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  • WHAT IS IT?? 😅 We were told we had to try a spice bag while out in Dublin so we took a trip to San Sab Thai Restaurant to try theirs as it's rumoured to be the best in the city!
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  • @ljr35
    @ljr35 Před rokem +180

    Allow me to explain the joys of a good Spice Bag. The Spice Bag was invented in the Sunflower Chinese Takeaway in Templeogue, a south city suburb of Dublin. (note it is never ever ever called spice packet). Chicken balls (chicken in batter) are deep fried first, then in a wok you fry up some onions, sliced bell peppers and hot chilli pepper, add the chicken balls (or chicken strips etc.) and then the chips. Next you add the 'secret' spices which is basically Chinese Five Spice (star anise, sichuan pepper, cloves, cinnamon and fennel) with maybe some ginger powder or one or two additions. The chips, veg, spices and chicken are tossed in a wok until completely coated and then transferred to a bag or box. For it to work you need good quality properly crispy chips and good quality chicken and your lips should tingle and get a little numb from both the chilli and of course from the Sichuan pepper. The heat is a crucial part of the experience. most spice bags fall down on the chicken or on the chips. you don't need dipping sauces but they are an optional extra. I haven't tried San Sab but I can attest to the quality of the original one from Sunflower.

    • @andymccreight3175
      @andymccreight3175 Před rokem +11

      It certainly wasn't invented in dublin you prawn

    • @ljr35
      @ljr35 Před rokem

      @@andymccreight3175 Google it. It was. The Carlow story is wrong

    • @markzuckermyberg5912
      @markzuckermyberg5912 Před rokem +37

      @@andymccreight3175
      The Irish version was you NUGGET.

    • @FerrisFlyer
      @FerrisFlyer Před rokem +3

      I like it with crispy chicken instead of the chicken balls. Curry sauce on the side levels it up imo. Sichuan pepper isnt used much in the five spice powder mix in ireland from what I have seen. It's usually made with black or white The mix in the takeaways is mostly five spice powder, sugar, salt and msg. Some add chilli powder and garlic powder. As of its origin I dont know. I remember some Chinese take away in the late 90s doing 'chinese chips' at lunchtimes for school kids that were a pretty similar product.

    • @ljr35
      @ljr35 Před rokem +1

      @@FerrisFlyer that makes sense, there likely was simpler versions around. Good to have clarity on the spicing, I was going more off my sense of taste. It does seem that Sunflower was first to call it a spicebag. A lot of research has gone into the origin but maybe more is needed.

  • @yoitsdan
    @yoitsdan Před rokem +18

    When you go to a place with A1 first rate food, you get staff that don't have to be defensive, they're actually proud of the food they're selling so you end up getting the best customer service alongside the great food.

  • @feshonalflip4789
    @feshonalflip4789 Před rokem +22

    Time to bring this masterpiece to the States!!! Thanks my Irish brothers and sisters!!!

  • @RobbieB2024
    @RobbieB2024 Před rokem +53

    The food in Ireland just looks amazing

    • @TheNewRelegion
      @TheNewRelegion Před 11 měsíci +2

      Won't get better food in any other country and I've been around the world.

    • @Wormlife69
      @Wormlife69 Před 7 měsíci +1

      ​@TheNewRelegion lol where do you go, Santa ponsa?

    • @eamonngreene7594
      @eamonngreene7594 Před 2 měsíci

      Pity about the poxy fuckin prices.

  • @RskeDwg
    @RskeDwg Před rokem +28

    "Like regular packet, it is also very moreish" - haha, killed me!

    • @PhilBot4OOO
      @PhilBot4OOO Před rokem +1

      That was actually a stroke of comedy genius!

  • @ExtremePainGames
    @ExtremePainGames Před rokem +56

    The cashier / young lady at the till was stellar. But the other lady I mean even before you said she was treating you like family I was oh my god this woman has beautiful welcoming skills. This and the Irish pizza video have made me give your channel a way more serious glance. Your growing on me lad. Hahahahaa.

  • @goaway7272
    @goaway7272 Před rokem +22

    Everywhere in Ireland has a spice bag now it's one of the best takeaways 😋😘

  • @sup1752
    @sup1752 Před rokem +28

    Nothing better then a spice bag on your way home after a few beers. 💚🤍🧡🍺🍺🍺can't beat it

  • @BigtimeFantastic
    @BigtimeFantastic Před 9 měsíci +4

    Splendid! Enjoy the show immensely, Cheers🍻 from across the pond in Michigan USA.

  • @gulfstream7235
    @gulfstream7235 Před rokem +9

    I love the onions and peppers in spicebags...yum

  • @Irish780
    @Irish780 Před rokem +16

    Spice bag is a collaboration between irish food and Asian it's absolutely delicious and probably fast becoming Irelands number one

    • @Ffinity
      @Ffinity Před 4 dny

      Ireland supplied chips, Asia supplied the good stuff!

    • @Irish780
      @Irish780 Před 3 dny

      @Ffinity it's called a irish spice bag get it not just chips

    • @Ffinity
      @Ffinity Před 3 dny

      @@Irish780 No, what the Irish added was just chips!

  • @jeg1053
    @jeg1053 Před rokem +47

    Drove down tonight from Belfast to try this and can say this place is spectacular !!! The chips the chicken the onions the flavour!!! Unbelievable and well worth the trip !!! The staff are simply amazing !!! So welcoming!!

  • @chulainn32
    @chulainn32 Před rokem +70

    The Irish have to be the most genuine, warm and friendly race of people in the world.

    • @IcarianX
      @IcarianX Před rokem +15

      Irish people are a nationality, not a race.

    • @murpho999
      @murpho999 Před rokem +4

      @Laurence O'Connor Rubbish. It’s enriching the city. Where do you think a Spice Bag came from?

    • @markthemill
      @markthemill Před rokem +7

      @@IcarianX excuse me we are ancient race of people, a genealogists could easily identify a person as irish

    • @IcarianX
      @IcarianX Před rokem +3

      @@markthemill sounds like you don't know the difference between race, ethnicity and nationality.

    • @markthemill
      @markthemill Před rokem +2

      @@IcarianX race is physical,you can tell us by our genes

  • @davidroseitg
    @davidroseitg Před rokem +9

    What a class review and I love how well received this teams positive and friendly attitude was at the start. Proud of this very Irish but clearly very worldly experience in our capital, I have to try it some time!

  • @brianmcguire5175
    @brianmcguire5175 Před rokem +3

    Just discovered this channel a little while ago and enjoyed it. To see the creator visiting my city though! Awesome!

  • @robotleaves
    @robotleaves Před rokem +11

    First time I ever heard an Irish person call Guinness "the brown stuff"! When it's called " the black stuff".

  • @maritheganger1237
    @maritheganger1237 Před rokem +18

    Glad you tried it, but the inner irish in me quakes with rage when you call it a "packet" XD good vid tho!

  • @StevensUncle
    @StevensUncle Před rokem +24

    It was only a matter of time before matt got on the spice packets😂😂

  • @adamroe3990
    @adamroe3990 Před rokem +16

    In my opinion a spice bag from a traditional Chinese is nicer it gives more spice and the curry sauce is a lot nicer

    • @lardosian
      @lardosian Před rokem

      Have had some lovely ones from the Chinese, the one in Blackrock across from that pub chain place is nice.

    • @finolaomurchu8217
      @finolaomurchu8217 Před rokem

      And sometimes they ask spice with chicken, or spice bag with chicken and veg. It has to be with the veg, the little red chillies amongst the onions, peppers etc I'd eat the veg and chips on its own. I've wondered how they cook the veg because it's crispy yet cooked.

    • @itsjonathanbitch
      @itsjonathanbitch Před rokem

      Very true, I worked in a Thai restaurant and we copied the Chinese to make a Thai version years ago and now it’s everywhere, but it’s actually a bit different in San sab, it’s much sweeter and spicy then the Chinese. The best one around is lemon tree for Chinese and San sab for Thai

  • @danielowens9295
    @danielowens9295 Před rokem +2

    Also a few companies make the spices in sachets you can buy in the shops… sometimes it’s fun to make your own spice bag at home

  • @MovieNerd1994
    @MovieNerd1994 Před rokem +6

    Will have to pop in when I'm over in Ireland next year.

  • @tanyaryan5281
    @tanyaryan5281 Před rokem +2

    brilliant review 🤣 absolutely loving your videos 🔥

  • @chrisbyrne4869
    @chrisbyrne4869 Před rokem +10

    Is it just me or did the video edit make it look like Matt was cornering that lady coming out of the toilet shouting he wanted a spice packet!😆

  • @fg5078
    @fg5078 Před rokem +2

    Thanks for the reviews around Dublin it nice to find these hidden gems would love to see u come west I love to see you do some more Irish chippers ere there is some class places home made chips home made vinegars all that type of stuff also munch box’s Are class 👍

  • @LA-fr7fx
    @LA-fr7fx Před rokem +2

    Great content - Thank you 👍👍

  • @Aaliyahh_g
    @Aaliyahh_g Před rokem +5

    My mouth is watering watching him eat a irish spice bag, I love them 😂❤

  • @pauldunnelandscaping9781

    Love your food reviews.

  • @TheAvarusAnimus
    @TheAvarusAnimus Před rokem +7

    SPICE BAG!!!!!! They are unreal!

  • @ianwilde5379
    @ianwilde5379 Před rokem

    Great fun show!! 😃

  • @jeremypayne8001
    @jeremypayne8001 Před rokem +1

    Matt and his foodgasms!

  • @madeinireland2383
    @madeinireland2383 Před rokem +7

    Should try a spice box next , it's the same flavours but has pork ribs, chicken balls , wings , chips and crispy chicken served in a pizza box .

    • @benwu7980
      @benwu7980 Před 4 měsíci

      We tend to call that a 'munchie box' though ain't gonna care too much about nomenclature, if the grub be good

  • @carlmartin9519
    @carlmartin9519 Před rokem +4

    Big time fan love your content bro 👍

  • @SlyCarey
    @SlyCarey Před rokem +4

    Their very popular here in Dublin. Spice bag can't go wrong

  • @caseycahill637
    @caseycahill637 Před 3 měsíci

    I love these! The only complaint I have is that he doesn't find a comfy table to lay it all out and enjoy himself properly! Ha. To each, his own! 😁

  • @mannysingh5995
    @mannysingh5995 Před 10 měsíci

    Just tried this because of your recommendation. Didn’t disappoint!!

  • @DonRanga10
    @DonRanga10 Před rokem +1

    You have to try a Off The Wall at Cinelli’s in Dublin 🙌

  • @carlwatson2388
    @carlwatson2388 Před rokem +6

    We have spice bags in london but nowhere near as good as that!

  • @kevindevane6175
    @kevindevane6175 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Typical Brit, you were told countless times it's called a spice bag but refused to be corrected. Love the show! 🤣

  • @pop5388
    @pop5388 Před rokem +12

    Nothing like the homeland 🇮🇪good job lads

  • @HFC786
    @HFC786 Před rokem +3

    Is it legal in England

  • @johnnymorocco666
    @johnnymorocco666 Před rokem +8

    I tried a spice bag in Stoke. Was nothing like that though fella!

    • @Irish780
      @Irish780 Před rokem

      Spice bags originally from Ireland with chiense spices

  • @MrAngryGorilla2000
    @MrAngryGorilla2000 Před 9 měsíci

    That looks like food straight out of heaven. They should introduce the spice bag to The States. I’m sure many Americans will love it.

  • @lfcmanlfc7916
    @lfcmanlfc7916 Před rokem +2

    Nice 1 matt I know where I'm going tonight, nice 1 pal

  • @ryankerr8713
    @ryankerr8713 Před rokem

    Great to see you at lunch

  • @yvonnesheehan9079
    @yvonnesheehan9079 Před rokem

    Have not tried a spice bag in Drummer but will go next time I home there 👍

  • @jameshay1994
    @jameshay1994 Před rokem +4

    Knew what they were doing with the title 🤣

  • @gongman7496
    @gongman7496 Před rokem +1

    what do you do with your left overs? ;)

  • @johhny711
    @johhny711 Před rokem +1

    Brilliant review.

  • @skid599
    @skid599 Před rokem +4

    Excellent video's thank you. I'm kinda disappointed that the restaurant's know you're coming. I presumed they were 'off the cuff' visits. I thought that was the whole point?

  • @PoppaG02
    @PoppaG02 Před rokem +1

    I got that family vibe

  • @mktrollop1093
    @mktrollop1093 Před rokem

    Check out chicken hut In limerick, apparently they have the original KFC chicken recipe, for reasons I can't remember...

  • @frankenviews4069
    @frankenviews4069 Před rokem

    So Chopsuey (stirfry veggies) mixed with McDonalds fries and chicken nuggets and topped with spicy curry sauce.

    • @benwu7980
      @benwu7980 Před 4 měsíci

      if that was your, um, takeaway, i weep

  • @benwu7980
    @benwu7980 Před 4 měsíci

    I need to find an excuse to visit city centre and try that place. I saw the video on Summer Inn in the city and made a comment regarding Foo Lok in Dublin 15 being one of the best ( local chinese in same ownership for 30+ years)
    Since then, Summer Inn have taken over a shop that's about the same 4 minute walk away, and I'm honestly unable to say which is better. I'll still tend towards Foo Lok as the portions are larger for the same price, but both are really good with special requests like ' very very much extra spicy' and 'extra veg' ( obviously i know will pay a little more)
    The San Sab looks to differ a bit, those red bell peppers are usually green bell peppers anywhere i've had it, and it looked like a much lower amount of chicken, but when talking about a bag of food at 8.50€ , gotta love value

  • @JohnJones-wo1bc
    @JohnJones-wo1bc Před rokem +6

    Food looks good, but it does seem ironic that there is an 'Eat Healthy' sign behind Matt!

    • @MrStevo626
      @MrStevo626 Před rokem

      Sign really has no place at any take away ever lol

  • @raymonddixon7603
    @raymonddixon7603 Před rokem +1

    Just caught vids. I am from Dublin, but you are great fun. You would be right at home in Ireland.

  • @stephenflood5374
    @stephenflood5374 Před rokem

    So when your in England And your in a chipper/chippy do you ask for a packed of chips or bag of chips , cause it sounds wrong calling it a packed

  • @sharadpatel8387
    @sharadpatel8387 Před rokem +5

    Xian Street Food do the best spice bag hands down!

    • @benwu7980
      @benwu7980 Před 4 měsíci

      if was said about 4 years ago .. maybe, but that chain had simply plummeted in quality : (

  • @markcostello4937
    @markcostello4937 Před rokem

    Best spice bag is from the roundabout Chinese in walkinstown

  • @megadevilbird
    @megadevilbird Před rokem +5

    The mandem tried a spicebag. Shits all over salt and pepper UK stuff if prepped well. You need to try a spicebag with a good satay (peanut based) sauce. Food of the gods.

    • @jackfoster501
      @jackfoster501 Před rokem

      Couldn't resist it could you. Had to get a dig in 😂

    • @SineaddeFaoite
      @SineaddeFaoite Před 9 měsíci

      Satay is my favourite!!! I eat it with everything! Best with chicken and fried noodles. Can’t go wrong!!!

  • @DaveMufcHarry88
    @DaveMufcHarry88 Před rokem

    Should review forrest banks spice bags.

  • @Bustinbucks
    @Bustinbucks Před 10 měsíci

    In arkansas we have walking taco in a bag

  • @MattSmith311078
    @MattSmith311078 Před rokem

    salt and pepper chips have you not been to the north west ???

  • @Taylor40667
    @Taylor40667 Před rokem +3

    Subs are starting to take off
    Ive
    Noticed last few week 🚀

  • @user-zj8cf3fq8e
    @user-zj8cf3fq8e Před 8 měsíci

    You guys are making me hungry with those fries and chicken. We don't have spice bags here. But, you can order a version of it in any Chinese joint here in US if you ask for it.

    • @benwu7980
      @benwu7980 Před 4 měsíci +1

      One thing I'll say, if a place only sticks to serving what is on the menu,, it's likely to not be worth re-visiting. ( yes i know that asking for something silly is not applicable)

  • @jassspencer1082
    @jassspencer1082 Před rokem +1

    He reminds me of Smithy from Gavin and Stacy.

  • @Gavthyname
    @Gavthyname Před rokem +1

    Spice bag never a spice packet. Chans in Santry is pretty amazing. They do a chicken balls version which is amazing.

  • @PeterCampbell8Worlds
    @PeterCampbell8Worlds Před rokem +8

    Coke Zero always make me laugh

    • @AlainnCorcaigh
      @AlainnCorcaigh Před 7 měsíci

      Tastes exactly regular coke

    • @Ben-ks5bm
      @Ben-ks5bm Před 5 měsíci

      @@AlainnCorcaighno it doesn’t lol

  • @offaloffadangoo
    @offaloffadangoo Před rokem

    LOVE

  • @jimmyquinn9639
    @jimmyquinn9639 Před rokem +1

    Looks lovely 🍷⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️👍👍👍👍👍

  • @fulltiltfrankie5388
    @fulltiltfrankie5388 Před rokem +1

    Bag, packet…same thing 😂

  • @jaylu7021
    @jaylu7021 Před rokem

    Looks good

  • @kevindare3113
    @kevindare3113 Před rokem +2

    Great place Dublin

  • @dermotegan2542
    @dermotegan2542 Před rokem +1

    Welcome to Ireland mate we love our food the Irish are the Indians of flavour in Europe 😂

  • @C_Pedro13
    @C_Pedro13 Před rokem +8

    Anyone know how many times Matt said the word ‘packet’😂

  • @TheWildPikey
    @TheWildPikey Před rokem

    Doesn't look like the last spice bag I had, doesn't look like it had the same effect either 🤷‍♂️🤣

  • @lummers12dub
    @lummers12dub Před rokem +1

    Ur videos are deadly 👍👍👍👊

  • @daes5465
    @daes5465 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Why is Connor MC Gregor not there Screaming and yelling at the people and dissing everyone
    He is a representative of Irish friendliness or the Gipsy King himself AS well

  • @huntermctotahypnosiscrew6211

    Lovely people great good 💯❤☘😁👌🏻

  • @RastaMousey
    @RastaMousey Před rokem +1

    Like regular packet 😂

  • @gazriley624
    @gazriley624 Před rokem +1

    Come to Liverpool guys! Nightcrawler Pizza on Slater street is a must

  • @Chrisfields2011
    @Chrisfields2011 Před rokem +2

    "Thought you meant heroin' 🤣 Great review, and food did look good - but surely will only be frozen chips and frozen chicken pieces from Asian supermarket with fresh veg and flavouring? Does it deserve such a high score?

    • @PhilBot4OOO
      @PhilBot4OOO Před rokem +1

      Not at all actually. They pride themselves on daily fresh produce prepped in store!

    • @FerrisFlyer
      @FerrisFlyer Před rokem +1

      It doesnt really work with real chips. The blandness of the frozen chips helps carry the flavour of the wok and salt ad pepper mix with out overpowering. The chicken is made in house there as well I believe. It's a solid junkfood dish imo. Unique flavours.

  • @richsees8988
    @richsees8988 Před rokem +1

    Great work 👏

  • @saddammall3337
    @saddammall3337 Před 11 měsíci +1

    A food version of ste howson

  • @Mister_Rosco_to_you
    @Mister_Rosco_to_you Před rokem +1

    Had this here all around Glasgow and Scotland for about ten years. It's called a Salt & Chili Munchie Box here, because it comes in a pizza box rather than a bag.

    • @RonanGHarte
      @RonanGHarte Před rokem +1

      We have the Munchie box. It's just a bigger version. And it's been around for more than 10 years

    • @Irish780
      @Irish780 Před 10 měsíci +1

      Lol😅 no it's different much different I tasted your munch box in Scotland

    • @davidobrien5623
      @davidobrien5623 Před 9 měsíci

      Some parts of Ireland (like where I am in Cork City) also have the Munchie Box that comes in the pizza box. Artery-clogging goodness.....

  • @StockportTaker
    @StockportTaker Před rokem

    So it is just Salt and Pepper Chicken & Chips? Have I got that right?

    • @dkinclonberne
      @dkinclonberne Před 7 měsíci

      Nope it's way better and way more ingredients

    • @StockportTaker
      @StockportTaker Před 7 měsíci

      @@dkinclonberne What other ingredients are used apart from regular salt and pepper chinese seasoning? Onion, Spring Onion, Pepper, Chilli and chinese 5 spice seasoning...

  • @emmaconroy3974
    @emmaconroy3974 Před rokem +1

    Going straight to the comments to see all the Irish saying spice BAG not packet! 😅😅😅😅

  • @richardp1471
    @richardp1471 Před rokem +1

    Nice 👌👌👌👌👌👌

  • @slots9942
    @slots9942 Před rokem +9

    Wasn’t the type of spice bag I thought you meant 😂

  • @ryanscanlon3271
    @ryanscanlon3271 Před rokem

    Please go best kebab sligo town you will love it i want to see your rate

  • @Madmerlined
    @Madmerlined Před rokem

    Its just salt and pepper chips and chicken pieces in a bag right? sounds bangin though

    • @cacamilis8477
      @cacamilis8477 Před rokem +2

      It's the stirfried veg and the mix of spices, sugar and MSG that really makes it though. It's not just salt pepper and chicken.

    • @ciaranbrk
      @ciaranbrk Před rokem

      It's also chillie flakes shredded chicken it's beautiful and family cheep .

  • @zippiedoo3583
    @zippiedoo3583 Před 11 měsíci

    Only let down is its gotten all soggy from steam, defeats the purpose of crispy chicken a d chips. As so I've heard its meant to be.

  • @PhilBot4OOO
    @PhilBot4OOO Před rokem

    That little side look at 6:59 says it all ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

  • @DublinSoulja
    @DublinSoulja Před rokem

    Try Pablo Picantes Mexican burritos and do beshoffs brothers in howth before yeah leave mate be shame not to

  • @ashleyoneill304
    @ashleyoneill304 Před rokem

    Like regular packet 😂😂😂

  • @realcorkdan
    @realcorkdan Před 16 dny

    spice bags are the dogs bollix … wash it down with a cold beer 🍺

  • @jakethompson4596
    @jakethompson4596 Před rokem

    I love packet

  • @QuickStopHicks
    @QuickStopHicks Před rokem

    I thought you meant Heroin 😂😂😂

  • @johnsaltmarsh5853
    @johnsaltmarsh5853 Před rokem

    So it's salt n pepper chicken and chips in a bag then

  • @mohammedshafiq8072
    @mohammedshafiq8072 Před rokem

    CHILLI AND CURRY WATER

  • @jamiewhite8908
    @jamiewhite8908 Před rokem

    So basically salt and pepper chips