(Part 3) Best snack foods according to redditors

My family buys the Golden Island Korean Barbecue jerky from Costco, shit is delicious and its like 12 bucks for 2 14.5oz packs.

Been having it with Shredded Pork Floss since I was a kid.
https://www.amazon.com/Formosa-Brand-Pork-Sung-18/dp/B0051D83SW

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0051D83SW/ref=pd_aw_fbt_325_img_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=SK3RNVT3W20DK08B5K5N did it look like this? American dude looking for it on google 😅

Korean-style roasted seaweed, AKA nori. One package has about 1g carbs. They're good for a savory snack, sort of like an alternative to chips. Here are three kinds that I've tried, all tasty:

• https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MXEWLQJ/
  
  
• https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B005OHBN1Y/
  
  
• https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ECY8I1W/
  
  Stevia drink flavoring — the only one I like enough to repurchase is the berry flavor, but it's worth trying all the flavors to see which you prefer.
  
  Psyllium husks: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000N7DP6G/

You must be looking at a different flavor. This is zero carb.

I'd bet she was talking about this stuff. Assuming that's true you'll have the last laugh because if she eats crap like that it'll kill her soon enough.

Lots of good advice in here, some not so good too. I'd say the fat + beans comments are right on. Bacon fat or even crisco would go pretty far. If you're sticking with black beans and want more Hispanic flavor profiles, Mexican oregano and cumin are really good places to start. When I make my black beans, I add 2+ Tbsp of Salsa Lizano, some salt, two bay leaves, and cumin to taste. Then when it's done cooking and the beans are how I want them, I mash something like 10-15% of them against the side of the pot and mix them in. For spice I would might saute some rough chopped serrano peppers with the onions.

If you want a different culture meal and like Cajun food, you can make red beans and rice. It's my favorite meal from my childhood and balls easy to make. You saute some andouille first, remove it from the pot, then saute the Cajun trinity (green bell, onion, celery) with a fat of your choice. Then add back in the andouille, your soaked red beans (NOT kidney beans), broth, bay leaves, and fuck that bitch up with cayenne, white pepper, black pepper, and salt to taste. More cayenne the spicier you want it. Sometimes if I'm feeling really fancy I'll throw in a pair of ham hocks. Let it cook like you would any bean dish, and do the mashing thing with them to make a nice thick dish. Remove ham hocks, cut the meat off, and return the meat to the pot. Serve it over white rice cooked with a bay leaf in it. Mmmm, perfection.

Very low calorie foods:

• artificial sweeteners
  
  
• oat fiber
  
  
• shirataki noodles
  
  
• sugar free gelatin (Jello's are 10 calories each, but there are others out there that are 5 calories)
  
  
• vegetable broth
  
  
• Egg whites
  
  
• many condiments: mustard, horseradish, salsa, hot sauce, etc
  
  
• aquafaba (can be beaten into a large volume of fluff)
  
  
• Crunchmaster multigrain crackers (roughly 8 calories each)
  
  
• freeze dried fruit (this is higher in calories than I'd like, but I'm including it because it can be an easier alternative to fresh or dried fruit)
  
  
• cashew or almond milk (25-40 calories per cup for unsweetened, use it in small amounts and it's almost negligible)
  
  
• Walden Farms salad dressings and dips
  
  
• Coco Lite. I found an asian version of this same kind of formula at my local Korean grocery store. Was way cheaper and tasted better.
  
  
• Artic Zero ice cream and Halo Top ice cream
  
  
• Tofu if you cut it into little 15-30 calorie cubes and bake it. They keep fine in the fridge for a week or so.

I don't get all of this every time I shop, but these are the things I eat.

Meats:

• lean beef
  
• turkey breast
  
• chicken breast
  
• pork loin
  
• white fish (tilapia, cod, trout)
  
  Veggies:
  
• broccoli
  
• cauliflower
  
• green beans
  
• brussel sprouts
  
• squashes / zucchini (butternut, yellow/green, spaghetti)
  
• bell peppers
  
• spring mix salad
  
• baby spinach
  
• kale
  
• carrots
  
• mushrooms
  
• onions
  
• sweet potato
  
• Salsa equation (jalapenos, roma tomato, clinatro, garlic, onion, cumin, salt)
  
  
  Grains:
  
• basmati rice
  
• brown rice
  
• quinoa
  
• bulgar
  
• chia seeds
  
  Fruits:
  
• bananas
  
• apples
  
• pears
  
• plums
  
• pineapple
  
• watermelon
  
• cantaloupe
  
• honeydew
  
• strawberries
  
• raspberries
  
• black berries
  
• blue berries
  
  Snacks:
  
• almonds
  
• pistachios
  
• beef jerky
  
• RX bars (i love the peanut butter ones!)
  
• peanut butter
  
• low salt triscuits
  
• baked lays chips
  
• spicy/lime peanuts
  
  Dairy:
  
• skim milk
  
• lactose free milk
  
• almond milk
  
• soy milk
  
• salted butter
  
• cheeses (cheddar , swiss, mozarella)
  
  Sauces:
  
• KC Masterpiece BBQ
  
• Lizano Salsa (seriously. get some of this)

I make black bean and potato tacos. Add some cheese and Lizano salsa.

Many of my other recipes include meat but that simple one is vegetarian.

Salsa Lizano 700 ml 3-pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006ZOWALM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_eOBZCbJVV5WFP

Movie theater butter isn't butter - it's oil.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DX0K6F8/ref=sxr_pa_click_within_right_1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=3163805422&pf_rd_r=TNA7RAYES8JTPXNFHBG8&pd_rd_wg=jl9g1&pf_rd_s=desktop-rhs-carousels&pf_rd_t=301&pd_rd_w=iwqJ6&pf_rd_i=orville+redenbacher+popcorn&pd_rd_r=H7J21HGWCMY96W01SNZ1&psc=1

I use the whirly-pop method with flavacol and this.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005HBTNH8/ref=mp_s_a_1_12_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1504165461&sr=8-12&keywords=crickets

Crickets are gross but meal worms aren't so bad.

ive only ever tried this one flavor from this brand, but this Korean BBQ flavor is realllllllly good

BUC-EES Beaver Nuggets Sweet Corn Puff Snacks Texas Bucees https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005VS93GI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_xOXQAbD0E5GE4

https://www.amazon.com/Takis-Fuego-Pepper-Flavored-Snacks/dp/B00CQM23IC

If you are not from America make sure to try and get a bag at r/snackexchange

Want-Want Senbei Rice Crackers

Ha! Trader Joes sells these and they're the bomb

https://www.amazon.com/Epic-Natural-Chicken-Sriracha-Count/dp/B00V4KWGEI?th=1

Emergency bacon.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00DX0K6F8

Its at most grocery stores. Get a tub of kernels that will be right next to it and use a forced air popper. Add oil and salt once popped.

This made me LOL. I was talking to a friend last night about keto and told him I got a box of Epic Bacon Bars and he was like, "holy crap, I can do that diet!"

They do not have jelly beans here, which is insane. My Ecuadorian wife is also obsessed with this Mexican snack sold in the US called Takis. Ecuadorians LOVE them: https://www.amazon.com/Takis-Fuego-Pepper-Flavored-Snacks/dp/B00CQM23IC Also, Tabasco Cheese-its are always a hit. They sell peanut butter in the stores here along with things like Reeses and they prefer salty snacks so I would focus on those.

You can get it on amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Salsa-Lizano-700-ml-3-pack/dp/B006ZOWALM

http://www.amazon.com/Oberto-Bacon-Jerky-Three-2-67oz/dp/B00BISW2YK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1369706914&sr=8-2&keywords=bacon+jerky

As /u/themclavicles said, they're little rice crackers which are salty-sweet, you get two in a packet and they're 29cal per packet. These are the ones I have today, there are also some circular shaped ones which have a sort of icing speckled over the top and are also very nice.

do you shop online?

http://www.amazon.com/Crick-ettes-Sampler-Pack--Cheese-Vinegar/dp/B005HBTNH8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1425758519&sr=8-3&keywords=crickets

I put chocolate halo top in the microwave on defrost for two minutes so it's soft, and then mix in pb2. Tastes really good. Also if I crave something crunchy but don't have many calories I spread chocolate pb2 (with water mixed in it) on one of these.

Boots. I love these boots, they rock. Men's shoe, women's shoe.

A water bottle or two.

Snack bars. Meat and vegan.

Okay that should get you started.

You can't really go wrong with Walkers brand. It's the most popular brand for a reason, I suppose.

Here they are on Amazon (US).

Herdez Guac sauce is great on everything.

https://www.amazon.com/Herdez-Guacamole-Salsa-Medium-Ounce/dp/B01KXWJQIG

Fun fact, you can buy beaver nugs on Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/BUC-EES-Beaver-Nuggets-Snacks-Bucees/dp/B005VS93GI

u/atvar8 If you like a little spice, Takis are awesome. I just tried them recently. I’m also obsessed with Hello Panda cookies!

I think the easiest thing is to just keep it simple. Veggies and hummus are some of my favorite. These are really delicious if you like a good crunch. I also recommend this but only if you buy them in the store. The amazon price is totally ridiculous.

UMAi Dry Ribeye/Striploin Packet https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HUS4J4S/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_grE2Db1PGSVCS

Search youtube for "guga foods dry aging".

Welcome to the sub!

I suppose things that would make a difference would be,

• A dust mask, since I work around it a lot and I'm sick of breathing it in.
  
  
• Socks. Comfy socks can make a BIG difference!
  
  And several food items that I really miss from back home, like
  
  
• Octopus flavored chips.
  
  
• Rice crackers.
  
  
• Prawn crackers.
  
  I'd also like to nominate /u/mynthe! Welcome again!

I love the EPIC Chicken Sriracha bars as a savory protein bar alternative. Certified GF.

Here's a sampler pack. Let me know how they taste.

https://www.amazon.com/Coco-Lite-Muligrn-Pop-Cakes/dp/B007PEHCFK
I like these with nut butter.

Tanka.

For you and anyone helping you out:

• Dried fish and nuts: pretty self explanatory?
  
  
• Dried squid sticks. It says cuttlefish but they taste pretty much the same (to me). There are a lot of brands though, in case he has a preference...
  
  
• Authentic instant noodles: Not sure what would make them authentic, but I'm guessing a pack/bowl you can get at 7-11 would work?
  
  
• Koala Bear Strawberry things: As mentioned, they're available in the US and are called Koala March. Should be the same as the ones in Taiwan, I remember eating them growing up.
  
  
• Pearl milk tea: Not sure how you'd send milk tea across the ocean. But you can probably buy the pearls aka boba aka tapioca and make the tea yourself?
  
  
• Rice crackers: I like these but if he said oval then it may be more like this. Should be this brand though, you can see the boy on the package.
  
  Like other people have mentioned, you can buy most/all of these in the US, but I know that Tennessee doesn't exactly have a big Asian population so it may be harder there. And snack exchanges are fun! So don't let me get in the way of that. Just in case you ever needed to know for the future.

Veggie Straws, Snapea Crisps, Matcha green tea, Various Fruits and Veggies, Occasionally a Diet Soda, Low fat Popcorn, It often varies on what sounds good the night before when I am prepping.

I top my popcorn at home with this and that's what brought it over the edge for me. So damn good.

I should add a little background:

The steaks are vacuum sealed with special bags that enables the dry-aging process with use of a frost-free modern refrigerator. The bags are basically a “membrane” to let moisture out, but moisture cannot creep in.

Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HUS4J4S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_R3o4BbN8NB597

There are several YouTube videos that end up with nicely done dry aged steaks.

I would like these to take to work and keep there as a snack. I don't gets breaks most days so it's nice to have something easy to munch on.

Mike Mike Mike Mike Mike Mike

Thanks for the contest!

Pretty sure it's Golden Island Korean BBQ Pork Jerky.

Very awesome stuff but not keto. I wish I could eat it every day lol.

Sodium nitrite is a common ingredient added to processed meats and fish that helps preserve the food and prevent bacterial growth that can cause botulism. Studies have linked sodium nitrite to the formation of tumors in other organs, including the colon and brain.
But as I say, everything in moderation. I recommend Tanka Bars or Vermont Smoke and Cure RealSticks
http://www.amazon.com/Tanka-natural-Buffalo-Cranberry-1-Ounce/dp/B005JXHLBY
http://www.amazon.com/Vermont-Smoke-and-Cure-RealSticks/dp/B009ZX0U6W/ref=sr_1_1?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1415213931&sr=1-1&keywords=vermont+smoke+and+cure

Protect yourself from these situations! PURSE BACON! That said, if you don't have actual purse bacon, keep a pepperoni stick in your purse, or one of these, my actual favorite emergency food

These are my favorites: gimMe Snacks Organic Roasted Seaweed Snacks, Sea Salt, 0.17 Ounce (Pack of 12) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BCG0OB6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_QvDQybG9YXVTB

These are also good: Kim's Premium Natural Roasted Seaweed (Nori) Snack 16 Pack / Sea Salt, No Msg, Low Calorie https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ECY8I1W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_xwDQybCZXV1X0

I like most brands though my family is a lot pickier.

Amazon had a deal on the Jayone 24-packs recently for $7 each which was an insane deal. I bought 4 boxes of 24 packs each. It looks like the 24-pack is $19 now.

People seem to like this brand that's a 16-pack for $12: https://www.amazon.com/Premium-Natural-Roasted-Seaweed-Calorie/dp/B01ECY8I1W/ref=sr_1_2_s_it?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1486751177&sr=1-2&keywords=roasted+seaweed

I've been using Herdez Avocado Salsa for my green enchiladas - tastes great.

https://www.amazon.com/Herdez-Guacamole-Salsa-Med-15-7/dp/B01KXWJQIG

this.

Pork Clouds are my favorite so far. They are not perfect, but the chicken bone to cloud ratio is tolerable for me. I personally prefer these to Utz, especially with plain and flavored cream cheese as a dip.

http://www.amazon.com/Pork-Clouds-Rosemary-Malabar-Habañero/dp/B00KM4AQ5S

I love chips, and I frequently will eat these. Good amount of fiber and protein, and they are low in calories.

Umai Dry bags and a vaccum sealer is a great place to start.
Vaccum Sealer: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D5TMBE0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_IJbvDbPANG2SB
Umai Dry: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HUS4J4S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_wKbvDbVW1HXJQ

For dry aging I suggest the biggest whole loin you can buy.
I've found 20-35 days works best for most cuts but every cut is different so do your research. (35 for ribloin works great). Also don't throw away the trimmings. Grind the trimmings up and mix them with hamburger meat. You'll love it trust me

Moon Cheese is lightweight and portable.

Epic Uncured Bacon bars are a little on the heavy side, but if you have a campsite, they could work.

Don't know about the microwave movie theater flavor, but this does.

If you still want to microwave, just get a no-butter/light-butter one and add whatever flavor oil/butter you want.

Check out pork clouds on amazon although it seems the seller that had it on prime is sold out...

Try a Tanka Bar instead.

So they are not beef jerky, but they taste like it.

Epic bars, you can get them on amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B010SXA5ZS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This seems like a solid snack choice - pork clouds - and at $1.50 a bag. Does anyone know of any better/cheaper alternatives?

Well, actually, the chips I like are from Ireland - so awesome and yes they have Salt & Vinegar!

These chips are from the UK and they are AWESOME!

Also, love these! They are crispy hoops in several flavors. Love them all :D

Yes, add all the chocolate to your wishlist!! I've received several of the packs, including this one. It's amazingly good!

These cookies, are SO good! and so are these!

The Old English cheese I know comes in a jar. http://www.amazon.com/Kraft-Old-English-Cheese-Spread/dp/B005DDC4XK

Pork Clouds

Kinda pricey, but damn tasty. I even made my friend who insisted that pork rinds were absolutely disgusting take a bag of the rosemary and sea salt ones home with her to try, she texted me relenting that these actually were very good and it surprised her.

Formosa Brand Pork Sung, 18 Oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0051D83SW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ep15CbVZV2KJF

Is that close enough?

Is it a paste or crumbles of that pork stuff?

This is gluten free. I haven't tried it, but bacon jerky seems like something a little kid would go nuts over.

For any Americans who want to try these fabled Cheese and Onion Chips from Walkers, looks like you can get them on Amazon,

http://www.amazon.com/WALKERS-CHEESE-ONION-CRISPS-PACK/dp/B00D6BN296/ref=sr_1_1?s=grocery&ie=UTF8&qid=1421601975&sr=1-1&keywords=walkers+cheese+and+onion+crisps&pebp=1421601974351&peasin=B00D6BN296

Remeber, Amazon has tons of food nowadays.

I'm gonna go with Takis.

Batman vs. Joker

https://www.amazon.com/Premium-Natural-Roasted-Seaweed-Calorie/dp/B01ECY8I1W

i always love these, my local asian market used to have them 3 /$1 in a multi pack, so that's a possibility?

Corn puffs laced with crack. Or maybe sugar. Either way.
BUC-EES Beaver Nuggets Sweet Corn Puff Snacks Texas Bucees https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005VS93GI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_hUkNzbDZ3ZGT4

You should get you some dry age bags, age the steaks for 1 month, then sous vide and reverse sear them. Takes $10 a pound steak to $40 a pound or more steak. Easy peasy, buy bag , vacuum seal them in bag, put in fridge between 33-39f and wait. Actually, waiting the 27 days is the hardest part.

I have these delicious cheese and onion chips in my Food/Snacks wishlist... they're the most addictive thing ever!

Is his name Herdez?

Amazon - Herdez guacamole-mayo goo in a jar

Is it this? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007PEHCFK

Herdez makes an avocado salsa that looks a lot like this. I'd venture that it is something similar.

https://www.amazon.com/Herdez-Guacamole-Salsa-Medium-Ounce/dp/B01KXWJQIG

Okay everyone, time to send Lewis some bug snacks!

Such as these "Crick-ettes"

Have you ever had it?

It is just a sharp cheese taste. It is almost like that Old English Cheese Spread.

It tastes like sharp cheddar regurgitated up by a momma bird.

Nope. That's Kraft Cheese Spread. Or Kaukauna, the better version. Cheez whiz definitely comes in a can.

I humbly admit I was wrong,
Sorry!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005DDC4XK?pc_redir=1413778143&robot_redir=1

That's the cheese spread I thought he was referring to. :)

Bacon Jerky is a thing.

Just order some from Buccee's.

https://www.amazon.com/Buc-ees-Famous-Beaver-Nuggets-Snacks/dp/B005VS93GI

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e: wrong item https://www.amazon.com/Buc-ees-Bohemian-Recipe-Garlic-Strips/dp/B077XP17B9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1W32E9OBIHJ7Z&keywords=bucees+beef+jerky&qid=1554824353&s=grocery&sprefix=bucees%2Cgrocery%2C166&sr=1-1

My original stated numbers were a little off.

Also, it's hard to compare before to after since I have a DEXA at the BULK and educated guesses at the cut. If I use my home impedance scale (not accurate, but it's consistent) then I want from like 22%=>17% giving better numbers. A Dexa=>Dexa would be best.

I too keto. (keto for life!) I love it. I'm sitting here at my desk with with a pile of Epic bars and my protein powder.

I calculate and get my .8 protein per lean daily. Low carbs. High fat. Mucho veggies.

I've always been REALLY low on muscle. i.e. I worked out like a flipping manic in high school when I was in football. We all had sloppy diets and poor routines. But my buddies turned into hulks and I stayed very similar and barely progressed. I ended high school at 125lbs.
(yes, a better diet and program would have helped me then, but all my buddies ate shit and did the "nothing but bench" routine. Some of them looked like wrestlers and went off to start in college ball.)

I have medically confirmed low T. I am not interested in taking gear.

I hear you though. I'm always looking to improve. Trying to eat cleaner, work out harder.

Funny thing is that relatively speaking I'm top of my class. I'm 40. Most everyone I know is not fit. Last month I went to a pool party for my kid's soccer party. I swam. The moms were 'mirin. The dads were asking how I stayed so incredibly fit. (hint, for starters ease up on that jug of red wine.)

Thanks for your advice and taking the time. I'm excited to see where I am in 6 months.