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Daily Mail
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Aldi Australia wows with new $3.50 buy that tastes JUST like a takeaway 'icon'
A new Aldi bakery item has fans of a certain fast food favourite in a frenzy - with shoppers claiming it tastes just like the iconic KFC dinner roll. The supermarket's Mini Sesame Milk Rolls, retailing at just $3.49 for a pack of nine, have been hailed as a near-perfect dupe of the popular restaurant side - but at a fraction of the price. Food content creator Nectro Vlangos was among the first to spot the product on shelves and said on TikTok: 'They look pretty much identical to me, so I'm keen.' The soft, golden rolls have already won over a wave of hungry Aussies, who took to social media to sing their praises. 'They taste exactly identical to KFC's dinner rolls,' one shopper claimed. Another added: 'They are fantastic. Only need 15 seconds in the microwave.' 'They're so good,' said a third. 'Had them today. Chuck them in the microwave and put some butter on - delicious.' The supermarket's Mini Sesame Milk Rolls, retailing at just $3.49 for a pack of nine, have been hailed as a near-perfect dupe of the popular KFC side - but at a fraction of the price Some shoppers have gone even further, turning the budget-friendly bread rolls into a full dinner hack. One user revealed: 'I saw someone on Facebook got these and squished the Aldi meatballs and made mini burgers for the kids.' While some stores have already sold out of the in-demand item, fans are eagerly hunting them down. 'I want to try some but they were sold out!' one frustrated commenter shared. Others say the Aldi version is better than the real thing. 'KFC dinner rolls aren't the same anymore. Keen to try these though.' The $3.49 nine-pack is available in Aldi's bakery section and joins a growing list of cult-favourite dupes that have sent bargain-hunters wild in recent months. Whether you're recreating a full fried chicken spread at home or just want a quick buttery snack, Aldi's newest bakery drop might just be the warm, fluffy carb fix you've been waiting for. But for those itching for KFC - now is the right time to get your hands on a bargain. From July 1st, KFC launched 31 Days of Deals via its app, giving fans a reason to celebrate mid-winter with daily wallet-friendly offers on classic menu items. The campaign kicks off with 30 Nuggets for just $10, followed by 50 per cent off Zinger Burgers and 10 Hot & Crispy Pieces for $10 - with new deals dropping every day throughout the month. Each app purchase earns customers an entry into KFC's 'Get Lit Giveaway', which will see four lucky Aussies have their rent covered for a year. The deals are available nationwide (excluding South Australia) for pickup orders only, while stocks last. As if that wasn't enough to lift the winter blues, KFC is also bringing back its much-loved Christmas in July Feast. The special loaded box of festive favourites includes 10 pieces of Original Recipe chicken, 10 Wicked Wings, 10 Nuggets, a Maxi Popcorn Chicken, 3 Large Chips, Large Potato and Gravy, and 2 dipping sauces, all wrapped up in a limited-edition bucket.
News.com.au
10-05-2025
- Science
- News.com.au
‘Horrible person': Crab cooking clip sparks outrage
A food and drink content creator has been branded 'psychopathic' after filming herself using an air fryer to cook live crabs. The footage shows the Florida woman, named Chels, seasoning live blue crabs before putting them in the appliance. As she sprinkles the crabs with seasoning she tells viewers: 'Don't knock it till you try it.' She then places the animals in the cramped air fryer before blasting the heat up to 200C. 'It was kind of sad watching them … you know,' she says as the crabs twitch and wriggle. After 15 minutes, the animals can be seen letting out one last twitch. 'These crabs came out so good and juicy. I was not expecting them to come out this good,' she raves. The clip has been viewed over four million times, but many were left distressed over the 'cruel' treatment of the animals. 'Imagine being this much of a horrible person,' said one comment with more than 14,000 likes. 'Slow cooking an animal alive is a whole new level of animal torture,' said another. 'They're literally crying. What is wrong with people?,' echoed a third. Another viewer even threatened to call the police. Others were unfazed by the clip, claiming outraged viewers were 'too woke'. 'Why is everyone crying about the crabs? they're literally just crabs,' said one amused viewer, while some pointed out that boiling crabs live was a common cooking method. 'Everyone needs to relax,' stressed another. A 2024 study uncovered that crabs feel pain, prompting researchers to call for more humane treatment of shellfish. Boiling crabs and lobsters alive has long been a common method used in the kitchens – but researchers at the University of Gothenburg say that it's time for a change. 'If they're suffering, we need to find ways to minimise their pain,' they said. PhD candidate Eleftherios Kasiouras found painful stimuli are sent to and processed by a crab's brain, which he said was 'just more proof' the animal can feel pain, Sky News reported. The study is the first research to show the creatures have a nervous system that can respond to harmful stimuli. In Australia, the protection of shellfish under animal welfare laws is minimal. Most states and territories exclude crustaceans from their definitions of 'animals' under animal welfare legislation. In an Animal Protection Bill Inquiry the RSPCA stated, 'The definition of animal is too narrow and excludes a large number of animals from the protective reach of the statute including fish and crustaceans.' 'There is now a substantial body of scientific evidence demonstrating that these species are sentient and capable of experiencing pain and suffering. They should be included within the definition of 'animal' without restriction,' it said.
