppers, chilli flakes, Ancho chilli powder, smoked paprika, and some 'other spices'. 48hrs in the dehydrator and it's game on!
The chilli death sauce spice paste
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I've also been into sunflower seeds (roasted in the shell). There is a bit of a knack to eating them, as you need to crack the shell in your teeth and get the kernel out, then spit out the shell. It's something to do, as well as something to eat. Great while driving long distances if you're the hungry fidgety type like me [thumbsupbig]
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[Homestar]

Beer.

[Toxic_Avenger]

Why not have both?!

[trout1105]

I am rather fond of those prawn or crab crackers that look like little plastic discs before you deep fry them into delicious fluffy chips [thumbsupbig]
When I am driving I like to have a mix of nuts and dried fruit on hand and of course a Bloody big jar of Lollies [biggrin][bigrolf]

[V8Ian]

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[trout1105]

Mmmmm Tim Tams.
That's just cruel, I don't have any in the cupboard [bawl]

[grey_ghost]

What don’t I like? Lol! Mostly though - potato chips... [emoji1303][emoji3]

[trout1105]

What's your favourite snacks? For watchin' tv, on the computer, while driving or playing sport etc?

I've just laid down another batch of Habanero chilli and soy beef jerky. It's a great snack while camping, or a meal in its own right, and is fairly shelf stable.
I make mine HOT. the current batch is topside steak, in strips against the grain with a 10x10mm cross section. Marinated in soy sauce, habanero peppers, chilli flakes, Ancho chilli powder, smoked paprika, and some 'other spices'. 48hrs in the dehydrator and it's game on!
The chilli death sauce spice paste


Marinating



I've also been into sunflower seeds (roasted in the shell). There is a bit of a knack to eating them, as you need to crack the shell in your teeth and get the kernel out, then spit out the shell. It's something to do, as well as something to eat. Great while driving long distances if your the hungry fidgety type like me [thumbsupbig]


Put a few of these "Nasties" in your marinade, Guaranteed to make your eyes water [bigwhistle]
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[Toxic_Avenger]

Are they the carolina reaper?

I dipped my finger in the marinade I made this arvo. Tounge went numb and I had a bit of the old eye water going on. Totally worth it!

[trout1105]

Are they the carolina reaper?

I dipped my finger in the marinade I made this arvo. Tounge went numb and I had a bit of the old eye water going on. Totally worth it!

Yes they are
carolina reaper's, Nasty little buggers.
I made a batch of chilli mussels once with half of one of these in it and it was inedible, I only grow them because the fruit looks nice But eating them is out of the question.

[V8Ian]

Mmmmm Tim Tams.
That's just cruel, I don't have any in the cupboard [bawl]Have one or two of mine, Trout. [bigsmile]
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[EastFreo]

Salt and vinegar chips. Can never go past them!

[trog]

Roasted peanuts , but still in the shell. The process moderates the consumption, but if a quick fix is needed I will spoon out a jar of peanut butter

[Gordie]

Roasted peanuts , but still in the shell. The process moderates the consumption, but if a quick fix is needed I will spoon out a jar of peanut butterRelieved to hear that I am not the only one who does the peanut butter thing...

[Toxic_Avenger]

Guilty as charged. Peanut butter is my penultimate kryptonite. I'll put half a jar on toast if you let me!

[trog]

Skip the toast and just go for an extra spoonful!

[trout1105]

Skip the toast and just go for an extra spoonful!

I guess you Blokes haven't heard of Nutella [biggrin]

[trog]

Seen the ads , read about the riots over cheap prices , but the humble peanut will always win out. Don’t recall ever seeing Nutella as a bar snack 🥜 +🍺 = 😁

[loanrangie]

Arnotts BBQ shapes original recipe, i can demolish a box in minutes. Salt and vinegar are next favourite but sometimes when i'm in the mood for a sugar fix and go for snakes, jelly babies or any soft jelly type lolly.

[NavyDiver]

had some of these while out running today

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[trout1105]

had some of these while out running today

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Eat too many of these and the runs will continue [bigwhistle]

[Toxic_Avenger]

Yeah, and don't run thru the bush they grow on either!
Don't ask me how I know.

[Gordie]

Yeah, and don't run thru the bush they grow on either!
Don't ask me how I know.I doubt anyone has managed to run through one of those bushes....more like run at it!!

[67hardtop]

Toxic, they look like ULTRA BUM BURNERS!!!

Cheers Rod

[Toxic_Avenger]

Toxic, they look like ULTRA BUM BURNERS!!!

Cheers Rod

Dehydrate, my pretties...

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[NavyDiver]

I doubt anyone has managed to run through one of those bushes....more like run at it!!
Deer hunting and bush walking has seen the addition of secateurs to my back pack for essentiel crossings, Running past not though blackberries is highly recomended [biggrin]

PS CCs on the snack list tonight

[carjunkieanon]

Relieved to hear that I am not the only one who does the peanut butter thing...

Joey- Peanut butter fingers - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EvRz_R32GsM)

[trout1105]

Quite often when I am away camping I will chop some cheese into small squares, slice up some sweet gherkins and open up a tin or two of smoked oysters/mussels and have these with Beer and Arnott shapes, Makes for a nice little snack at the end of the day whilst waiting for a roast to cook on the WebberQ or in the camp oven [thumbsupbig]

[Mal]

I guess you Blokes haven't heard of Nutella [biggrin]Yes but the only thing I'm allergic to hazelnuts. ..

[Tombie]

Quite often when I am away camping I will chop some cheese into small squares, slice up some sweet gherkins and open up a tin or two of smoked oysters/mussels and have these with Beer and Arnott shapes, Makes for a nice little snack at the end of the day whilst waiting for a roast to cook on the WebberQ or in the camp oven [thumbsupbig]

Now you’re talking!!!

[Toxic_Avenger]

... and here I am eating peanut butter like a peasant, while captain fancy-pants here has cracked open the fine dining [wink11]

[rick130]

Funny how tastes are so different.

I can't abide peanut butter, but my sister always ate it straight out of the jar and still does.

I like fresh, raw cashews, raw macadamias, and sweet potato chips for snacking. They are my go to's for road trips.
Used to be right into sunflower seeds and pepitas with the nuts too, but haven't bought any for ages.
Japanese black sesame and rice crackers are nice when I can find them.

[loanrangie]

I have recently been re-acquainting myself with tinned sardines, used to loved them spread on toast as a kid but for some reason i had forgotten about them.
Will add a few tins to my camping food kit.

[rick130]

I have recently been re-acquainting myself with tinned sardines, used to loved them spread on toast as a kid but for some reason i had forgotten about them.
Will add a few tins to my camping food kit.Sardines are good.
Been having them plus salmon for lunch lately.
Cheap and easy.

[trout1105]

Sardines are good.
Been having them plus salmon for lunch lately.
Cheap and easy.

I put some finely diced onion and lemon/lime juice with my sardines and mash them all together, They are Fantastic on toast or in a sanger and on top of that they are actually good for you [thumbsupbig]

[Gordie]

I put some finely diced onion and lemon/lime juice with my sardines and mash them all together, They are Fantastic on toast or in a sanger and on top of that they are actually good for you [thumbsupbig]That makes them sound a bit more tolerable...not sure I could just chow down on sardines alone.

[trout1105]

That makes them sound a bit more tolerable...not sure I could just chow down on sardines alone.

Like with many foods sardines may be an acquired taste But personally I have absolutely No problems eating them straight out of the tin [thumbsupbig]

[loanrangie]

I tried some home brand ones that werent great but the Brunswich in olive oil are very nice.
Lemon juice and baby capers would be good.

[jonesfam]

I put some finely diced onion and lemon/lime juice with my sardines and mash them all together, They are Fantastic on toast or in a sanger and on top of that they are actually good for you [thumbsupbig]

Snack food is NOT supposed to be good for you![tonguewink]

If it is good for you it is:
1. Not snack food.
2. Not worthy of being eaten.
3. Does not have the required nutritional values of a good snack food which is 0.

Just my Opinion.[smilebigeye]

Jonesfam

[trout1105]

Snack food is NOT supposed to be good for you![tonguewink]

If it is good for you it is:
1. Not snack food.
2. Not worthy of being eaten.
3. Does not have the required nutritional values of a good snack food which is 0.

Just my Opinion.[smilebigeye]

Jonesfam

Dog poo ??

[rick130]

Snack food is NOT supposed to be good for you![tonguewink]

If it is good for you it is:
1. Not snack food.
2. Not worthy of being eaten.
3. Does not have the required nutritional values of a good snack food which is 0.

Just my Opinion.[smilebigeye]

Jonesfam

OK, I'm having a few beers atm to counter the healthy stuff I eat. [biggrin]

and supporting local business as it's a Stone & Wood. [smilebigeye]

[trout1105]

Beer IS a health food Mate, An icy cold beer on a hot day is Very therapeutic [thumbsupbig][biggrin]

[rick130]

Yep.
The temp has finally dropped below 30* but the RH is still above 70% !
Beer helps!

Still, the climate is one thousand times better than where i've been living the last couple of years. (apologies to the rest of our Canberrans [bigwhistle])

[ramblingboy42]

Stone & Wood is very good beer.

Now you should some peanuts or pretzels with it. Then you have a snack.

[loanrangie]

Just testing an amber ale I bottled 12 days, very nice at this early stage.

[ramblingboy42]

I will be bottling a very interesting beer on tuesday....a Coopers special called Roger Roger.....smells fantastic.

[rick130]

Stone & Wood is very good beer.

Now you should some peanuts or pretzels with it. Then you have a snack.

Actually had some Jamón Serrano. [smilebigeye]

[trout1105]

I would have to say that the Best snack food to have with Beer has to be Prawns [bigrolf]

[RANDLOVER]

I've just finished the last of my Hot Cross buns, (they keep well in the fridge). I like them hot or cold, toasted or plain, even if some people like to call them Satan Cakes.

[Saitch]

Home made pickled jalapenos, chillies and a chilli sauce, normally accompanied by olives, pickled carrots and daikon, Emmentaler (or the like) cheese and a couple of Coopers Green Pale Ales.
I find a sweet Lady Finger banana, cut in to rings, goes nicely with the heat too. Not to everyones taste though.
I do have a carton of Coopers 2017 Extra Strong Vintage Ale sitting on the top shelf of my wardrobe, which will be sampled next year, for which I will be constructing a "Special Edition" chilli condiment as an accompaniment.

ToxicAvenger, with your permission, I might have a crack at your jerky method using a chilli paste I have from '15.

[Toxic_Avenger]

Go nuts, there can never be too much jerky in the world. Especially the hot stuff. Tip- make it 5x hotter than you think it needs to be- the marinade only leaves a fraction of the heat in the jerky once it dries.

My grandfather made a chili jam he named 'coldboy candy' it was lovely, the little jar lasted me about 3 days.

[Stuck]

If I've had a few beers it's M&M's. In a more sober environment it's some sort of dried fruit and nut mix (non chocolate).

[Milton477]

Biltong.

[Toxic_Avenger]

Biltong.

Do you make it yourself? If so, more details!
I've never made biltong, so interested to know

[Tombie]

Do you make it yourself? If so, more details!
I've never made biltong, so interested to know

Plenty of recipes online Mitch... add your own twist to them [emoji41]

[Milton477]

Have made it in the past but now I buy it from Springbok Foods in North Lakes. It is a good low carbohydrate, high protein food.

[Bigbjorn]

Nuts, particularly dry roasted cashews, roasted peanuts in the shell, macadamias. Dried fruit. Ginger slices and mango slices are favourites. Most olives. Thin sliced hot sopressa. Stoysich ham jerky. Adam's clobassi, Schulte's mettwurst.

I have to resist buying clobassi at Adam's Smallgoods when I am in the vicinity. A whole loaf of clobassi seems to evaporate in a couple of days.

[Bigbjorn]

I guess you Blokes haven't heard of Nutella [biggrin]

Oh, nutella. I was thinking of the TV chef with the big bazoomas who has a similar name.[biggrin]

[Saitch]

Go nuts, there can never be too much jerky in the world. Especially the hot stuff. Tip- make it 5x hotter than you think it needs to be- the marinade only leaves a fraction of the heat in the jerky once it dries.

My grandfather made a chili jam he named 'coldboy candy' it was lovely, the little jar lasted me about 3 days.

Well, in the process now. I used a 250 g bottle of my very hot '15 chilli paste as well as some of my home made Worcestershire sauce, some garlic and soy sauce and secret 'erbs and spices. I'll offer report on Thursday.

[RANDLOVER]

I just had a custard filled croissant with shaved almonds and icing sugar sprinkled on it. Which got me thinking croissants are a great snack, hot or cold, sweet or savoury, I've never had a bad one, must be all the butter in them.

[Bigbjorn]

Ham jerky from a local butcher. Schulte's mettwurst. Ricci's Licorice, Roasted peanuts in the shell but what a bugger to eat whilst driving. And the mess!! Cashews in any shape or form. Beer particularly stout. Inc, I am about to have a Danish Skovlyst oatmeal stout. Eat your heart out.

[V8Ian]

Ham jerky from a local butcher. Schulte's mettwurst. Ricci's Licorice, Roasted peanuts in the shell but what a bugger to eat whilst driving. And the mess!! Cashews in any shape or form. Beer particularly stout. Inc, I am about to have a Danish Skovlyst oatmeal stout. Eat your heart out.
Particularly the chilli one.[bigsmile]

[Toxic_Avenger]

You're making me hungry.
Beer sticks are the best. Never had schultz's though.

[V8Ian]

You're making me hungry.
Beer sticks are the best. Never had schultz's though.
Me neither, but Shulte's is good.[tonguewink]

[Stuck]

The latest one is Cadbury's Coconut Rough. Heroin for fat bastards.

[Bigbjorn]

Particularly the chilli one.[bigsmile]

Not enough chili. Alfio Cutuli at Stanthorpe makes a true Sicilian farmhouse chili salami. You enjoy it for a couple of days after eating. "The Ring of Fire, The Ring of fire".

[crash]

Bahuja snacks, pretzels and sunflower seeds.
Granola bars are a favourite for a mid morning snack at work.

[Tombie]

Coffee Protein shakes, Biltong, Roasted Crickets.

[DiscoMick]

Ned Kelly pie. Basically had everything, even an egg on top. Just a whole meal in a pie. Delicious!

[S3ute]

Boerie on a roll. With a nice cold Hansa in the other hand.

Lekker!

[ramblingboy42]

vegemite and Kraft cheddar cheese sambo

[S3ute]

vegemite and Kraft cheddar cheese sambo

Don’t mind that combo with fresh lettuce too.

Cheers,

Neil

[Bigbjorn]

vegemite and Kraft cheddar cheese sambo

on fresh multigrain toast with the vegemite laid on thick as grease.

[Saitch]

Three tiers of Chilli kangaroo jerky in the dehydrator for an upcoming fishing trip.
It makes a great air freshener throughout the house too.

[RANDLOVER]

vegemite and Kraft cheddar cheese sambo

I normally have vegemite sandwiches with honey or golden syrup, as I find the sweetness of the one, balances out the saltiness of the other.

[RANDLOVER]

Another weird salty-sweet combo is bacon and pancakes with maple syrup for breakfast, supposedly a Canadian thing according to my girlfriend at the time, it does taste good though.

[Bigbjorn]

Another weird salty-sweet combo is bacon and pancakes with maple syrup for breakfast, supposedly a Canadian thing according to my girlfriend at the time, it does taste good though.

Yanks are big on this for breakfast. I just replace the pancakes and syrup with more bacon. The other USA breakfast delicacy I can not face is biscuits (scones) and gravy. The gravy looks like something found on the floor of a taxi on Saturday night. Sausage is a patty of sausage mince and proper sausages are called links. Sausage and corn bread is a popular breakfast dish particularly in the South. The corn bread is a saucer sized piece 1" - 1/1. 5" thick fresh made in a frying pan. Quite good in most diners.

[S3ute]

The other USA breakfast delicacy I can not face is biscuits (scones) and gravy. The gravy looks like something found on the floor of a taxi on Saturday night.

Hello from Brisbane.

Reminds me of a trip I took to the USA with the family back in 1997. I was travelling back to Chicago with my late father-in-law early one morning and decided to stop over for breakfast in a small rural town. Settled in the stalls of the town's only diner, the waitress asked what we wanted and my father-in-law said that he wasn't very hungry (wary/weary of the size of US breakfasts) and saw biscuits on the menu. So, thinking that he was getting something like a cup of coffee and a couple of johnny cakes he ordered them. Something looking like a chamber pot filled with - your description is apt - turned up at the table and with some embarrassment he was looking around for the waitress to suggest that the order was wrong. I told him to dig his fork into the pot and would likely find a couple of scones somewhere in there - correct as it turned out.....

The waitress was cute and the coffee was OK.

Cheers,

Neil

[jonesfam]

Promite & Peanut paste on toasted English Muffins or Rasin toast :)
Pleanty of Peanut Past, a thin spread of Promite.
Vegemite is just wrong.
Jonesfam

[bob10]

Thai meat jerky, I think it is called. Simple to make, may have to adjust the chillie component to taste. From the self sufficient me site. Cyrovac for long life.


YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch'time_continue=100&v=5GsFdFGampo)

[Tombie]

It’s good stuff.

[Homestar]

Promite & Peanut paste on toasted English Muffins or Rasin toast :)
Pleanty of Peanut Past, a thin spread of Promite.
Vegemite is just wrong.
Jonesfam

Au contraire my friend. Promite is the wrong part. Too sweet and not as strong as Vegemite.

[Bigbjorn]

Au contraire my friend. Promite is the wrong part. Too sweet and not as strong as Vegemite.

Must be Vegemite laid on with a heavy hand not a boarding house scrape.

[bob10]

Too much sugar in Promite, if you are diabetic.

Vegemite has 2.2g of sugar per 100g

Promite has 18g of sugar per 100g