UK and USA at war, part 2

[Ken Gargett]

after the great yorkshire pudding  of 2018, i just saw this and thought it worth posting.

i am, of course, and neutral and innocent bystander. but chicken and waffles? 

but then, marshmellows and sweet potatoes. where does that come from? pawnee? 

but to even the scales, marmite? that is just vegemite with a kids' name. and just as appalling. 

7 Weird Foods Brits and Americans Can't Agree On

British vs. American foodies. Flavor profiles were called into question and combinations were hotly debated.

We all know the food stereotypes: Americans chow down on burgers and Brits live off fish and chips. While taste buds are largely a personal — not national — attribute, there are common trends that emerge country-wide. Spoon University writers in the U.S. and U.K. discussed some of the wackiest eating habits popular in their home countries. Flavor profiles were called into question and combinations were hotly debated. Here are seven foods Brits and Americans simply can’t agree on.

UK: Beans on Toast

Beans on toast are about as British as it gets. There is nothing more classic than hot baked beans in thick tomato sauce on heavily-buttered bread for Saturday lunch and it's an essential component of a proper full English breakfast. They're quick and versatile — if you're feeling fancy, you can top it with cheese or an egg (or whatever — it'll probably work!). Better yet, this staple literally costs less than £1, so it's definitely a student go-to when we're waiting for our student loans to come in.

US: Chicken and Waffles

Chicken and waffles has a cult-like following in the States, but not so much anywhere else. Breakfast and dinner foods are great solo; why demean their integrity with a careless combo? Here's the thing, chicken and waffles are not a haphazard arrangement. They're delightfully complimentary. Savory chicken on fresh waffles creates the perfect salty-sweet balance, and the addition of syrup or hot sauce takes the meal to a whole new "proud to be an American" level.  

UK: Marmite

You either love it or you hate it, but either way, it's a classic. Eaten sparingly, Marmite can be the dream food. It melts nicely into hot toast and can be used in pretty much any way you can think of. Americans are missing out on a key spread here!

US: Marshmallows on Sweet Potatoes

This is an American Thanksgiving classic for good reason. Sure, it may not be the most intuitive combination. Sweet potatoes: wholesome and substantial. Marshmallows: artificial puffs of sugar and air. However, this entire dish has a warming flavor and sweet demeanor — it tastes like home.

UK: Mushy Peas

I'll admit it, mushy peas look pretty gross. But they taste heavenly. Mushy peas are the perfect addition to a pie or a good ol' fish and chips. If you can get past the fact that it looks mildly like vomit gone wrong, they'll quickly steal a part of your heart.

US: Biscuits (Bread Rolls) and Gravy

First things first: Language 101. Biscuit said in an English accent means cookie, but in an American accent it means a scone-like bread roll. Most Brits like to pair their scones with jam and cream (not meat juice), so biscuits and gravy can be off-putting. However, despite the unsettling look, biscuits and gravy are the epitome of Southern comfort food.

UK: Chips (French Fries) and Curry Sauce

Chips and curry sauce are very much a Northern Brit thing (but don't get me started on what counts as "Northern"!) — the closer to Scotland you get, the more likely you are to find chips and curry sauce on every menu in every chip shop. It doesn't quite ignite the same divide that chips and gravy does, but it's close enough. This dish consists of thick cut chips (fries) drowned in goodness and is ideal after a night out, as well as when you're stone-cold sober.

The Debate Continues

Brits and Americans might never be able to agree on these weird foods. Some combos will never be fully accepted; many favorites will be overlooked. Whether you align more with British or American taste palettes, remember, we're all just foodies looking for some good eats. Let's agree to disagree!

[gweilgi]

Also see grits in the US, preferably doused in molasses....

... faggots and gray in Britain.

... devilled lambs' kidneys for breakfast in Britain.

... eel pie and mash in London.

 

 

[BolivarSmoker]

Southern boy here....

If you don't like biscuits and gravy, then we can't be friends

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[Colt45]

soccer, rugby, cricket....

 

 

 

[MooseAMuffin]

6 minutes ago, BolivarSmoker said:

Southern boy here....

If you don't like biscuits and gravy, then we can't be friends

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Gonna have to second this one. Can be a meal for any part of the day.

We especially love to cook this for breakfast when we will be out in the field or working cows all day. Gets you by for hours!

[prodigy]

I still can't wrap my head around calling a French fry a "chip". It's just not right on so many levels...

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[gweilgi]

15 minutes ago, prodigy said:

I still can't wrap my head around calling a French fry a "chip". It's just not right on so many levels...

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I agree.

"French fries" were invented in Belgium.

 

[prodigy]

Well what are thinly sliced, fried, potato slices called?

I agree.
"French fries" were invented in Belgium.
 

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[LGC]

Southern boy here....

If you don't like biscuits and gravy, then we can't be friends

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Gravy must also be made from rendered country sausage... not butter, crisco, etc. I also take the flour down to the color and consistency of a good roux. I can’t stand the quick gravy served at Cracker Barrel, etc.

[gweilgi]

11 minutes ago, prodigy said:

Well what are thinly sliced, fried, potato slices called?

 

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potato scallops.

And they are almost as good as chips.

 

[BolivarSmoker]

Gravy must also be made from rendered country sausage... not butter, crisco, etc. I also take the flour down to the color and consistency of a good roux. I can’t stand the quick gravy served at Cracker Barrel, etc.

Amen.

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[retrofail]

1 hour ago, gweilgi said:

potato scallops.

And they are almost as good as chips.

 

Sacrilege! 

Scalloped potatoes are baked in a heavy cream sauce and covered with cheese. ?

[Akela3rd]

It's 4.30am and I'm sat in bed with a cup of tea wondering how I can fit mushy peas into tonight's dinner plan... Mmmm... I love mushy peas

[ayepatz]

3 hours ago, gweilgi said:

potato scallops.

And they are almost as good as chips.

 

I think he meant crisps.

[gweilgi]

7 minutes ago, ayepatz said:

I think he meant crisps.

How should I know what he means when he speaks American?  I'm monolingual -- I only speak the Queen's English.  

[gweilgi]

2 hours ago, Akela3rd said:

It's 4.30am and I'm sat in bed with a cup of tea wondering how I can fit mushy peas into tonight's dinner plan... Mmmm... I love mushy peas

Make mash.

Grill some proper bangers.

Pour a pint of real ale.

Heaven on a dinner table....

[Akela3rd]

Make mash.

Grill some proper bangers.

Pour a pint of real ale.

Heaven on a dinner table....

Yeah - it'll fit right in with the Mrs' latest diet and I'll tell her you suggested it. Or not.

Plan B is to make a batch for personal consumption at my leisure...

[gweilgi]

23 minutes ago, Akela3rd said:

Yeah - it'll fit right in with the Mrs' latest diet and I'll tell her you suggested it. Or not.

I guess it would not be a good idea to suggest to SWMBO that she is free to pursue her own diet as she wishes?

Or to drop a few pointed comments about her handbag and shoe purchases?

23 minutes ago, Akela3rd said:

Plan B is to make a batch for personal consumption at my leisure...

Plan C: mushy peas with a Cornish pasty.  That's got vegetables inside, right?  And they are good for you, right?  So there ...

 

[Akela3rd]

I don't ask about handbags and shoes, she doesn't ask about cigars. It works.
I'm on cooks today as she's at work so she might end up with a mushy pea sandwich (on wholemeal for her, obvs)

[99call]

7 hours ago, prodigy said:

Well what are thinly sliced, fried, potato slices called?

 

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They are called crisps.....................simple!

The word 'Chip' is derived from the old English 'Forcippian' which was a carpentry term to "cut off" and referred to little pieces of cut of wood.  Now, we (the British) have called them Chips, which actually makes sense as our chips, actually look a little like wood chips.  To follow the logic, your Chips, would actually be called 'slices' etc. 

Regardless, All words have their origins, the simple fact of the matter is, we were calling chips, chips,,,,,,,,,,,long before you even had your "chips', or your fries. Im not suggesting you are wrong to call what ever you want, what ever you want.   What I am saying is, is that you are very much in the wrong, to point towards a culture or word, that predates yours, and suggest that it is a modern perversion of 'your' culture.    You are the new kids on the block!   you are the ones who are changing things!  accept it and move on

look at the images. They look kind of similar don't they? funny that, it because thats where the word came from!

 

[luv2fly]

Chicken and waffles as well as biscuits and gravy are my favorites.  Also cheese grits.  Unfortunately my doctor told me that if it tastes good, spit it out so those favorites are eaten rarely.

A friend of mine in college was from NY.  Out to breakfast one morning he saw grits on the menu and asked "what the hell is a grit?"  I let him have some of mine and loves them to this day.

Oh, I like malted vinegar on my fries so there is that.

[99call]

1 minute ago, luv2fly said:

Oh, I like malted vinegar on my fries so there is that.

good man

[hedgeybaby]

3 hours ago, 99call said:

They are called crisps.....................simple!

The word 'Chip' is derived from the old English 'Forcippian' which was a carpentry term to "cut off" and referred to little pieces of cut of wood.  Now, we (the British) have called them Chips, which actually makes sense as our chips, actually look a little like wood chips.  To follow the logic, your Chips, would actually be called 'slices' etc. 

Regardless, All words have their origins, the simple fact of the matter is, we were calling chips, chips,,,,,,,,,,,long before you even had your "chips', or your fries. Im not suggesting you are wrong to call what ever you want, what ever you want.   What I am saying is, is that you are very much in the wrong, to point towards a culture or word, that predates yours, and suggest that it is a modern perversion of 'your' culture.    You are the new kids on the block!   you are the ones who are changing things!  accept it and move on

look at the images. They look kind of similar don't they? funny that, it because thats where the word came from!

 

Well said that man.

[scap99]

11 hours ago, gweilgi said:

potato scallops.

And they are almost as good as chips.

 

Are those related to Bay scallops or sea scallops?

[scap99]

2 hours ago, luv2fly said:

Chicken and waffles as well as biscuits and gravy are my favorites.  Also cheese grits.  Unfortunately my doctor told me that if it tastes good, spit it out so those favorites are eaten rarely.

A friend of mine in college was from NY.  Out to breakfast one morning he saw grits on the menu and asked "what the hell is a grit?"  I let him have some of mine and loves them to this day.

Oh, I like malted vinegar on my fries so there is that.

Haha, reminds me of My Cousin Vinnie