Trader Joe’s Spicy Tempura Seaweed Snacks – So Satisfying!!
It’s been several months since I did a Trader Joe’s post / review, but when I tried their Spicy Tempura Seaweed Snacks, I knew I had to post!
What These Tempura Seaweed Snacks Remind me Of
If you’ve had those rice crackers with the seaweed over them, then you may know what I’m talking about. These remind me of those, but more on the oily side because of the tempura.
Packaging and Price
Simple yellow snack bag with Trader Joe’s design. Easy to open, etc. It cost $3.29 (as of April 2023) for a bag of these.
Texture and Taste
Light and crunchy, yet there is the oily aspect to them. The tempura and seaweed gives it the crunch, but a soft crunch as the snack itself isn’t super hard or anything. Just like tempura – a lighter fry. Salty and addictive… too addictive. The seaweed and the tempura are very visible on each piece and other than size/shape, these are pretty consistent. I don’t get much seaweed or spicy flavor though, but that’s just me – I love seaweed and spicy and have a hard time tasting spicy unless it’s really spicy. My son tried a piece and immediately noticed the spice and was glad it didn’t last long. He also mentioned that he can see how these are addictive.
More than Just a Snack
These are portrayed as a snack, but I think crumbling these and adding them to whatever would be as good as well! Sort of the opposite of Trader Joe’s Crispy Jalapeño pieces, where those are portrayed as a topping, but are great as a snack.
Actual Size?
There’s a bit on the packaging that shows the actual size of these things. Almost accurate!!
Worth It?
- Addictive factor (not because it’s 4/20), definitely yes!!! HOWEVER, a bag that can easily be consumed in one serving for $3.29 may be a bit much as it doesn’t really have many health benefits, but these are really satisfying to eat. Definitely going back for more!
